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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.
Epicor unveils its next-generation Service-Oriented Architecture
Feb 29, 2008
Enabling Epicor ICE 2.0 Technology Sets the Stage for Significant Business Growth and Momentum for the Global Midmarket
Danish medical equipment supplier signs agreement with IBS
Feb 29, 2008
Kirudan, with headquarters in Brndby, Denmark, has decided to implement IBS Enterprise software
Datalogic JET certified Windows Mobile 6
Feb 29, 2008
Datalogic Mobile is the first company worldwide in the Auto-ID sector to install Windows Mobile 6, the new Microsofts operating system, on its device Datalogic JET
Concentrix gains MS Gold Certified Partner status
Feb 27, 2008
Concentrix Ltd has attained Gold Certified Partner status with a competency in Microsoft Business Solutions, recognising Concentrixs expertise and impact in the technology marketplace
New hand-held data terminal combines data collection and voice communication in a compact format
Feb 27, 2008
A new handheld terminal by Nordic ID combines fast wireless collection of product data from different sources with voice communication.
Manhattan Associates SCOPEs out supply chain at Softworld Supply Chain & Logistics 2008
Feb 27, 2008
Global supply chain optimisation provider, Manhattan Associates, Inc. will be exhibiting at Softworld
Green businesses like Encore Tire Recovery selects RedPrairie solution
Feb 27, 2008
RedPrairie Corporation has announced that Encore Tire Recovery, makers of a mobile tire shredding system, has selected RedPrairies Fleet Management solution to support their growing business
INFOR ERP helps Charente Group plot the right course for growth
Feb 27, 2008
Infor has announced that Charente Group has gone live with Infor ERP SL
HighJump Software launches Advanced Billing Management solution for logistics service providers
Feb 26, 2008
HighJump Billing Management is designed to improve billing accuracy and capture charges on a client-by-client basis
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.
