A new system to radically change the way housing repairs and maintenance is organised and delivered was launched at the Combined services Committee on 22nd December 2005. The system is the most advanced system to be used by any local authority in the UK.
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.
PRISYM LABELLING SOFTWARE IS A PERFECT FIT FOR THE SAVILE ROW COMPANY
Jan 31, 2006
Customised labelling solution from PRISYMID improves efficiency and eliminates errors in despatching process for Savile Row
Vocollect Continues Innovation in Voice-Directed WorkT with Pocket Sized Talkman T5 Wearable Computer
Jan 31, 2006
Now distribution centre managers can deploy three platforms for Voice-Directed DistributionT in the same facility
Hayter Employs Cutting Edge Technology for Exports
Jan 31, 2006
When Hayter, the leading manufacturer of grass cutting machinery, needed an export solution they turned to TRAXi3 from Precision Software.
European Defence Logistics Symposium 2006
Jan 31, 2006
The symposium will be a first of its kind to include in depth both national and NATO logistics, ensuring that a key theme within the event will be how organisations can work together, forging forwarding, to enhance joint operational support capability.
Demand Management, Inc. have announced that 59 companies purchased Demand Solutions software and support in the last 12 months.
Jan 31, 2006
New customers include Chevron, Hansen Beverage Company, Carole Hochman Design Group, Castrol China, Kentucky Derby Hosiery and Vector Manufacturing. Demand Management saw software license growth in 11 countries, with sales especially strong in the Southern Hemisphere.
Microlise to offer breakthrough Intelligent Transport strategy
Jan 31, 2006
The Intelligent Transport Strategy solves the challenges of delivering business benefit in the mobile logistics marketplace. Key to the realisation of this strategy are real-time track and trace, the use of RFID auto ID technology for non-invasive data collection and the delivery of data using persistent message queuing.
Intermec Introduces Its Most Rugged Mobile Computer
Jan 31, 2006
According to recent research conducted by Venture Development Corp., mobile device failure frequently is a result of organisations deploying devices that are not suitable or rugged enough for the environments in which they are used.
Infor 2006 Global User Conference - Premier Event for Enterprise Manufacturing and Distribution Customers, Las Vegas
Jan 31, 2006
Infor, the largest global enterprise software provider focused on developing solutions for the manufacturing and distribution industries, today announced that it will hold its annual user conference,…
The perfect order
Jan 30, 2006
For manufacturers that involve make to order and extensive product customisation the idea of the perfect order becomes a more elusive yet critical goal.
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.
