Epson has strengthened its existing relationship with distributor and technology solutions provider, Box Technologies (www.boxtechnologies.com), by appointing the company as a systems Integrator for its Business Systems division.
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.
Retailers need to wake up to the fact that when it comes to online fraud even good consumers break bad
Mar 05, 2014
Commentators on the retail sector were writing as recently as 2011 that a major advantage of ecommerce was that the financial drain of shoplifting would be alleviated by the shift to direct home deliveries.
5 processes to remember when exporting
Mar 05, 2014
By Ken Peters, Director of Global Solutions at Integration Point.
There are various measures to assess when exporting products internationally.In order to avoid fines, removal of export privileges or jail time, remember to perform the following five export processes to proactively ensure your goods are efficiently moving through your supply chain.
Microscan to showcase Machine Vision and Verification solutions during Interpack
Mar 05, 2014
Microscan, the global barcode, machine vision and lighting solutions provider, will demonstrate its product line for packaging applications at its booth #CS104 at the "components for processing and packaging" show alongside Interpack 2014.
CargoWise unveils CargoWise One software targeting global logistics operations
Mar 05, 2014
CargoWise has announced the launch of CargoWise One, its next-generation software targeting global logistics operations.
Fleetmatics recognised for Superior Use of Technology in Customer Service
Mar 05, 2014
Fleetmatics Group Plc, the global provider of fleet management solutions for commercial fleet vehicles delivered as software-as-a-service (SaaS), has won a Silver Stevie Award in the "Best Use of Technology in Customer Service - Computer Software" category.
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.
