Secureseal has launched SecureTrac, said to be a breakthrough technology development for tracking assets worldwide via the web.
Manufacturing, Logistics and Supply Chain articles
Manufacturing and Supply Chain IT articles comprising case studies, product information, opinion articles, reports, new contract wins, product launches, opinion from the trade associations, government departments, research analysts, the vendor community. These articles are about specific industry IT solutions and topics relating to how improvements and efficiency gains can be made by the use of information technology within supply chain applications. All topics are covered in these articles which include ERP/MRP, Manufacturing Software, Advanced Planning, Demand Forecasting, Supply Chain Management, Warehouse Management Software, Automatic Identification/Datacapture, Voice-Directed Warehousing, Printing & Labelling, Transport Management, Asset Management Software and Mobile Computing.
The self-diagnosing computer that learns from its mistakes
Mar 15, 2007
Engineers at Swansea University have developed software that enables computers to learn from their mistakes
Epicor Delivers Complete IT Service Management Solution
Mar 15, 2007
Epicor ITSM 2007 Supports Compliance Initiatives and International Standards for Best Practices with Tools for Change Management and Workforce Optimization
Handheld expands to Finland
Mar 14, 2007
The Handheld Group of companies expands their presence on the Finnish market by starting a new subsidiary; HHCS Handheld Finland Oy.
RedPrairie Corporation Acquires GEOCOMtms
Mar 14, 2007
Acquisition Addresses Shippers Critical Need for Fleet Management Solutions and Extends RedPrairies E2eTM Global Transportation Solution to Address Last Mile, Same Day Delivery
Aldata leads in providing open voice solutions
Mar 14, 2007
G.O.L.D. Vocal, for voice-directed logistics operations, now available on PDAs
Nomad Digital Acquires QinetiQ Rail
Mar 14, 2007
Nomad Continues Rapid Expansion as a Leading Player in the Provision of Mobile Wireless Technology Across the Rail Industry
BAKKAVOR CHOOSES WAX DIGITAL FOR EPROCUREMENT
Mar 14, 2007
Wax Digital has been selected by Bakkavor, the UK's leading fresh prepared foods and produce company, to implement an eProcurement system to support over 400 users at 21 businesses across the UK.
Speech Recognition Technology in the Enterprise moves beyond Customer Service Applications
Mar 13, 2007
Customer service is not the only high growth area for speech recognition technology in the enterprise
Print functions for BlackBerry via subscription
Mar 13, 2007
BlackBerry users can now book a service through cortado.com, enabling transfer of their emails and attachments to a laptop, monitor or Bluetooth printer.
Logistics Information Technology News (LogisticsIT.com)
Logistics information technology (LIT) is the use of information technology (IT) to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of logistics operations. LIT encompasses a wide range of technologies, including:
- Barcoding and electronic data interchange (EDI): These technologies are used to automate the exchange of data between different parts of the supply chain.
- Warehouse management systems (WMS): These systems are used to track inventory levels, manage orders, and optimize the flow of goods in and out of warehouses.
- Transportation management systems (TMS): These systems are used to plan and track shipments, manage carriers, and optimize routes.
- Fleet management systems (FMS): These systems are used to track and monitor vehicles, manage fuel consumption, and improve driver safety.
- Geospatial technologies: These technologies are used to track the location of goods in real time and optimize delivery routes.
- Artificial intelligence (AI): AI is being used in logistics to automate tasks, improve decision-making, and optimize operations.
LIT can help logistics organizations to improve their performance in a number of ways, including:
- Increased efficiency: LIT can help to automate tasks, streamline processes, and improve communication between different parts of the supply chain. This can lead to significant reductions in costs and improved efficiency.
- Improved visibility: LIT can help to track the location of goods in real time and provide visibility into the entire supply chain. This can help to identify and resolve problems more quickly and improve customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced decision-making: LIT can help to provide decision-makers with real-time data and insights. This can help them to make better decisions about things like inventory levels, shipping routes, and pricing.
