Midcounties Co-operative will further food waste reduction efforts across its Your Co-op operations, extending its partnership with Retail Insight, the provider of store operations execution software.
Logistics & Supply Chain Technology, Transportation & Distribution
Logistics and supply chain technology is a broad term that encompasses the use of technology to improve the efficiency, visibility, and sustainability of the supply chain. Supply chain technology is the use of digital tools and applications to improve the efficiency, visibility, and transparency of the supply chain. IT Reseller articles relating to the Logistics environment covering Logistics IT, Transportation, warehousing, supply chain solutions, warehouse management, transport and distribution.
An AI inflection point and the art of possible in supply chains
Apr 18, 2024
By Bo Tao, Chief Technology Officer, FourKites.
It’s everywhere. AI-powered this. AI-enabled that. And, yes, it’s for good reason — there are very real, very practical and incredibly astonishing use cases for AI in business. Of course, for every company unveiling real innovations, there are countless others exaggerating, or AI Washing.
70% of organisations lack the capability to track carbon emissions in their supply chain, according to data from visibility platform Beacon
Apr 17, 2024
Beacon, the supply chain visibility and collaboration platform, has released its 2024 Supply Chain Visibility Capabilities Report examining the progress organisations are making on improving supply chain visibility.
Why retailers are connecting personal protection into their security programme
Apr 15, 2024
With theft, anti-social behaviour, and violence against retail staff at record levels, retailers are looking for new ways to protect employees and reduce shrinkage.
One in four shoppers avoid buying from international retailers due to returns concerns, new ESW and Asendia research reveals
Apr 10, 2024
Asendia, the e-commerce and mail solutions provider, and ESW, the direct-to-consumer (DTC) e-commerce company, have shared the latest insights from their report, Shipping and Returns: Leveraging Logistics to Unlock Global Loyalty.
The cyber threats lurking in your smart home devices (and how to neutralise them)
Apr 09, 2024
From thermostats to security cameras, smart home devices have become integral parts of modern living. However, hackers are increasingly targeting these devices, exploiting their vulnerabilities to gain unauthorised access and steal data. So, how can you enjoy the convenience of this futuristic tech without falling prey to criminals?
Smart vending – Still a smart idea
Apr 09, 2024
By Anthony Lamoureux, CEO of Velocity Smart Technology.
In 2023, the worldwide smart vending market underwent significant growth reaching a valuation of USD 2.1 billion (£1.6 billion).This surge not only underscored the increasing prevalence of smart vending machines but also projected a substantial expansion, with the market expected to almost triple by 2028.
Drata achieves AWS Security Competency status
Apr 08, 2024
Drata has achieved Amazon Web Services (AWS) Security Competency status. This designation recognises that Drata has demonstrated proven technology that helps customers achieve their cloud security goals.
Advantech at Retail Technology Show 2024 in London
Apr 08, 2024
In anticipation of the upcoming Retail Technology Show 2024 in London, scheduled between April 24th and the 25th, Advantech is showcasing the next generation of products targeted to this industry.
AiP market dynamics: Drivers and challenges in 5G and 6G
Apr 03, 2024
By Dr Yu-Han Chang, Senior Technology Analyst at IDTechEx.
Antenna-in-package (AiP) technology is essential for high-frequency telecommunications, as it enables the integration of antennas with RF components directly into semiconductor packages, unlike traditional discrete antennas.
Logistics & Supply Chain Technology
Supply chain technology is the use of digital tools and applications to improve the efficiency, visibility, and transparency of the supply chain. These technologies can help businesses to track inventory, manage logistics, and collaborate with suppliers in real time.
Some of the most common supply chain technologies include:
- Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software: ERP software integrates all of a company's business functions, including accounting, manufacturing, and sales, into a single system. This can help to improve efficiency and visibility across the supply chain.
- Warehouse management systems (WMS): WMS software helps to track inventory levels, manage picking and packing, and optimize warehouse operations.
- Transportation management systems (TMS): TMS software helps to plan and track shipments, manage carrier relationships, and optimize freight costs.
- Cloud-based supply chain solutions: Cloud-based supply chain solutions provide businesses with a way to access and share data across the supply chain in real time. This can help to improve visibility and collaboration.
- Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML): AI and ML are being used to automate tasks, improve decision-making, and predict future demand.
- The Internet of Things (IoT): IoT sensors can be used to track the location of goods, monitor equipment, and collect data on environmental conditions.
