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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.
VDC Survey of Mobile Computer End-Users Rates Intermec Highest in Expertise, Service and Support
Sep 05, 2006
Philips Semiconductors becomes NXP
Sep 05, 2006
Fifty years of innovation and a rich IP portfolio firmly establishes NXP as Europe's second largest semiconductor company
Infor Delivers Easy-To-Use Enterprise Asset Management Solution For Small to Midsize Enterprises
Sep 05, 2006
Infor, one of the largest global providers of enterprise software, today announced the availability of Infor EAM Business Edition, a powerful enterprise asset management solution
SYSPRO is Configured and Engineered for Aerospace Companies
Sep 05, 2006
Thermal Engineering are typical of a growing number of engineering firms operating in the aerospace sector that are improving responsiveness to customer demand through the use of a SYSPRO ERP system.
Casio release DT-X11 hand held terminal
Aug 31, 2006
Casio announce the DT-X11, a new rugged, industrial handheld terminal with built-in C-MOS imager or laser scanner and flexible communications options
Storm clouds ahead - Logistics Industry may not be in good health for long
Aug 31, 2006
Companies specialising in providing logistics services have done well in recent years, but the future prospects for the industry are not so certain according to independent market analyst Datamonitors (DTM.L) latest research Logistics Benchmarking and Profiler 2006.
Weatherproofing the Supply Chain
Aug 31, 2006
Let information transparency and responsiveness be your umbrellas - By Allen Scott, UK Managing Director, Manhattan Associates
FTA SEEKS LOGISTICS LEADER
Aug 31, 2006
'Wanted: A charismatic industry figurehead experienced in the rail freight, deep sea shipping and air cargo sectors, able to champion the interests of operators and other partners to national Governments, the European institutions and local authorities.'
SAP UK AND IRELAND USER GROUP HOSTS MAJOR CONFERENCE
Aug 31, 2006
'The Knowledge Matrix - Adding Value Through Collaboration' set to be the Group's biggest ever event
eWORLD PURCHASING & SUPPLY TO UNVEIL THE LATEST THINKING AND TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION IN PROCUREMENT, SOURCING AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
Aug 31, 2006
eWorld Purchasing & Supply, the largest gathering of purchasing executives in Europe, will see this years Autumn edition on the 26th and 27th of September at the New Connaught Rooms in London
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.
