As artificial intelligence (AI) continues its ascent across industries, companies are increasingly exploring investments to harness its transformative potential.
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.
In 2024, AI will work in concert with humans to boost customer service and efficiency in retail
Mar 21, 2024
As has been the case with other industries, AI’s arrival in the retail sector has ignited fears that the role of human workers might soon become redundant. However, according to Laurence Brenig-Jones, VP of Product Strategy at RELEX Solutions, these fears are unfounded.
85% of UK Shoppers had poor experiences with online retailers last year, according to Celigo consumer survey
Mar 19, 2024
Amid a proliferation of purchasing options and budget concerns surrounding sustained inflationary pressures, online retailers are struggling to meet rising consumer expectations around the globe, according to an independent survey announced today by Celigo, the integration platform as a service (iPaaS) for business and IT users.
New cybersecurity exhibition to address growing threats to critical infrastructure
Mar 18, 2024
Mediapoint & Exhibitions has launched CYBSEC-EXPO a new exhibition and conference, dedicated to the international cybersecurity sector. Scheduled to take place 29th-31st May at Piacenza Expo in Italy.
97% of channel partners say data is key to growth and transformation
Mar 18, 2024
Channel partners see data as both their biggest challenge and a major opportunity as they look to achieve growth and transition to recurring revenue models, according to new research.
Westcon-Comstor surveyed more than 500 senior decision makers at partners across nine countries and found that 97% see data as important in their journey to an everything-as-a-service (XaaS) future.
44% of UK shoppers want best-before date discounts to help cut grocery bill
Mar 13, 2024
With retailers removing best-before dates to reduce food waste, UK consumers still want supermarkets to offer discounts on goods nearing expiry, according to the latest data from Retail Insight, provider of store operations execution software.
Consumer confidence Is up despite economic slowdown
Mar 13, 2024
Despite the economic slowdown, consumer confidence is up on mid-2023 levels due to rising wages and consumers' adaptation to constant upheaval, including the impact of COVID-19 and the cost of living crisis.
Dubai Women Establishment awarded with Moro Hub's Green Cloud Certification
Mar 12, 2024
Moro Hub awarded a certificate to Dubai Women Establishment (DWE), a government entity that supports the effective Women participation in leadership and the socio-economic future of Dubai through influencing, proposing and adopting policies, sharing knowledge and leading initiatives that enhances women’s role in various sectors.
New leadership drives expansion for international trade body
Mar 06, 2024
The International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA), which represents the global hologram industry, has announced a new chair and board members as it expands its operations.
Matalan launches groundbreaking GenAI tool to drive online sales in UK first
Mar 06, 2024
Kin + Carta, the global digital transformation consultancy, has created a generative AI and Large Language Model (LLM) tool for UK retailer Matalan, which allows it to create detailed product descriptions for new items as they are added to its online inventory.This is claimed to be a first for the UK retail sector.
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.
