Supermarket challenges put focus on supply chain efficiency
Indigo Software supply chain consultant Mark Wilkinson says the rise of the discounters has created an opportunity as well as a challenge for private label manufacturers.
Indigo Software supply chain consultant Mark Wilkinson says the rise of the discounters has created an opportunity as well as a challenge for private label manufacturers.
KNAPP has rewarded its team of resident engineers for 10 years service at the automated warehouse of Clarks, the global shoe supplier.
Convenience food manufacturer Greencore is using a voice-directed WMS to help with an extensive project to achieve end-to-end stock traceability.
Fast growing logistics provider, Carousel Logistics, has again selected the Snapfulfil SaaS WMS to support its continued growth.
According to Access Group research, only a third of companies in manufacturing supply chains use either ERP systems or dedicated SCM solutions to manage their supply chains.
Fully fledged robot functions for simple gantry systems and automatic stackers can be designed more easily with the new robotics module in the Lenze FAST application software.
Manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, Handheld Group has launched new expansion pack features for its NAUTIZ X8, design to make the rugged PDA even more versatile for field workers.
Independent supplier to the UK fish and chip market, Henry Colbeck, has chosen Renovotec Voice Manager to fully automate its 12,000 units-per-day, previously all-paper picking process across warehouse operations. These total 70,000 square feet and are serviced by 27 Colbeck wagons as well as 3PL carriers.
Harting is testing the ability of the company’s RFID systems to detect objects moving at high speeds.
New from Linx Printing Technologies, the Linx 8900 is a next generation CIJ (continuous ink jet) printer said to provide the highest levels of ease of use and help maximise efficiencies during production, delivering valuable cost and time savings.
The supply chain solutions provider has acquired UK-based IT firm Wesupply.
To support rapid growth, LoveCrafts has engaged the services of Clipper Logistics to manage its UK warehousing and fulfilment operation from a facility in the North West.
Specialist in barcode reading and machine vision solutions for industrial manufacturing, Microscan will add all-
new products to its line of industrial identification solutions in autumn 2015. The product suite includes new barcode imagers and an intuitive, device-agnostic user interface.
Snapfulfil is to launch a brand new edition of its best-in-breed warehouse management system, aimed specifically at growing eCommerce retailers.
Logistex have been tasked with installing a Warehouse Materials Handling Solution including their LWS Reflex warehouse management system for QUIZ’s warehouse operation based at Bellshill in Scotland.
RFID can provide reliable tracking information to help ensure consistency in both warehouse storage and maintenance operations.
Fast-growing SaaS warehouse management system provider, Snapfulfil has experienced one of the most successful sales periods in its 40 year history, securing new business that is expected to generate contract revenues of over £1.5 million.
Ethnic foods wholesaler Indus Foods of Birmingham has invested in a 10 user Accord Voice WMS from Business Computer Projects (BCP) for its 30,000 sq ft distribution centre.
NX Secure, national pallet distribution and warehousing, is to supplement growth with the implementation of Access Group’s warehouse management solution (WMS), Access Delta. The investment comes as the organisation looks to attract new clients with the appeal of automating warehouse processes.
Intended for frontline workers requiring an easy-to-use device with unparalleled performance, Honeywell has launched the Dolphin CT50 mobile computer, the latest in a series of advanced mobile workforce solutions.