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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Codegate acquires i2MS

1 Codegate acquires i2MS

Mobile data solutions specialist Codegate has acquired i2 Mobile Solutions Ltd

Epicor Productivity Pyramid unites people, processes and applications for a more productive, connected user experience

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Epicor Software Corporation has announced the Epicor Productivity Pyramid, which brings together three powerful tools Epicor Information Worker (IW), Epicor Portal and Epicor Service Connect

Otto Roth and IFS - the right connection

3 Otto Roth and IFS - the right connection

Otto Roth Group, a German distributor of fasteners and manufacturer of assembly elements, has selected IFS Applications to provide comprehensive ERP support that enhances agility and communication throughout the units and divisions that make up the group.

AirMagnet saves Logicalis 50% per wireless network implementation

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Logicalis is an international provider of integrated IT solutions and has worked with AirMagnet for over two years to help its wireless network planning and analysis.

Log off and get to work ..........

5 Log off and get to work ..........

Turns out your bosses dont want you updating your social networking page at the office.

DSI adds Voice input functionality to dcLINK

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Data Systems International has added embedded voice functionality to its dcLINK software to enable hands & eye free, data collection

Barcode technology helps pharmacists

7 Barcode technology helps pharmacists

Datalogic Scanning is helping tackle the growing problem of counterfeit drugs in the European pharmaceutical industry through its new range of 2D bar code scanners.

Manufacturing output eased to a nine-month low in October as new orders slowed

8 Manufacturing output eased to a nine-month low in October as new orders slowed

Data from the latest CIPS/NTC survey of the UK manufacturing sector indicated that growth of the sector lost further momentum in October.

BlueStar distributes the LXE HX2 Rugged Wearable Computer

9 BlueStar distributes the LXE HX2 Rugged Wearable Computer

BlueStar has announced that it is to distribute the LXE HX2 Rugged Wearable Computer for warehouse applications

Bigger and Better - 'SWS for WMS' out now

10 Bigger and Better - 'SWS for WMS' out now

New expanded edition "Selecting Warehouse Software from WMS & ERP Provider" covers selection and implementation of new warehouse management software

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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