RFID and IT

Maintaining a library of information pertaining to the record of a part as it moves through a supply chain can be a significant challenge, even for smaller companies with relatively simple operations. But a suitable ERP system can provide a logical and appropriate organising framework. Every part number has to …

Interactive exhibition stand demonstrates the future of packaging and processing With this year’s PPMA show being postponed, ABB has created a virtual exhibition stand demonstrating its latest products and solutions for processing and packaging applications. Accessible via bit.ly/ABB_PPMA2020, the stand is built around a panoramic tour that enables you to …

“ ’Renovotec Network Alert’ is our response to network neglect” says Renovotec director Lance Bennett 83% of companies are actively seeking new monitoring solutions Cloud migration, edge computing and rapid supply chain IoT growth increase the problem: IoT endpoints are forecast to reach 5.8 billion this year Subscription service available …

When should leaders invest in homegrown talent or go headhunting? Is there a place in a team for driven but disruptive employees? Is leading with transparency always the right way? These questions and more are tackled by former England football manager Kevin Keegan OBE and BigChange founder Martin Port in …

The shortage of digital talent is a massive challenge for the logistics industry, potentially bigger than the lack of drivers according to the UK head of one of the world’s largest transportation technology platforms. Nick Ghia, General Manager UK at C.H. Robinson, which supports some 119,000 market sector customers and …

LiBiao Robot – the automated robot-based parcel sortation solutions specialist – has announced that it is entering the European market with its ‘Mini Yellow’ range of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). And, in line with the company’s overall global strategy, LiBiao is seeking strategic alliances with distribution partners in the UK, …

P&O Ferrymasters has announced the launch of an advanced track and trace service for its container customers, making it the first major logistics business in Europe to introduce the technology. The service will allow customers to receive real-time updates on the precise location of their goods as they are transported …

Mister Tacho Ltd, the independent transport consultants, have clarified the position regarding WTD (Working Time Directive) regulations and highlighted the benefits of using reliable compliance software to keep operators on the right side of the law. Frank O’Keeffe, Mister Tacho’s Managing Director, advises that failures to comply with legislation regarding …

Scandinavian Cosmetics, the leading distributor of beauty products in Scandinavia, chooses to automate and merge their operations to a new warehouse in Malmö, Sweden, where Element Logic will install the AutoStore solution. As a leading distributor in make-up, fragrance, skin- and hair care, Scandinavian Cosmetics AB represents more than 60 …

From zero-emission vehicles to self-driving trucks, 5G to smart cities, the shape of logistics in the UK is set to transform dramatically in the coming decades. To give delegates an opportunity to hear from thought leaders and experts on some of these critical topics, before the main ITT Hub event …