There are over 750m worth of contracts to be won in the London Olympic & Paralympic Games 2012 supply chain and more when considering the opportunities that the Commonwealth Games, World Cup, and Winter Olympics will bring and the list continues.
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.
Sitcom PLC invites you to Tour & Taste at the National Brewery Centre, Burton upon Trent in November
Oct 19, 2010
Utilising Voice Technology for Improved Productivity and Quality
Oct 19, 2010
Learn why, and read how Black & Decker utilses Voxware 3 to maximise not only worker productivity but also operational flexibility and long term ROI.
Register now for FREE to visit IMHX 2010
Oct 19, 2010
The International Materials Handling Exhibition takes place at the NEC from 16 to 19 November. Register now for your free Priority Pass at www.imhx.biz
Zetes introduces multi-level hands free working to enhance manufacturing productivity and performance at Morrisons
Oct 19, 2010
Zetes, European provider of solutions and services for the automatic identification of goods and people, is currently implementing a wireless IT infrastructure solution across 5 of Morrisons manufacturing facilities.
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.
