A new study from Juniper Research, has found that savings from the adoption of payment automation systems will allow reinvestment in revenue-generating activities; driving an 18% growth in UK B2B payments by 2028, from 8.7 billion in 2024.
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.
UK B2B payments volume to surpass 10 billion by 2028, as payment automation powers efficiencies
Feb 21, 2024
RELEX Mobile Pro simplifies stock and fresh item replenishment process
Feb 21, 2024
RELEX Solutions, a provider of unified supply chain and retail solutions, has introduced RELEX Mobile Pro, an advanced AI-driven in-store execution application for retailers, suppliers, wholesalers and manufacturers.
Cradlepoint launches the X10 5G router, aimed at service providers seeking to expand fixed wireless access market reach
Feb 19, 2024
Cradlepoint has launched the X10 5G router, designed to equip service providers with an all-in-one fixed wireless access (FWA) service for small and medium-sized businesses, temporary sites, and remote workers.
Underwhelming in-store device experience tempers consumer excitement for AI in retail
Feb 15, 2024
New research from SOTI has found that while 95% of UK consumers have used in-store tech, only 23% believe in-store devices – such as kiosks, tablets, scanners and mobile computers – enhance their experience.
The findings come from SOTI’s latest report, Techspectations: Consumer Demand for Digital Transformation in Retail, which surveyed 11,000 global consumers, including 2,000 in the UK.
Retail is top for local gift card sales in 2023 with, 69% uplift in 2024 to date
Feb 15, 2024
Retail is top for local gift card redemptions in the UK in 2023 says Miconex. Primark, M&S, Boots, Next, Sainsbury’s, John Lewis and Aldi are within top national retailers. Around 50% of cards are spent with independent retailers and businesses.
B2B2C
Feb 14, 2024
The predicted convergence between B2B and B2C is set to continue in 2024, which puts even greater pressure on product information management. However, as Kristin Naragon, Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer at Akeneo explains, there are rich benefits for both sellers and buyers.
Domino Printing Sciences: Driving the global migration to 2D barcodes with GS1
Feb 14, 2024
Domino Printing Sciences (Domino) is supporting the industry’s transition to 2D barcodes as an innovation sponsor of the GS1 Global Forum 2024.The largest annual GS1 event, which takes place from 19th–22nd February in Brussels and virtually, brings together GS1 member organisations from across the globe...
German flooring retailer enhances showroom experience with nsign.tv digital signage
Feb 13, 2024
MeinBodenbelag, a 160-year-old floor covering retailer in Neresheim, Germany, has elevated its showroom experience by implementing a digital signage network powered by the nsign.tv software platform. The system includes 20 displays strategically placed throughout the store, providing customers with an engaging experience and contributing to extended visitor stays.
Revolut unveils data regarding scams originating from Meta platforms in the UK and across Europe
Feb 12, 2024
Revolut's analysis for 2023 highlights that 60% of all reported scam cases in the UK can be traced back to Meta platforms Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, with a 33% of the total value lost to scams.
Onramp Funds appoints Dr. John Coaster as Head of Credit and Analytics
Feb 12, 2024
Onramp Funds, the funding provider that supports the growth of e-commerce businesses, has appointed Dr. John Coaster as its Head of Credit and Analytics.
Logistics & Supply Chain Technology
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.