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Logistics I.T.
RFID Use Limited Only by Imagination
Logistics professionals have long viewed radio frequency identification (RFID) as a technology of the future. By fixing their vision on the distant horizon, however, they may be overlooking the real value that RFID can deliver today. RFID technology is already used thousands of times each day in port, distribution center, and fleet operations around the […]
Read MoreWireless Supply Chains: No Strings Attached
On the road, in the warehouse or the office, today’s wireless technologies help streamline supply chain operations.
Read MoreEnterasys: Stock Options
By adjusting inventory levels automatically every day, Enterasys streamlines its service parts depots.
Read MoreLorantec: Cargo Gets Smart
In this era of smart machines, smart cards, smart motors, and smart sensors, it’s about time we had smart cargo—specifically, smart cargo containers. The ability to know where and in what condition a shipment is becomes a major supply chain consideration and the primary goal of better process visibility. Lorantec of Sunnyvale, Calif., is building […]
Read MoreAmphire: Platform for Productivity
Food service distributor MBM Corp. finds a base for building tighter relationships with vendors and offering value-added services to customers.
Read MoreEIS: Practice Makes Perfect
Based in Downers Grove, Ill., Enterprise Information Solutions Inc. (EIS) is devoted to systems integration and open systems, open source computer engineering. The company’ s transportation practice focuses on transportation and logistics solutions. Marc Mitchell, one of EIS’ s founders, holds the intriguing title of Transportation Practice Director. “When we founded EIS, we decided to […]
Read MoreUnilever HPC: From Nine Little Boxes to One Lean Machine
Web-based RFI, RFP and powerful analytic tools help Unilever HPC revamp its transport strategy.
Read MoreThis Just Out: The Latest in Logistics I.T.
Heavy freight, “lite” logistics and global customs clearance procedures drive three new supply chain applications.
Read MoreLogistics I.T.—5×5
Five solutions providers answer five questions about new logistics IT buying trends.
Read MoreIf You Spend IT, Efficiencies Will Come
While corporate departments such as operations are often high on the list for systems improvements, logistics departments are usually close to the bottom of the pecking order. As a result, many supply chain management systems are woefully behind the times. This, however, doesn’ t mean that logistics professionals have to or should accept this slight […]
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