XPO Logistics, provider of supply chain solutions, has moved quickly to introduce a new digital dashboard for shippers and carriers in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The company integrated the tools with its XPO Connect digital freight platform in North America and Europe.
Process manufacturing software, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Lot Traceability, Batch Production
Process manufacturing is concerned with the use of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), such as those used in the chemical, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, biotechnology and Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) environments. The key point to define process manufacturing is that once the raw ingredients or formulas have been used and mixed they cannot be returned back to their original individual state. In other words, once the product has been constructed the individual ingredients cannot be distilled and extracted back out again.
Blockchain solution for carbon offsetting & emissions transparency in the diamond industry
Apr 23, 2020 Comments (0)
Everledger has launched a climate holistic platform that will help India and US-based Shairu & Atit Diamonds to meet their consumers’ demand for environmental footprint information about every single diamond.
Penske enhances online shopping and buying experience for used trucks
Apr 23, 2020 Comments (0)
Penske has rolled out a new and improved version of PenskeUsedTrucks.com. The upgraded website includes an enhanced online experience featuring responsive, adaptive design using a state-of-the-art digital platform that makes shopping, buying and financing a used truck online easy.
DP World launches worldwide digital platforms throughout the supply chain to move global trade online
Apr 22, 2020 Comments (0)
DP World has launched cutting-edge online logistics tools and services, covering sea, land and air shipping around the world. The connected ecosystem of platforms will enable freight forwarders and any business, to book shipments of cargo from and to anywhere in the world, by any combination of sea, land and air.
Cambian Engineering Solutions uses Siemens Digital Industries Software solution to optimise design by linking to virtual reality
Apr 22, 2020 Comments (0)
Members of the team at Cambian Engineering Solutions are not only designers and fabricators; they are also riders and climbers with a sound understanding of what creates the best experience when navigating a skate park or a climbing wall.
Top tips when making an application for the Government’s Job Retention Scheme and a warning to get it right
Apr 22, 2020 Comments (0)
HM Revenue & Customs (‘HMRC’) opened taking Job Retention Scheme (‘JRS’) applications at 8am today (Monday) but employers must make sure that their claims are correct and are accurate - those that don’t risk being seen as fraudulent, say London tax and advisory firm Blick Rothenberg
Mates in Mind calls on employers to act now to support long-term mental wellbeing during pandemic
Apr 21, 2020 Comments (0)
Following the release of data exploring the significant impact that the COVID-19 pandemic is having on the mental health of the public and calls from experts and charities to research the long-term impact of the crisis.
Manufacturing’s finest hour
Apr 16, 2020 Comments (0)
America and its allies won World War II in large part because of our country’s massive manufacturing effort. The number of tanks, planes, trucks, ammunition and other essential war materials produced within a few years was unprecedented. These gave us an unbeatable advantage over our enemies on the land, in the sea and in the air.
Microlise provides free tracking, optimisation & communication solutions to public sector, not-for-profit & private organisations involved in pandemic effort
Apr 15, 2020 Comments (0)
To support what is now a massive humanitarian and logistical effort and for as long as the crisis continues, Microlise is providing asset tracking and communication solutions free of charge to frontline public sector and not-for-profit organisations.
3D printing moving into mainstream manufacturing, says GlobalData
Apr 13, 2020 Comments (0)
3D printing technology is slowly cementing its role as a key part of the manufacturing mix, continuing its journey towards industry 4.0. It has already lowered the barriers to entry for manufacturing, allowing enterprises across many industries to respond to customer demands while offering greater customisation of products and speed to market, says GlobalData, the data analytics company.
