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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Assemble and Innovate strategy continues to attract new customers and strengthen partner channel

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Infor, the largest global enterprise software provider exclusively focused on developing solutions for the manufacturing and distribution industries, today announced the addition of 211 new customers in its first fiscal quarter of 2006, an increase of 26% from Q4 FY2005.

Promax Applications Group Launches in Europe

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Don Nicol, Promax Applications Groups Managing Director, announced the company has entered into an agreement with Demand Solutions (Europe), Ltd to promote, sell, implement and support Promax in the European markets.

Panda Softwares weekly report on viruses and intruders

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This week's report looks at four variants of the Mitglieder Trojan (FK, FL, FN and FM), which have been spread massively by email this week affecting numerous countries, and the Bagle.FN worm.

A fresh look at technology

4 A fresh look at technology

Dave Hogg, director of business development at Ross Systems, looks at how food manufacturers can achieve substantial cost savings through clever use of new technology

LXE and Intellident collaborate on the Marks & Spencer RFID Food Supply Chain Project

5 LXE and Intellident collaborate on the Marks & Spencer RFID Food Supply Chain Project

LXE is pleased to announce that its MX5 mobile handheld computer has been selected by Intellident as the mobile handheld computer of choice for the Marks & Spencer RFID food supply chain project.

Changing Global Economies Create New Global Sourcing Opportunities for the Fashion Industry

6 Changing Global Economies Create New Global Sourcing Opportunities for the Fashion Industry

Fashion and apparel companies spend their time trawling the world to find the best value and most reliable sources for both raw materials and finished goods. And with the lifting of World Trade Organisation quotas on textiles and clothing, their nets are likely to be fuller than ever as more manufacturers gain access to western markets.

River Island Works Smarter with JDA Portfolio

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For River Island, moving forward with new, integrated JDA Portfolio software has been instrumental in helping the UK retailer stay ahead in the fast-moving world of high street fashion.

TNT logistics To Deliver Real-Time visibility and SynchroniSed assembly Processes to Automotive Manufacturers Using TIBCOs RFID Software

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Technology Platform will Prevent Business Interruptions for Increased Automotive Supply Chain Execution

LAUNCH OF MAGENTA SOLUTIONS LAB MAXIMISES FACTORY SCHEDULING

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M2M interaction benefits from dynamic planning

Manufacturer of Electronic Components Goes Live with SSA Global Extended ERP

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New customer Turck in Germany completes implementation of integrated ERP, CRM and eSales system

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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