September, 2018

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Molton Brown improves stock accuracy with Datalogic Memor

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Datalogic has announced that its Memor mobile computer is being used by luxury fragrance brand Molton Brown to improve stock accuracy and visibility across its network of 58 independent stores located in the UK, Ireland and USA and at selected concessions housed within 15 to 20 high-end department stores.

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IIoT Capabilities Make UR Robots More Collaborative—Even Remotely

Universal Robots

By now, the concept of collaborative robots that can easily, flexibly, and safely work side-by-side with human workers is well-understood among many manufacturers. But what about the cobots that are implemented in after-hours shifts to keep production humming even when employees aren’t working? When there are no humans nearby.

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Getting Prepared for a Growing Risk Profile

Manufacturers Alliance

Hurricane Florence was a timely reminder that September is National Preparedness Month. What can manufacturing companies do to ensure that they are prepared for a disaster? Planning is the key to business continuity, and it is crucial in the event of a natural disaster. If you are not sure where to begin, here are some simple ways to get started.

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Three ways your supply chain manager can help improve speed-to-market

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

By John Caltabiano, VP of Global Supply Chain, Jabil. Given a choice, would you launch your product late, or launch it over budget? Choosing to go to market late might present the greater risk to profitability, according to a report published by McKinsey & Company that claims, on average, going to market six months late but within budget can shave 33 percent off profits.

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The Supply Chain in 2025: What to Expect

In 2025, the Supply Chain continues its evolution toward “Logistics 4.0,” inspired by Industry 4.0. Two major characteristics define this transformation: automation, driven by robotic solutions, and prediction, paving the way for an era of planning and simulation powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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Vallourec and PSI extend Worldwide Master Supply Agreement (MSA)

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

PSI Metals has signed a Master Supply Agreement (MSA) with Vallourec, defining the governance of the close cooperation with respect to production management solutions based on PSImetals.

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DynaSys Recognized as a Challenger in Gartner Magic Quadrant for Supply Chain Planning Systems of Record

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

DynaSys Recognized as a Challenger in Gartner Magic Quadrant for Supply Chain Planning Systems of Record.

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Blume Global introduces a new digital era of growth, innovation and value creation for the global supply chain ecosystem

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Rez-1, Inc. has announced a significant evolution in its vision to empower a real-time digital, collaborative, and growth-focused global supply chain ecosystem, with its expanded strategic focus, new name and new solution offerings.

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Businesses encouraged to seek Authorised Economic Operator status pre-Brexit to protect their supply chain

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

With just under seven months until the UK exits the European Union, businesses are being urged to apply for Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Accreditation.

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Underwear apparel company Hanes rolls out FuturMaster demand planning software to boost global supply chain

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

HanesBrands, the $6.5bn global apparel company that manufactures and sells a number of leading underwear and activewear brands including Wonderbra, DKNY, Playtex and Champion, is deploying a standardised IT system to help with supply and demand forecasting in more than twenty-five countries.

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Manhattan Associates named a Leader in The Forrester Wave

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Manhattan Associates Inc. has been named a Leader in The Forrester Wave: Order Management Systems (OMS), Q3 2018 report by Forrester Research.

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The 2nd Generation of Innovation Management: A Survival Guide

Speaker: Chris Townsend, VP of Product Marketing, Wellspring

Over the past decade, companies have embraced innovation with enthusiasm—Chief Innovation Officers have been hired, and in-house incubators, accelerators, and co-creation labs have been launched. CEOs have spoken with passion about “making everyone an innovator” and the need “to disrupt our own business.” But after years of experimentation, senior leaders are asking: Is this still just an experiment, or are we in it for the long haul?