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 & LabellingTransport Management, Asset Management Software and Mobile Computing.

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Turn fixed position data capture equipment into fully mobile workstations with the new UnICart, from Unique ID

1 Turn fixed position data capture equipment into fully mobile workstations with the new UnICart, from Unique ID

Automated data capture and mobile computing specialist, Unique ID, has come up with a novel and affordable way of transforming desk-bound IT equipment used in warehouses and distribution centres, into fully mobile workstations the UnICart.

Local SMEs Risk Losing Major Customers in 2007

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Following the launch of BS25999, the first British Standard for business continuity management, local small and medium enterprises (SMEs) must act swiftly to put business continuity arrangements in place, or risk losing their biggest customers in 2007.

Epicor Vantage ERP helps Pressed Steel Products to double turnover over the past four years.

3 Epicor Vantage ERP helps Pressed Steel Products to double turnover over the past four years.

Pressed Steel Products Ltd (PSP) commenced trading in 1998 with just 10 staff at a small workshop in Shildon, County Durham.

EUROPEAN RETAIL SOLUTIONS AWARDS : CALL FOR ENTRIES

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Retailers and technology vendors hoping to win an award in the European Retail Solutions Awards 2007 need to enter now.

Jailtime for US law database hacker

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Paris Hilton amongst those said to have had information stolen

The Science of Shipping

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Mailstream technology company Pitney Bowes has conducted the most extensive report yet into take-up and usage of intelligent shipping solutions.

John Heathcoat and Company Limited Selects Epicor

7 John Heathcoat and Company Limited Selects Epicor

Industry Leading Precision Fabric Engineers Turns to Epicor Manufacturing Enterprise Resource Planning Solution to Maximise Visibility

JOBSHOP 9.3 TO BE DEMONSTRATED AT AEROLINK WALES 2007

8 JOBSHOP 9.3 TO BE DEMONSTRATED AT AEROLINK WALES 2007

The latest release of Jobshop's high capability manufacturing and production control software will be demonstrated on Stand 2 at the international 'meet the buyer' exhibition and conference Aerolink Wales, which takes place at the Cardiff International Arena on Thursday 15 March.

PILKINGTON STREAMLINES INVENTORY AND IMPROVES CUSTOMER SERVICE WITH INFOR

9 PILKINGTON STREAMLINES INVENTORY AND IMPROVES CUSTOMER SERVICE WITH INFOR

Global glass products leader to improve market share with better stock availability with Infor SCM Demand Planning

Kewill acquires IPACS e-Solutions

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Kewill has acquired IPACS e-Solutions Pte Ltd, an electronic freight forwarding and customs brokerage solution, to offer companies improved control of and visibility into their global supply chains.

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.

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