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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Modular solutions meet customer demands

1 Modular solutions meet customer demands

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

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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

Mid-sized businesses underestimate strategic value of IT, IBM survey shows

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Majority believe they have adequate systems yet 59% say that IT infrastructure unable to support key business goals

INTERNATIONAL SKIN AND BEAUTY CARE BRANDS PRODUCER GOES LIVE WITH CATALYST INTERNATIONALS WIRELESS RF WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT SOLUTION

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The UK arm of Beiersdorf, the producer of famous brands like Nivea, Atrix and Elastoplast, has gone live with a major wireless RF solution at its UK distribution centre, today announced Catalyst International, a global provider of supply chain execution solutions. The solution delivered by Catalyst utilises SAPConsole and Catalyst Internationals SAP Transactions to manage in-bound, picking, replenishment and despatch.

HAND HELD PRODUCTS CATCHES THE SWEDISH POST

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Hand Held Products, the world's leading supplier of image-based data capture systems, has won a contract with Swedish Post for 120 Dolphin(r) 9550 mobile computers and 120 IT4800 2D imagers.

Careless Talk Costs Money

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In today's competitive business battlefield, careless chat across advanced computer communications can cost money, and even careers.

Thomas Cook uses TouchStar system for in-flight sales

7 Thomas Cook uses TouchStar system for in-flight sales

New TouchPC Falcon mobile computers help airline to streamline and capitalise on in-flight sales.

PRINTRONIX EXTENDS P7000 LINE-MATRIX PRINTING PLATFORM

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WORLDWIDE INVENTOR OF LINE-MATRIX PRINTING TECHNOLOGY INTRODUCES P7000H AND P7000ZT SERIES

SAVI TECHNOLOGY INTRODUCES NEW SMARTCHAIN CONSIGNMENT MANAGEMENT SOLUTION FOR DEFENSE FORCES

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CMS Provides Real-Time Visibility of Military Consignments as They Move Through Multiple RFID Supply Chain Networks to the Front Lines

Softworld Supply Chain & Logistics

10 Softworld Supply Chain & Logistics

Softworld Supply Chain & Logistics is Europe's leading event for the supply chain and logistics community.

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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