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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Hackers exploit crisis in Burma to spread Trojan horse

1 Hackers exploit crisis in Burma to spread Trojan horse

Email links to Dalai Lama's genuine website, but attachment is malicious

Coatings supplier has IT covered

2 Coatings supplier has IT covered

SigmaKalon has invested over 100,000 in mobile data capture hardware and software from Psion Teklogix.

Epicor delivers best value and lowest total per user cost, according to independent research firms report

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Epicor Software Corporation has announced survey results published by industry analyst firm Aberdeen Group, in which survey participants identified Epicor as delivering lowest total per user cost of software, service and maintenance for mid-size companies.

Jobshop demonstrates 9.3.1 at IT Showcase Live, Wembley Stadium

4 Jobshop demonstrates 9.3.1 at IT Showcase Live, Wembley Stadium

Jobshop will demonstrate the latest version of its high capability manufacturing and production control system at the IT Showcase Live event, to be held in the Royal Suite at Wembley Stadium, London on 9 October.

Access Supply Chain reports buoyant software sales

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Access Supply Chain has reported buoyant sales in the first six months of 2007, with an 18 per cent increase compared to the same period last year.

White Paper - Integration for a Customer Centric View

6 White Paper - Integration for a Customer Centric View

Todays small and medium sized enterprises see a need for automating their front office sales and customer relationship management tools to their back office accounting and financial systems

Fancy a boost from the taxman?

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Its not often the taxman gives you money, but heres a chance to give your company a competitive edge with a helping hand from HM Revenue & Customs.

Arcoms ZyWAN the industrial GSM/GPRS/3G wireless router

8 Arcoms ZyWAN the industrial GSM/GPRS/3G wireless router

Targeted for telemetry, Internet access and mobile computing applications, the rugged ZyWAN offers a secure and robust connection across GSM/GPRS/3G, CDMA mobile data networks.

BCP gives retailers the benefits of OLA over Broadband

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Retail solutions provider Business Computer Projects Ltd has developed a flexible solution to give retailers the speed, reliability and financial benefits of using Broadband for online authorisation of card payment transactions and Paypoint Services.

Joined Up Thinking

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Integrating information across the enterprise - SAGE White Paper

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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