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.

RSS

German discount retailer re-engineers core systems with Aldata G.O.L.D.

1 German discount retailer re-engineers core systems with Aldata G.O.L.D.

Netto Marken-Discount is to revamp its merchandise management, ordering and replenishment with Aldata, a leading provider of software solutions for the global Retail and Logistics industries.

Zetes to expand and increase its activities on the personal authentication market thanks to the takeover of the assets and know-how of the Idoc Cards division

2

Zetes Industries announces the takeover of the Cards division of the Belgian company Idoc. This acquisition means that the Zetes Group now covers the entire smart card production chain.

Free Toolkit on Planning and Managing Supply Chains

3

A free Toolkit with hints & tips, checklists, food for thought and golden rules on Supply Chain Planning techniques is now available for browsing and downloading from www.hughendenconsulting.com

Software solution to drive new levels of efficiency and productivity through liner and agency networks.

4

FWL Technologies launches its Workflow solution to shipping lines and agencies following its highly successful introduction in the freight management sector.

Oracle unveils Oracle Transportation Management

5

Proven logistics management solution from G-Log enables companies to reduce transportation costs and cycle times.

IBM Acquires Provider for $23.5 billion Supply Chain Services Market

6

IBM recently announced the acquisition of Viacore, Inc., a leading provider of business process solutions for real-time supply chain visibility.

GEODIS UK Launches New Product Packages tailored to the needs of UK businesses

7

Geodis UK has launched a new range of product packages specifically tailored for the UK business community.

ULTRA UPDATE COMPARISON STUDIES AND PARTNERSHIP

8

Paxar EMEA is providing an update on its Monarch Pathfinder Ultra Platinum 6039 printer.

HAND HELD PRODUCTS' DOLPHINS PLAY THEIR PART IN STENT'S AWARD

9

Hand Held Products has congratulated Stent Foundations Ltd on SHERPA, its award-winning Hand Held Roving Piling Assistant.

AVTOGAZ (GAZ) SELECTS SYMBOL AND IBM RFID SOLUTION TO OPTIMIZE SUPPLY CHAIN EFFICIENCIES

10

GAZ plans two-year RFID technology expansion across network of vehicle processing factories

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.

Editorial: +44 (0)1892 536363
Publisher: +44 (0)208 440 0372
Subscribe FREE to the weekly E-newsletter