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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Weir Materials & Foundries purchases Cedillas METalchemist

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edilla Systems, a leading ERP systems integrator, have announced that Weir Materials & Foundries (WMF)is investing in its METalchemist business software solution.

Ikea Revamps Supply Chain Strategy with JDA

2 Ikea Revamps Supply Chain Strategy with JDA

IKEA is expanding globally and fast gaining market share.

Hallis Hudson finds business intelligence solution meets demanding corporate objectives

3 Hallis Hudson finds business intelligence solution meets demanding corporate objectives

Thomas R. Cutler reports on the successful implementation of the Visibility Business Intelligence Reporting and Analysis Technology solution.

HOSTED ERP SOLUTION FROM INFOR HELPS KITCHEN SERVICING COMPANY STREAMLINE INVOICE PROCESSING AND IMPROVE CUSTOMER SERVICE

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Infor ERP System21 Supports Professional Kitchen Service and its Aggressive Growth Plans

First international RedPrairie user conference proves a massive hit - attendance exceeds expectations

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To wide acclaim, RedPrairie, the worlds leading consumer driven optimisation company, has held its first international all product user conference.

NHS SUPPLY CHAIN INVESTS IN VOICE PICKING TECHNOLOGY

6 NHS SUPPLY CHAIN INVESTS IN VOICE PICKING TECHNOLOGY

VoiteQ is chosen to provide voice picking system at NHS Supply Chain distribution centre

Menzies Distribution Improves Efficiency with Sandpiper and Datalogic

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Menzies Distribution is a leading UK provider of added value distribution and marketing services to the newspaper and magazine supply chain.

Does Technology Matter when choosing an ERP System?

8 Does Technology Matter when choosing an ERP System?

When choosing a new system, IT vendors speak about XML this and .NET that does technology really matter.

SOL Group signs pan-European contract with Quintiq for Quintiq Logistics Planner

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The Italian SOL Group has signed a contract with software supplier Quintiq for the delivery and implementation of the Quintiq Logistics Planner, a state-of-the-art planning platform for the support of a variety of logistics activities.

Global logistics: latest version of Audax's FCS provides Management Console and will appeal to global manufacturers looking to become their own 4PL

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Audax Software has announced the latest version of its market-leading delivery pipeline software FCS, which will appeal to global manufacturers looking to become their own 4PL in order to save costs, gain control over their 3PL and improve SLAs.

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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