Industrys First Fully Service-Oriented Manufacturing Solution Enhances Support for Supply Chain Management and the Unique Requirements of Aerospace and Automotive
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.
Integrated WMS, duty and billing solution does IT for InBond
Sep 12, 2006
InBond required an automated warehouse management solution that would enable it to operate a multi-customer, real-time environment while incorporating duty management and compliance with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) regulations as a seamlessly integrated solution.
Scientific & Chemical Supplies to roll out Sage 1000
Sep 11, 2006
UKs largest independent science equipment supplier set to increase growth by 10 per cent
Hardware interoperability programme unveiled at EPCglobal European conference
Sep 11, 2006
Six companies receive certification marks for 11 products
Homeserve Go Mobile With PartsArena
Sep 11, 2006
The UK's leading provider of home insurance repairs and emergency services to the home, Homeserve, has deployed Infomills PartsArena solution for their mobile service team.
Real-Time Visibility in Frans Maas Supply Chain
Sep 11, 2006
Every second and every mile count in todays highly competitive world of logistics; which is why real-time visibility of the supply chain has become essential to the continuous optimisation of operational efficiency and service levels.
BarTender Version 7.75 Adds Oracle XML Interface
Sep 11, 2006
Seagull Scientific has released version 7.75 of their BarTender label and RFID software.
Priority Production and Project Management wins the hearts of product developers
Sep 11, 2006
The internationally respected Priority ERP/MRP software continues to win the hearts of product developers this year.
Oracle completes asset purchase of Sigma Dynamics
Sep 11, 2006
Oracle today announced that it will enhance its Oracle Business Intelligence Suite and Oracle Fusion Middleware offerings by acquiring the intellectual property assets of Sigma Dynamics, a leading provider of real-time predictive analytics technology.
Epicor Delivers Major Boost to Collaborative Enterprise Service Automation Solution
Sep 11, 2006
Epicor for Service Enterprises Adds CRM, Broad Support for Industry Best Practices and Microsoft Office Integration to Maximize Opportunity for Fee-for Service Firms
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.
