The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is calling for all organisations to boost their cyber security and protect the personal information they hold, amid the growing threat of cyber attacks.
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.
Ivalua named a Market Leader in the Ardent Partners 2024 Strategic Sourcing Technology Advisor
May 13, 2024
Ivalua, a global leader in spend management solutions provider, has been named a Market Leader in the Ardent Partners "2024 Strategic Sourcing Technology Advisor." The report evaluated the 8 vendors Ardent identified as solution and market leaders in the strategic sourcing space, placing Ivalua in the Market Leaders Quadrant based on its solution and provider strength.
AI fuels nearly 30% increase in IT modernisation spend, yet businesses are unprepared for growing data demands - Couchbase survey
May 13, 2024
Couchbase, Inc., the cloud database platform company, has released the findings from its seventh annual survey of global IT leaders. The study of 500 senior IT decision makers found investment in IT modernisation is set to increase by 27% in 2024, as enterprises look to take advantage of new technologies, such as AI and edge computing, while meeting ever-increasing productivity demands. There is a clear demand for modernization and tech investment: 59% are worried their organizations’ ability to manage data won’t meet GenAI’s demands without significant investment. With the right approach to this investment, enterprises will be better prepared to overcome productivity challenges and satisfy end users who demand continuously improving experiences.
Utimaco launches u.nity partner program to maximise partners’ business and drive growth
May 09, 2024
Utimaco, provider of IT security solutions, has introduced its u.nity Partner Program. The program enables resellers to offer their customers cutting-edge data protection and cybersecurity solutions while leveraging the breadth of Utimaco’s extensive global expertise and in-region support.
Nearly half of UK shoppers believe AI directly influences purchasing decisions
May 09, 2024
Seven in 10 (70%) UK consumers are now aware generative AI promotes goods and services online and 45% believe it directly influences purchasing decisions, according to a new consumer study.
How e-commerce can weather stormy highstreet landscape
May 08, 2024
In the aftermath of the British Retail Consortium (BRC)'s recent report highlighting a downturn in April’s retail sales due to inclement weather and lacklustre consumer spending, the imperative for retailers to step up their e-commerce game has never been more apparent.
Gift card disruptor Karta partners with Visa
May 07, 2024
Karta, an Australian-based FinTech backed by the Commonwealth Bank of Australia, has announced a multi-year agreement to benefit from the Visa network. Karta claims to be the first-ever non-bank private label issuer in the US to process transactions on VisaNet.
Google is trying but losing the fight against AI spam
May 07, 2024
According to a new study by Originality.AI, the AI content detection tool with 99% accuracy, AI content in Google search results rose from 2.3% before GPT-2 to 10.2% by March 2024- tripling over five years despite Google’s strong stance against AI.
Why two-factor authentication Is necessary In 2024
May 07, 2024
As our lives become increasingly intertwined with the online world, protecting our sensitive information has become a paramount concern. One of the most effective tools in your arsenal against the rising tide of cyber threats is the implementation of two-factor authentication (2FA).
£1.8 million boost for innovation to decarbonise freight
May 04, 2024
More people and businesses across the UK will benefit from smarter, more efficient and more sustainable deliveries thanks to a £1.8m Government funding boost.
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.
