How Kier Groups Building Maintenance division is harnessing the power of Pervasics mobile data platform for its field operatives nationwide
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.
Zetes acquires PEAK Europe
Nov 01, 2006
A significant step in rolling out its growth strategy in the Goods Identification (Goods-ID) market
The Business Case for Active RFID
Oct 31, 2006
With the ability to track, locate and sense, Active RFID is being rapidly adopted around the World, often creating new markets.
The Sage Group plc announces global partnership with MySQL AB
Oct 31, 2006
The Sage Group plc has signed a global agreement with MySQL AB which enables Sage to embed MySQL database technology into its world-wide product portfolio.
Sirit's Automatic Vehicle Identification Solution Chosen by a Major Automotive Company
Oct 31, 2006
Sirit Inc., a leading provider of radio frequency identification ("RFID") technology, announced that it has signed a contract with a major automotive company to provide Sirit's IDentity MaX portfolio of readers and customized software suite to identify, track and secure its vehicles
ERP System - When Choosing Does Technology Matter?
Oct 31, 2006
When choosing a new system, IT vendors speak about XML this and .NET that. Does technology really matter? Why should anyone worry just as long as your IT supplier can provide the functionality youre looking for and has the necessary support infrastructure to help you implement it?
Do you have the right prescription for global demand planning visibility?
Oct 30, 2006
Karin Bursa, vice-president, marketing, Logility inc., describes how a demand planning solution can assist pharmaceutical companies to improve operational performance and streamline complex supply chain networks.
Bluetooth 'Zapper' from Barcoding.co.uk adds barcode scanning to PDA's
Oct 30, 2006
Barcoding.co.uk has come up with an innovative solution that allows barcode data capture to be added to standard PDA's and other mobile devices.
FrontLine Maintenance software supports 30% production increase for Charles Wells
Oct 30, 2006
With a planned production increase of 30% and the imminent introduction of 24/7 manufacturing, Charles Wells Brewery is upgrading its maintenance system with FrontLine On-The-Move.
Memory Corp launches tough memory card solution for harsh industrial environments
Oct 30, 2006
The European Memory Card specialist Memory Corp has unveiled a new memory card series for use in harsh working environments. The Industrial Flash Series has Single Level Cell (SLC) technology and meets RoHS regulations.
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.
