IBS has announced that Macfarlane Packaging has adopted its software integration tool, IBS Integrator, for a number of strategic business to business (B2B) and application integration projects.
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.
Leading processor improves auditing efficiency with Muddy Boots Quickfire
Jun 12, 2006
Christian Salvesen Foods, has implemented the mobile auditing software solution Quickfire in order to minimise the time needed to undertake the enforced assessments and meet the standards set by the government and retailers.
Intermec Supports Launch of Microsoft BizTalk RFID
Jun 12, 2006
Beta versions of Microsoft BizTalk RFID software drivers for Intermec equipment available June 12
The Barcode Warehouse records 37 per cent sales increase from e-commerce
Jun 12, 2006
The Barcode Warehouse is seeing sales soar for its e-commerce service, thebarcodewarehouse.co.uk, prompting a move to expand its premises to cope with demand.
SYSPRO makes the right connections for interior design firm
Jun 12, 2006
Leading interior design firm, Connections in Design, is implementing the SYSPRO enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution to support the demands of a growing business.
Blain Supply Implements CatalystConnect Demand Management to Reduce Inventory Costs and Improve Forecasting Capabilities
Jun 12, 2006
Catalysts expertise and robust product offering provides fast, reliable and cost-effective solution
WMS systems dont just facilitate a healthy profit, they enable full traceability
Jun 09, 2006
When people consider investing in warehouse management systems (WMS) they normally do so on the basis of making their business more effective and profitable...
Meadowhall Gains Top European Retail Awards
Jun 08, 2006
Meadowhall Shopping Centre gain a prestigious award at the annual European Retail Solutions Awards after beating off stiff competition.
Vocollect Announces 10,000th UK User of Its Talkman
Jun 08, 2006
Palmer & Harvey McLane Ltd is the 10,000th user to enable Vocollect's Voice-Directed Distribution
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.
