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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IBS EXPANDS RANGE OF BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE SOLUTIONS FOR IBS ENTERPRISE RELEASE 6

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As part of the new IBS Enterprise Release 6, IBS has announced the development of its own Data Warehouse based upon Microsoft SQL technology

Batch or real-time: Take your pick

2 Batch or real-time: Take your pick

Metrologic's OptimusR series of rugged hand held computers offers solutions for both real-time and batch data capture applications. The design of the devices is what you'd expect from a quality manufacturerergonomic, nice feel, good balance, big keys, integrated scanner and so on.

ALDATA release G.O.L.D. VERSION 5.0.5

3 ALDATA release G.O.L.D. VERSION 5.0.5

Aldata today announced the general availability of the next release of its G.O.L.D. supply chain software.

SUPERGIFTS TO IMPLEMENT EPOS SYSTEM FROM VOITEQ

4 SUPERGIFTS TO IMPLEMENT EPOS SYSTEM FROM VOITEQ

The original high street pound store plans to use VPoS to increase visibility in the supply chain and improve business practices

TNT Logistics selects RedPrairie for Warehouse Execution System

5 TNT Logistics selects RedPrairie for Warehouse Execution System

RedPrairie software to be run in TNT Central European Datacenter

Oracle unveils event-driven middleware suite

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Enables real-time response to rapidly changing business and market conditions

Blain Supply Implements CatalystConnect Demand Management to Reduce Inventory Costs and Improve Forecasting Capabilities

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Catalysts expertise and robust product offering provides fast, reliable and cost-effective solution

Sanderson Set To Make Tills Ring At Three Pears Ltd

8 Sanderson Set To Make Tills Ring At Three Pears Ltd

Sanderson has won a contract to supply its Small Business Solution and web services for online trading to Nisa Todays member, Three Pears Ltd

UNIPART award multi-million pound contract for Masternaut telematics

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UNIPART Group, one of Europe's leading independent logistics, automotive and accessories companies, has invested 2.5 million Pounds in a web-based satellite vehicle tracking system from Masternaut.

SYMBOL TECHNOLOGIES INTRODUCES RUGGED VEHICLE/FIXED-MOUNT MOBILE COMPUTER FOR THE HARSHEST ENVIRONMENTS

10 SYMBOL TECHNOLOGIES INTRODUCES RUGGED VEHICLE/FIXED-MOUNT MOBILE COMPUTER FOR THE HARSHEST ENVIRONMENTS

VC5090 Mobile Computer Extends Real-Time Data Capture to Forklifts

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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