Anglia Business Solutions has successfully concluded negotiations on a worldwide Microsoft Dynamics NAV project with Corus International.
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.
Retail Assists Merret extends into Microsoft .NET
Sep 25, 2007
Retail-only solutions and service provider Retail Assist plans to rollout its award-winning Merret supply chain solution on the Microsoft .NET platform from Q2 2008.
Companies find tracking system has many uses
Sep 25, 2007
SupaTrak helps White Logistics keep its fleet in focus
RedPrairie expands in China
Sep 25, 2007
RedPrairie, a world leading consumer driven optimisation company, has expanded its operations in China and opened bigger offices in Shanghai.
Subsidiary of ArcelorMittal goes lean with OM Partners
Sep 21, 2007
Imphy Alloys, located in Imphy, France, has installed OMP Scheduler from OM Partners to facilitate the implementation of lean manufacturing in its production islands.
Zetes acquires Interscan Systems S.A. and creates leading position as Goods ID Solutions provider in France.
Sep 21, 2007
Zetes, a leading pan-European supplier of solutions and services for the automatic identification of goods and people, has announced the acquisition of Interscan.
Supply and demand
Sep 20, 2007
Following on from our special 10th Anniversary Report on Manufacturing software in Mays edition of Manufacturing & Logistics IT, we now point the spotlight on some of industrys key Supply Chain Management and Warehouse Management System vendors who consider some of the most striking developments within their market over the past decade
Global EPP supply chain solution for plastics industry
Sep 20, 2007
At this years K show, Global EPP will reveal its new the Vendor Managed Programme - a completely integrated supply chain solution providing distributors with a totally new way of conducting business.
Infor and IBM deliver solutions for mid-sized businesses
Sep 20, 2007
Infor has announced an agreement with IBM in which the companies will deliver end-to-end business solutions that address the needs of discrete manufacturers worldwide.
Take control of your accessorial charges and transportation spend
Sep 19, 2007
You need to manage your transportation spend to move your company towards greater profitability but what is really involved?
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.
