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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.
Counting the hours
Mar 12, 2008
In the wake of the Working Time Directive a decade ago, and the more recent Road Transport Directive, the value of an integrated Attendance, Absence and Driver Scheduling system is immense
Catalyst launches drag-and-drop scheduling solution
Mar 12, 2008
Catalyst has announced the worldwide launch of a drag-and-drop scheduling solution for the SAP Yard Management System
LM Logistics completes second phase of Optima WMS implementation
Mar 12, 2008
Forwarding, Warehousing and Distribution Group LM Logistics completes second phase of WMS implementation at Felixstowe head office
Zetes expands auto-ID solution portfolio
Mar 12, 2008
Zetes has launched Zetes Forklift Fleet Management, an advanced wireless solution
State-of-the-art warehousing
Mar 11, 2008
Since installing a new warehouse management system, 3M Greece, has benefited from innovative new processes
C&C Group selects Logility Voyager Solutions
Mar 11, 2008
Irish cider manufacturer to gain better visibility into customer demand and build a more collaborative forecasting process
RFID readers built-in personalities ease integration
Mar 11, 2008
Wireless and communications specialist TDC is bolstering its portfolio of RFID solutions, with the introduction of a module that is rich in features, yet simple to integrate
Wichita streamlines production processes
Mar 10, 2008
Costs reduced by over 400% with Toshiba/SOLO label solution from ERS
Thurlby Thandar instruments undertakes major upgrade of its IT systems
Mar 10, 2008
TTi, a leading UK manufacturer and distributor of electronic test and measurement instrumentation, has selected SYSPRO ERP from enterprise software company K3
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.
