Microsoft has discovered an emerging botnet that has been enabled by malware inserted in PC supply chains. The viruses were discovered when Microsoft digital crime investigators bought 20 PCs, ten desktops and ten laptops from different cities in China.
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.
Konica Minolta and Pearson in Practice 'to shape the future of talent in the print Industry'
Sep 19, 2012
Konica Minolta have partnered with Pearson in Practice, the UK provider of Apprenticeship training, to launch a new Advanced apprenticeship in Print and Document Solutions.
Entatech UK launches Fujitsu partnership & announces Ultrabook reseller incentive
Sep 13, 2012
Entatech UK Ltd, the IT distributor, has recently begun selling Fujitsu products to their UK wide customer base. This new partnership will see Entatech distribute a wide range of products including laptops, servers, storage and desktop products.
Brother sets the standard for sustainability with new recycling programme
Sep 13, 2012
Brother has launched a consumable recycling programme which will recycle cartridges and toners from all manufacturers. The programme enables businesses, consumers and dealers to recycle used ink and toner cartridges completely free of charge.
Sato exhibits at BlueStar RFID Solution Day
Sep 13, 2012
Sato, supplier of automatic identification and data capture solutions, is exhibiting at the BlueStar RFID Solution Day on 27 September in Hamburg (Germany).
Death of the landline phone?
Sep 12, 2012
The office phone looks set to join cassettes, videos and dial-up internet in the technology graveyard as one in four British adults admit they are too nervous to use the landline telephone, according to new research by business communications firm Daisy Group plc.
Trustwave introduces new global channel partner programme
Sep 12, 2012
Trustwave, provider of cloud-based compliance and information security solutions, has reaffirmed its commitment to channel partners by unveiling the new Trustwave PartnerFocus Program, the company’s new channel partner programme that augments and expands the award-winning M86 Security partner programme.
Lincoln Archives expands operations with Cloud Backup powered by Asigra
Sep 12, 2012
Asigra Inc., the Cloud Backup, Recovery and Restore (BURR) software provider, has announced that Lincoln Archives has opened its new cloud backup sales and service centre in Tampa, Florida.
Introducing a new phenomenon: Industry Speed Dating
Sep 12, 2012
With so many new technologies affecting reseller businesses Comms Business brings you a NEW Industry Speed Dating Programme at the Convergence Summit South event, held at Sandown Park in Surrey on 3rd and 4th October.
Sato launches series of maintenance contracts in Europe
Sep 06, 2012
Sato has launched a new series of maintenance and service contracts for its Prestige Service Programme, giving users rapid printer repair. The programme enables customers to benefit from expert support at just one day’s notice, reduce downtime and save associated costs.
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.
