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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.
DELIVERING IMPROVED SUPPLY CHAIN EFFICIENCIES
Dec 15, 2005
The UK home entertainment market has many unique characteristics, especially with regards to the retail supply chain.
Hand Held Products reveals first annual 'device life' survey
Dec 15, 2005
handheld scanners found crushed, drowned and cooked !!
FREE 2 Hour RFID Trailer Portal Seminar - Mobile RFID to Reduce Distribution Costs
Dec 14, 2005
Microlise are inviting clients and prospects to join us at a venue near them for a FREE 2 hour seminar and live demonstration, with a 7.5 ton truck, showing the unique & award winning Microlise RFID Trailer Portal and it's integration within the Microlise Fleet & Distribution portfolio of solutions.
COTTON TRADERS GOES LIVE WITH NEW WAREHOUSE MGT SYSTEM
Dec 14, 2005
SPORTS CLOTHING GIANT KICKS OFF NEW WIRELESS WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM IN TIME FOR SIX NATIONS RUGBY
NETMANAGE ONWEB FOR ISERIES ACCELERATES PATH TO WEB AND SOA
Dec 14, 2005
New product provides iSeries users powerful publishing capabilities and significant cost savings
Multi-Channel Retailer sit-up Limited Selects Advanced Planning Solution from Manhattan Associates
Dec 13, 2005
Solution Will Provide Better Stock Management and Enable Rapid Response to Consumer Buying Trends across Multiple Channels
Russell Corporation keeps track of stock with TXT
Dec 13, 2005
The Russell Corporation, an international apparel company specialising in the sourcing and selling of activewear and athletic uniforms, has gone live with an IT project aimed at significantly cutting down on supply chain lead times and alleviating the need to carry so much surplus stock.
Modular solutions meet customer demands
Dec 13, 2005
Savoye provides solutions for logistics, picking, warehouse management, IT, planning and integration. The company is raising its profile in the UK. Benot Davoust, Savoye UKs MD, discusses the strengths of the company and its offerings.
Manhattan Associates Supply Chain Execution Solutions to Fulfill Microsoft Channels Industry-Specific Needs
Dec 12, 2005
Manhattan Associates Supply Chain Execution Solutions to Fulfill Microsoft Channels Industry-Specific Needs Unveiled as One of Five Solutions Built for Businesses in Growing, Dynamic Industries
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.
