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Trends in manufacturing organisation - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Describes the Government's policy towards Information Technology and what it is doing to promote IT in all sectors of society. MORE INFO: Trends in manufacturing organisation Describes the Government's policy towards Information Technology and what it is doing to promote IT i... read article... |
Microcomputer spreadsheets - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: An introduction to spreadsheets as a new concept in production and inventory management decision making. MORE INFO: Microcomputer spreadsheets An introduction to spreadsheets as a new concept in production and inventory management decision making. PUBLISHER: Institute of O... read article... |
CAD into MRP can go - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Discusses the main issues when integrating CAD and MRP. MORE INFO: CAD into MRP can go Discusses the main issues when integrating CAD and MRP. PUBLISHER: Institute of Operations Management Vol 11 - No 03 - April/May 1985... read article... |
The concepts of OPT - the way forward - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: OPT embodies both software and a philosophy which challenge the core of some of our current systems and control techniques. MORE INFO: The concepts of OPT - the way forward OPT embodies both software and a philosophy which challenge the core of some of our current systems and... read article... |
CAPM system transparency in small companies - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: The aim of this work is to improve total system transparency by developing a different CAPM implementation in small companies. MORE INFO: CAPM system transparency in small companies The aim of this work is to improve total system transparency by developing a different CAPM im... read article... |
Experiences of using a 4GL for manufacturing - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Nairn Kingfisher Limited a member of the FORBO Group specialises in the manufacturing of wallcoverings. MORE INFO: Experiences of using a 4GL for manufacturing Nairn Kingfisher Limited a member of the FORBO Group specialises in the manufacturing of wallcoverings. PUBLISHER... read article... |
Direction for Business Process Management - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: IntelliCorp, the ERP lifecycle management products and services supplier, has announced LiveModel 3.0, a major new release for the SAP environment... MORE INFO: Direction for Business Process Management IntelliCorp, the ERP lifecycle management products and services supplier,... read article... |
RF tag read/write and bar code scanning - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: In a move that provides the opportunity to provide both bar-codes and RF tags in manufacturing and supply chain operations... MORE INFO: RF tag read/write and bar code scanning In a move that provides the opportunity to provide both bar-codes and RF tags in manufacturing and ... read article... |
New web page for Year 2000 problems - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: European Agency for Safety & Health at Work has now brought together the latest information sources on the Year 2000 problem in the safety and health field together with an interactive discussion forum moderated by the Health & Safety Executive... MORE INFO: New web page for Y... read article... |
Networked manufacturing systems and JIT - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Integrated Manufacturing Software packages if implemented appropriately can move an organisation to a Just-In-Time environment. MORE INFO: Networked manufacturing systems and JIT Integrated Manufacturing Software packages if implemented appropriately can move an organisation ... read article... |
The microcomputer revolution - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: The Mainframe ruled the manufacturing environment Then the mini-computer came along with better application software. Guess what's happening now? MORE INFO: The microcomputer revolution The Mainframe ruled the manufacturing environment Then the mini-computer came along with b... read article... |
Shop floor data collection: the missing link? - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: The implications of a proposed shop floor data collection system go beyond those of hardware and software and must be considered very carefully. MORE INFO: Shop floor data collection: the missing link? The implications of a proposed shop floor data collection system go beyond... read article... |
Collection & analysis of shop floor data using a spreadsheet - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Describes a model which can be used for collecting shop floor data relating to manufacturing processes. MORE INFO: Collection & analysis of shop floor data using a spreadsheet Describes a model which can be used for collecting shop floor data relating to manufacturing process... read article... |
CAPM: future developments in an integrated environment - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Discusses the problems associated with the integration of manufacturing software systems not just within but also across functional areas. MORE INFO: CAPM: future developments in an integrated environment Discusses the problems associated with the integration of manufacturing... read article... |
Demand planning into the 21st century - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Describes how demand planning software will enable customers and suppliers to share information and co-operate with the flow of product through the supply chain. MORE INFO: Demand planning into the 21st century Describes how demand planning software will enable customers and ... read article... |
Business system development - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Advanced Manufacturing Research (AMR) believe that no single vendor can provide a complete supply chain solution, as application demands are so complex that functionality alone will not satisfy the user. The author discusses the development of business objects that become best c... read article... |
Exceeding customer expectations. What are the IT implications? - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: What implications does the increasing pressure for speed of response in customer contact have for a company's way of doing business and the IT systems that support them. MORE INFO: Exceeding customer expectations. What are the IT implications? What implications does the incre... read article... |
Manufacturing systems requirements definition: an objective approach - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Describes a new approach to the specification of the functional requirements of manufacturing control systems, which was developed by an EPSRC funded project. MORE INFO: Manufacturing systems requirements definition: an objective approach Describes a new approach to the speci... read article... |
Groundhog Day - take 35... - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Uses an analogy with company car allocation to outline key steps for successful system selection and implementation. MORE INFO: Groundhog Day - take 35... Uses an analogy with company car allocation to outline key steps for successful system selection and implementation. PU... read article... |
Analysing production and early life fails. A case study - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Research Machines PLC is the UK's leading supplier of IT solutions into education. Their production facilities built around 100,000 PC systems in the year 1998/98... MORE INFO: Analysing production and early life fails. A case study Research Machines PLC is the UK's leading s... read article... |
New Distribution Software Package Launched - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Fast-growing hi-tech distributors will now be able to compete on equal terms with their larger competitors, following the launch of an off-the-shelf computer solution from Masterpack International... MORE INFO: New Distribution Software Package Launched Fast-growing hi-tech d... read article... |
How to improve the success of your IT investments - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: This article suggests that IT solutions don't deliver their promises due to user requirements being poorly specified and failure to address a number of non - IT related issues during the life cycle of the project. It proposes that if users have more involvement and take ownershi... read article... |
Industry news: competitive upgrade - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Pegasus Software has launched a promotion offering its popular 'operations' manufacturing software with a competitive trade-in price to anyone changing over from their existing manufacturing solution... MORE INFO: Industry news: competitive upgrade Pegasus Software has launch... read article... |
Demand and supply patterns over the Millennium holiday - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: The millennium experience will be with us in six months and as well as the Y2K computer bug problems, there are a number of other factors which will affect manufacturing companies supplying the retail market place... MORE INFO: Demand and supply patterns over the Millennium ho... read article... |
The value of IT in the manufacturing sector - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: The aims of the article are: to show that IT has penetrated so deeply into every fibre of the business fabric that its deployment and use have become strategic business, not technological, issues; to encourage senior manufacturing executives to seize control of this vital strate... read article... |
The electronic plughole - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: If manufacturing companies do not understand, and then manage the opportunities offered by electronic communication, they will be overwhelmed by them... MORE INFO: The electronic plughole If manufacturing companies do not understand, and then manage the opportunities offered ... read article... |
Real-time Traffic and Travel Information - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: IT IS Holdings plc has secured an exclusive agreement with Eddie Stobart Limited, Britains largest independent haulage and distribution organisation to install its GPS/GSM units to each of the haulage firms 760 vehicles which travel extensively across the UK and Europe. MORE I... read article... |
Stick It On - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Leeds-based Minorplanet Systems is sticking close to its customers after it recently sent out a mass mailing of vehicle stickers to a rapidly expanding list of some 2,500 satisfied clients. MORE INFO: Stick It On Leeds-based Minorplanet Systems is sticking close to its custom... read article... |
New information system at the Institute - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Over the July/August period we will be installing a new database and computer system at the Institute... MORE INFO: New information system at the Institute Over the July/August period we will be installing a new database and computer system at the Institute... PUBLISHER: In... read article... |
i2 acquires Smart Technolgies - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: i2 Technologies, a leading enabler of e-business across the supply chain, has announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Smart Technologies, a leading developer of internet-based customer relationship solutions... MORE INFO: i2 acquires Smart Technolgies i2 Te... read article... |
New tanks and pipes simulation - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: AutoSimulation announced the availability of AutoMod V9.0 3-D graphical simulation software used for modelling complex manufacturing and material handling systems. Enhancements include: Tanks and Pipes module; pathmover system and AutoStat. The new Tanks and Pipes module for con... read article... |
Manufacturers to benefit from e-commerce - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Kewill Systems is using its expertise and experience gained from providing 12,000 retail customers with e-commerce facilities to help manufacturers revolutionise their trading processes and dramatically improve market share and profitability... MORE INFO: Manufacturers to ... read article... |
Simware's new Salvo - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Simware Inc a leader in enterprise-to-extranet solutions has announced the release of Salvo Commerce 1.0, its new solution for reducing the time and risk associated with integrating on-line store fronts into corporate backend systems... The first release of Salvo Commerce will p... read article... |
Giant Will Use RHYTHM Suite - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: i2 Technologies has announced that its RHYTHM suite of products is to be implemented by Compaq Computer Corporation, supporting the company's initiative to serve large corporate customers directly over the internet... MORE INFO: Giant Will Use RHYTHM Suite i2 Technologies... read article... |
JD Edwards Names SynQuest APS - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: SynQuest's Manufacturing Manager software is JD Edwards preferred scheduling and execution solution for discrete manufacturing customers... The collaboration gives users competitive advantage by enabling them to better communicate with suppliers and customers and execute busines... read article... |
Implementing APS in the nuclear pharmaceutical industry - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: This article describes the implementation of APS in Nycomed Amersham’s North America manufacturing facility in 1997 and seeks to explain the reasons for implementation, some of the methodology used, the impact on the business and the lessons learnt... It will describe the circum... read article... |
IT Showcase - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Have you always wondered why software exhibitions are always a long way away at places such as the NEC and Earls Court? Do not despair - there is now IT Showcase, a series of regional exhibitions which cover all areas of the country and which you can attend completely free of ch... read article... |
Knowledge based solutions to boost accuracy - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: A new breed of software giving companies the opportunity to improve data accuracy to over 99% is being launched in the UK... Developed by Human Inference, it allows businesses with large customer relationship information systems to work in a more natural way by using advanced 'f... read article... |
Low cost manufacturing software - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: USDATA's Smart Manager is a new ERP system affordable by the smallest manufacturer. It is available exclusively in the UK through Wizard Information Systems... MORE INFO: Low cost manufacturing software USDATA's Smart Manager is a new ERP system affordable by the smallest... read article... |
ERP with Integrated APS - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Still & Saxby, a leading European lift truck manufacturer, has implemented ORTEMS Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS) software at it's Montataire plant in France. MORE INFO: ERP with Integrated APS Still & Saxby, a leading European lift truck manufacturer, has implemented ... read article... |
www.complacency.org - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: MORE INFO: www.complacency.org Competitive advantage will belong to those companies that grasp the opportunity offered by network technology, says Interforum, the trade organisation. This is more so for automotive suppliers, an industry which already seems destined to play ... read article... |
Internet customer service software - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: SynQuest Inc has unveiled a new product to enable companies to provide customers with web access to the real time status of orders across the supply chain...It provides intelligent up-to-the-minute status of orders, allowing customers to make last minute changes and reduce custo... read article... |
Asset Management - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Expanding its market focus to address real time asset management functions for plant maintenance, Wonderware Corporation has announced MaintenanceSuite, a new integrated suite of plant-centric software applications designed to improve manufacturing productivity and offer rapid r... read article... |
ERP System Stays Alert - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: In response to user requests for a pro-active 'alarm' system, infor:swan have released an Alerts module... MORE INFO: ERP System Stays Alert In response to user requests for a pro-active 'alarm' system, infor:swan have released an Alerts module... Items out-of-stock, custome... read article... |
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ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Back in early 1998 in an article entitled ‘The Year 2000 and Beyond – The need for Agile Software Systems’ I touched on some of the ways available to customise and integrate packaged software to your own internal systems... MORE INFO: The evolution of the Application Integrati... read article... |
Rapid Flexible Reporting Module - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Automsoft International announces the development of RAPID-XL to facilitate people who already work within a Microsoft Excel environment... MORE INFO: Rapid Flexible Reporting Module Automsoft International announces the development of RAPID-XL to facilitate people who alread... read article... |
Guide to Efficient Record Management - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: How and where should information be stored so that organisations can maintain and even improve competitive advantage? MORE INFO: Guide to Efficient Record Management How and where should information be stored so that organisations can maintain and even improve competitive adv... read article... |
Vision Help Line Launched - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: The UK Industrial Vision Association (UKIVA) is delighted to announce that a new 'vision help line' has been launched on 01763 261419... MORE INFO: Vision Help Line Launched The UK Industrial Vision Association (UKIVA) is delighted to announce that a new 'vision help line' ha... read article... |
Management Alerts Panel - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Corporate Financial Systems (CFS) has announced the Management Alerts Panel - Exception Reporting for Business Intelligence... MORE INFO: Management Alerts Panel Corporate Financial Systems (CFS) has announced the Management Alerts Panel - Exception Reporting for Business Int... read article... |
Compliance to 21 CFR Part 11 - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Automsoft International, the maker of RAPID, real time access plant information database has announced details of a major solution for pharmaceutical and FDA regulated companies needing to comply with the FDA21CFR Part 11 standard for Electronic Records and Electronic Signatures... read article... |
Forecast Bundle - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Following its merger with Software Answers, Wizard Information Systems has developed ForecastWizard, which supports best-practice internet enabled collaborative and consensus forecasting by and between managers within an organisation or across a supply chain. .. MORE INFO: For... read article... |
New Software Development Kit - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: The Actional Software Developer Kit (SDK) is designed to allow developers to build robust connectors for the Actional Control Broker (ACB) Integration Platform. The SDK contains the tools and interfaces developers needed to create innovative ACB adapters for their applications. ... read article... |
The Fortetion Programme - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: This new Plant Performance Optimisation (PPO) programme is aimed at helping customers understand and then optimise their facility's performance and is the realisation of improved plant performance through the use of a variety of optimisation techniques... MORE INFO: The Fortet... read article... |
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ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: In October 2000 Garretson of Forrester Research published an article entitled MORE INFO: Towards Supply Network Optimisation: A Consideration Of Business Mechanisms In October 2000 Garretson of Forrester Research published an article entitled Online Supply Chain Realities wh... read article... |
Real-time Connections to Trading Partners - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Ironside Technologies Inc has announced the availability of their Buyer Integrator. This latest addition to the Order Management Suite aims to deliver on the promise of the B2B supply chain by integrating back end IT systems seamlessly in real-time between enterprises and their ... read article... |
Customers Warehousing and Duty Management - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Vastera Inc recently announced the addition of customs warehousing and duty management capabilities within its TradeSphere suite of solutions for Global Trade Management. MORE INFO: Customers Warehousing and Duty Management Vastera Inc recently announced the addition of custo... read article... |
Innovation Award for Haultech - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: HaulTech Computer Systems has carried off the award for Innovation in the prestigious Sentinal Business Awards 2002. MORE INFO: Innovation Award for Haultech HaulTech Computer Systems has carried off the award for Innovation in the prestigious Sentinal Business Awards 2002. ... read article... |
Effective Technology Application within Supply Chain Management - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Much has been written in recent years heralding Supply Chain MORE INFO: Effective Technology Application within Supply Chain Management Much has been written in recent years heralding Supply Chain Management (SCM)and the benefits it can deliver to an organisation. body) This... read article... |
Successful SAP Implementations - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Most SAP implementations struggle to meet time and budget constraints, let alone business benefits. MORE INFO: Successful SAP Implementations Most SAP implementations struggle to meet time and budget constraints, let alone business benefits. Avital pre-requisite for a succes... read article... |
Editorial: Get Value from your SCM Systems - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: There are very significant potential benefits to companies from integrated supply chain management (SCM) systems and from judiciously deployed e-Business software. MORE INFO: Editorial: Get Value from your SCM Systems There are very significant potential benefits to companies... read article... |
Concentrate on Your Core Competencies: Outsource Your Core Incompetencies - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: The UK got into serious exporting from the Industrial Revolution onwards. First it was products, then the machines that they were made on and now, sadly, we have moved on to exporting jobs themselves; not only in manufacturing but increasingly in service industries also. In rece... read article... |
Getting started with RFID; What you need to know and a success story - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: Different industries across the economy have felt the effects of globalisation, increasing oil prices, terrorist attacks, and stiff market competition. In order to become more competitive, companies have had to resort to more dynamic and strategic ways of operating their busines... read article... |
Implementing RFID in your organisation - A roadmap - Computer systems Article ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: If you are hoping that by ignoring RFID it will go away, be careful. A year ago, there was intense activity and interest in the subject. Both Tesco and Metro issued plans to their suppliers about RFID and every other conference was full of case studies. Wal-Mart mandated RFID fo... read article... |
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ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: This article addresses the notion that RFID Radio Frequency Identification Devices – which will be used to track products through their manufacturing and distribution cycles - could also be used within the Supply Chain for other important aspects, for instance forecasting ... read article... |
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