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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.
ToolsGroup DPM Software Earns SAP NetWeaver Integration Certification
Nov 11, 2005
ToolsGroup, the leading supplier of distribution-focused inventory optimization solutions, today announced that its DPM software solution has achieved certification for its integration via the SAP NetWeaver platform, earning the designation Certified for SAP NetWeaver.
UK LAUNCH OF APRESTA WILL PROVIDE SECURE WIRELESS ACCESS TO A WIDE VARIETY OF ENTERPRISE INFORMATION
Nov 11, 2005
Powerful solution will deliver anytime/anywhere access via any mobile device to enterprise data, applications, and business processes
VERLAGSUNION EXTENDS CONTRACT WITH EXEL IN GERMANY
Nov 11, 2005
Exel, global leader in supply chain management, has extended its existing contract with Verlagsunion (VU), one of the largest magazine distributors based in Germany, to include reverse logistics.
RFID FROM PAXAR PROVES FULLY FUNCTIONAL FOR METRO GROUP
Nov 11, 2005
Paxar supplies labels with a 100% read rate.
Zebra launches guide to risk-free RFID
Nov 10, 2005
With 40 per cent of retailers planning to introduce wireless tracking by the end of this year, Zebra Technologies has launched a guide to RFID technology to ensure that the benefits of such deployments are fully realised.
The New Lynx 2D Bluetooth Reader from Datalogic
Nov 10, 2005
Datalogic announces the availability of the mobile version of its 2D hand held reader: the Lynx BT432 with Bluetooth radio technology.
GS1 UK supports Ofcom RFID statement
Nov 10, 2005
Notice of Ofcom's proposal to exempt the use of radio frequency identification equipment in the 865-868 MHz band from Wireless Telegraphy licensing
Belgravium and Data Systems International are proud to announce...A FREE SEMINAR FOR ERP PROFESSIONALS
Nov 09, 2005
Adding Real-Time Technology To ERP Systems
Improving the traceability of products within the pharmaceutical supply chain
Nov 08, 2005
Companies in the pharmaceutical industry are under increasing pressure to control their products and their brand better. Product counterfeit or diversion, theft or illicit use, are just some of the challenges that drug manufacturers and distributors currently face. It is unsurprising therefore that improving the control of products through their lifecycle in the supply chain, up to the point of sale, has become a quest for many.
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.
