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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NEW GENERATION LABEL SOFTWARE

1 NEW GENERATION LABEL SOFTWARE

A range of new user-friendly features have been added to Norprint's WLP2 label design and print software.

Datalogic sets market ablaze with new Dragon

2 Datalogic sets market ablaze with new Dragon

Datalogic, a leader in the Hand-Held Readers market,* is building on its huge, Europe-wide installed base with the launch of a new family of DragonT hand held laser scanners.

Psion Teklogix to launch new products at IMHX 2007

3 Psion Teklogix to launch new products at IMHX 2007

Psion Teklogix will use IMHX to launch a number of new and innovative additions to their extensive range of mobile computing, wireless data collection, imaging, voice and RFID solutions.

Sanderson solution integrates business operations at Hillhout

4 Sanderson solution integrates business operations at Hillhout

Sanderson, the publicly owned provider of software solutions for the Delivered Wholesale and Cash & Carry industries, has won a contract to supply its entry level Small Business Solution (SBS) to Hillhout Ltd.

Microsoft launches Dynamics - Retail Management Solution 2.0

5 Microsoft launches Dynamics - Retail Management Solution 2.0

At the National Retail Federation Annual Convention & Expo in New York, Microsoft Corp. announced the release of Microsoft Dynamics Retail Management System (RMS) 2.0

Cyber criminals move focus to web

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Cyber criminals will increasingly turn their attention to the web and away from e-mail security in 2007, according to a new report.

EFACS E/8 Thin Client & The Panasonic Toughbook CF-08 - A Tough Team to Beat

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Making mobile ERP easy to use, both inside and outside the factory.

Epicor|CRS Announces a Growing Number of Specialty Retailers Choosing Its Microsoft .NET-based POS Solution at NRF 2007

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CRS RetailStore 3.0 Empowers Retailers to Improve Customer Service and In-store Operations on a Global Basis

Swisslog to build Target's new distribution centre

9 Swisslog to build Target's new distribution centre

Swisslog formalised an agreement with Target Corporation, a leading retailer in the USA, to design and implement a new distribution centre including material handling systems.

Infor enhances ERP functionality for discrete manufacturers

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Infor ERP LN Feature Pack 3 delivers new features and improvements to increase visibility across operations; eases point-to-point integration of additional ERP solutions

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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