Manufacturing & Logistics IT Magazine

Provides real-time news and information updated throughout the business day, covering supply chain, manufacturing and logistics technologies for corporate managers and hi-tech professionals.

Volatility in global commodities markets drives spend in risk management IT

This is according to a new report by independent market analyst Datamonitor

Three decades of growth at IBS

To celebrate its Pearl Anniversary, IBS provides a brief history of where it came from and how it has grown

Tough times ahead

ePOD could mean 67% more shoppers go online to buy

Going green in the supply chain

Going green is at the forefront of everyone’s mind and nowhere is this truer than in manufacturing and supply chains

It’s not the time for gesture politics

Federation Warns ISP’s That The Time For Self Regulation Has Come Before The Government Acts

TXT e solutions acquires UK-based company BGM Solutions Ltd

TXT e-solutions has announced the acquisition of BGM Solutions Ltd., a leading UK-based provider of SCM solutions, as part of its strategy to further strengthen its EMEA deployment capabilities network

Four Soft and TAKE Solutions intend to establish Global Leadership in SCM

4S and TAKE Solutions, both providers of IT products and solutions in the Supply Chain Management, have announced their intent to merge

Agility acquires stake in US-based global supply chain company

Agility and Industriaplex Inc., a next generation B2B service provider, have formed a strategic alliance with Agility’s acquisition of a 10.82 percent equity stake in the company

‘End of the IT department' predicted by 2013

The days of the traditional IT department are numbered - that is the stark prediction of Charles Black, CEO of Nasstar

Manhattan Associates appoints director of international communications strategy

New post critical to building brand in Asia-Pacific and to strengthening company's market position in Europe, the Middle East and Africa

30th anniversary of IBS developing and delivering world-class business systems

IBS was formed in Sweden in 1978 and has since grown to become one of the industry’s leading vendors of supply chain management software

How CRM changes people’s jobs on an everyday level

Concentrix has identified 15 key ways in which CRM systems impact on peoples jobs on an everyday level.

LM Logistics completes second phase of Optima WMS implementation

Forwarding, Warehousing and Distribution Group LM Logistics completes second phase of WMS implementation at Felixstowe head office

Aldata wins at European IT Excellence Awards

Best Solution ISV Category, Communications and Mobility

Psion Teklogix – Key appointments announced

Psion Teklogix, the mobile computing and wirelsss data collection solutions specialist, has announced two significant new appointments

Masternaut Three X acquires FibreCity in multi-million pound deal

The UK web-based telematics and mobile solutions company, Masternaut Three X, has acquired FibreCity, the leading-edge ISP based in Aberford, Leeds, in a deal worth GBP 6 million

‘Green’ businesses like Encore Tire Recovery selects RedPrairie solution

RedPrairie Corporation has announced that Encore Tire Recovery, makers of a mobile tire shredding system, has selected RedPrairie’s Fleet Management solution to support their growing business

IBS scoops two firsts

IBS has announced that two of its customers picked up first prize at the IT Europa European IT Excellence Awards held in Frankfurt on February 7, 2008

Nominate a woman who inspires you today

The 'everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards' 2008 are now open for entries

Quantum EDS becomes UK’s sole distributor for ‘unique e-collaborative toolset’

Engineering design company, Quantum EDS has signed an exclusive agreement with Adeon Technologies BV to distribute its project content management and e-collaboration system, CXInsight

Sarah Dheedene joins Zetes

Zetes has appointed Sarah Dheedene as its Corporate PR Manager

Isotrak partners Enterprise Software in 'ultimate' logistics solution

At Logistics Link South 2008, Isotrak and Enterprise Software announced they have joined forces to create Transcend, the first fully integrated, real-time "orders to cash" transport management solution for the logistics and transport industry.

Manufacturers battle with 'financial fault lines' as business climate changes

Survey uncovers financial integrity threatened by change

Quartix takes the next step forward with Bank of Scotland

Quartix has announced a partnership with Bank of Scotland Corporate which will see the Bank making a substantial investment in the business

Psion Teklogix's New I-Serv Global Service Programme

New service simplifies customer support and reduces total cost of ownership of Psion Teklogix' line of rugged mobile computers

Are you a bit vague about EDI?

A series of free podcasts has come to the aid of Finance and IT managers who are a bit rusty on the latest initiatives in electronic data integration

Manhattan Associates announces Manhattan SCOPE

Optimising supply chains from planning through to execution

Preactor surpasses previous year’s record figures & set for ongoing success in 2008 and beyond

Preactor International, a leading independent specialist planning and scheduling software company, has reported a string of record figures for 2007

U.K. Catalyst employees join CDC Software office following acquisition

Move will enhance integration of the teams and will allow significant cross-selling opportunities

EMS merges with Datalogic Automation

Datalogic Automation has announced that the Escort Memory Systems Americas’ organisation was successfully merged into Datalogic Automation, Inc.’s offices in Hebron, Kentucky.

BT are looking for feedback about Asset Management, read on to find out what's in it for you!

BT is keen to talk to people with an Asset Management/ Logistics role in their organisation, so they can draw on your expertise to help shape BT’s Asset Management strategy going forward

Datalogic exceeds €403 Million sales revenues

Datalogic consolidated revenues of € 403 million (mn) for the twelve months of 2007

Honeywell Completes Acquisition of HHP

Honeywell recently announced it has completed the acquisition of Hand Held Products, Inc. for approximately $390 million

RedPrairie Highest Ranking Workforce and Execution Management Solution Provider

RedPrairie Named a Top Retail Software Provider in RIS News’ Annual Leaderboard Rankings

Psion Teklogix signs Varlink

As part of a major overhaul of its UK channel strategy, Psion Teklogix UK has appointed York-based Varlink as distributor for its range of mobile terminals.

DHL and Walgreens To Partner

Agreement Is a Major Step in DHL’s Retail Strategy to Reach Small and Mid Size Businesses as Well as Consumers

Agility enhances North African and European presence with the Medgroup acquisitions

Medorient Algeria, Medorient France and Med-Logistics UK part of Agility’s growing global network

Manufacturing steps down a gear

Further evidence of a slowdown in the economy was revealed in the latest snapshot of the manufacturing sector from the CBI

SYSPRO furnishes Stuart Jones with the ideal sales order management solution

Bedroom furniture specialist Stuart Jones has selected SYSPRO ERP from leading enterprise software company K3 Business Technology Group

Swisslog awarded major order by dm-drogerie markt

One of the most modern logistics facilities in Europe to be built for MEUR 130

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service chooses Command Support System From VectorCommand

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service has chosen VectorCommand's cutting edge Command Support System as the command and control system for managing its new incident command vehicles and fire appliance fleet.

Survey reveals European businesses speak different languages for exchanging supply chain data

Sterling Commerce survey highlights data integration challenges leading to poor automation and missed business opportunities

Now DVLA loses public data

Lessons must be learned and fast, says SafeBoot

Intermec appoints Ian George as EMEA Channel Director

Successful UK country manager promoted to overhaul Intermec's EMEA sales channel

Search begins for Employer of the Year

LSC launches fifth annual Apprenticeship Awards as government calls for 500,000 new Apprenticeships places by 2020

Countdown for safety awards

The countdown has begun for entries for the RoSPA Occupational Health and Safety Awards, which honoured around 130 manufacturing and engineering services companies among its record 1,400 winners last year.

Expected slowdown in manufacturing sector doesn’t hold back prices

Demand for manufactured goods has remained steady but prices are set to rise in the next three months

Microlise Appoints New Director

Microlise has appointed Jackie Mitchell as Director of Customer Advocacy

RoHS and WEEE could hit businesses hard

Under WEEE and RoHS Directives, businesses falling short of the standards could face unlimited fines

IT graduates still in demand

www.itjobsforgraduates.com reveals results of recent survey

Handheld signs agreement with SJ

Handheld Scandinavia AB has signed an agreement with SJ (Swedish Rail) regarding the delivery of mobile computers for all of SJ´s train conductors

Zetes says UK companies slow to adopt voice technologies

According to Zetes, UK companies are being uncharacteristically slow to adopt voice-based technologies in their distribution centres compared with the rest of continental Europe

4S further strengthens its presence in Netherlands

Four Soft has signed a contract with Midl Integrated Logistics B.V. Nijmegen to implement its world class web centric warehouse solution 4S eLog.

Intermec i-comm 2008 connects customers, partners and developers

Premier business and technology conference unites attendees with new technologies, company strategy and real-world supply chain experience

Intermec CN3 tracks charity bike ride

A Codegate employee has recently completed a 185 mile charity bike ride from London to Paris using an Intermec CN3 with integrated GPS to enable followers to track his progress online.

HazChem Network Named Britain’s Digital Elite

HazChem Hazardous Chemical Network Named as One of Britain’s Digital Elite for use of Deltion’s CarrierNetOnline Service

GS1 UK launches Test Centre to provide real-world RFID experience

Christian Salvesen, Carphone Warehouse & AESSEAL see benefits in the Centre

Microlise December Webinars

Microlise free webinars can show you how to improve your operations, increase customer satisfaction, save money and beat the competition

Codegate acquires i2MS

Mobile data solutions specialist Codegate has acquired i2 Mobile Solutions Ltd

MyMobileSatNav – bringing SatNav to the mobile masses

SatNav, the ultimate aid to mobility, is itself becoming truly mobile

New President of Wonderware appointed

British engineering firm Invensys plc. has announced that Sudipta Bhattacharya was taking on a new role within the organisation as president of the Wonderware business unit of Invensys.

Bigger and Better - 'SWS for WMS' out now

New expanded edition "Selecting Warehouse Software from WMS & ERP Provider" covers selection and implementation of new warehouse management software

BlueStar distributes the LXE HX2 Rugged Wearable Computer

BlueStar has announced that it is to distribute the LXE HX2 Rugged Wearable Computer for warehouse applications

Report Highlights QAD for Delivering Strong Overall Licensing and Pricing Strategy

QAD, Inc. has announced that Forrester Research cited QAD as a leader in Enterprise Apps SLP and strong performer in Enterprise Apps SLP

Dataupia conducts operational BI benchmark

Dataupia Satori Server excels at supporting high number of users, data loading, data availability and data centre efficiency

Microlise can help your fleet save fuel

Increased world demand for oil coupled with the introduction of higher duty rates has continued to push up prices for bulk diesel fuel contracts to over 82 pence per litre and some pump prices to over £1.

Honeywell announces agreement to acquire Hand Held Products

Honeywell has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Hand Held Products Inc., the privately held Automatic Identification and Data Collection (AIDC) company based in Skaneateles Falls, N.Y., for approximately $390 million.

British office workers print up to 120 billion pages every year

New research from Fujitsu Siemens Computers reveals that British offices are responsible for printing the equivalent of a paper mountain over 8,000 miles high, every year!

Datalogic’s new website secures second place at “eContent Award Italy”

The new Datalogic website has secured second place at “eContent Award Italy” in the E-business category.

Free productivity software, IBM Lotus Symphony, a huge success

IBM has announced that Lotus Symphony, IBM's new, free office productivity software, has been downloaded by more than 100,000 registered business and consumer users in its first week!

IBM expands software line for SMEs

IBM has announced new software and resources to help mid-sized customers more effectively manage the quality of their software and network infrastructures, just like their counterparts in large enterprises.

UnIQue ID wins contract to supply Dolphin 7900 GPS mobile computers to premier UK delivery network

UnIQue ID has signed a contract to supply Dolphin 7900 mobile computers with integrated GPS from Hand Held Products to ByBox, the UK’s premier in-night delivery network.

Arcom encompasses Eurotech’s vision

After 18 months as part of the Eurotech Group, Arcom is renaming to Eurotech Limited.

UK lags in European supply chain for achieving ‘Perfect Order’, reveals Sterling Commerce research

Sterling Commerce, an AT&T Inc. subsidiary has announced the results of a survey of European IT managers.

RedPrairie expands in China

RedPrairie, a world leading consumer driven optimisation company, has expanded its operations in China and opened bigger offices in Shanghai.

Parity Corporation strengthens consulting team with key new hire

Parity Corporation, a leading provider of food and beverage manufacturing software and services, has expanded its Consulting Division with the recent hiring of Kyle Stemmer.

More comprehensive business information key for manufacturing sector

The latest Business Failures Report from Equifax, the business information specialist, reveals that businesses in the manufacturing sector have seen a 10.9% drop in failures in Quarter 2.

Sage launches Human Resources software in the UK

Business management software provider Sage (UK) Ltd. has announced the launch of its new HR Software, Sage 50 HR 2007.

Australia's IT industry – ‘top 3 in the Asia-Pacific and top 5 in the world’

Australia's IT industry is among the most competitive in the world, according to a new report from the Economist Intelligence Unit

Hurst launches 'missing link' in supplier chain

Companies with critical reliance on the strength of their key supply chain providers often ignore one crucial key performance indicator - financial standing.

Manufacturing demand strong as higher interest rates making their presence felt

Demand for manufactured goods remains high, but firms' expectations for output growth are noticeably weaker than they were in the first half of 2007, according to the CBI's August Industrial Trends Survey.

Kaseya Offer Free Seminars for IT Service Providers

Steps to improve customer satisfaction, engineer utilisation and beat your competition

Datalogic S.p.A. announces commenced enforcement of the favorable patent infringement judgment in Germany against Sick AG.

Datalogic S.p.A. informs that it has commenced preliminary enforcement of the favorable first instance patent infringement judgment handed down in Germany against Sick AG, Datalogic’s most important competitor in the field of unattended scanning systems.

Cameron gets Psion’s vote

Psion Teklogix (UK) Ltd, the portable data capture, RFID and voice picking systems specialist, has appointed Martin Cameron as its new territory manager for Scotland and the North East of England.

CIPHERLAB UK APPOINTS NEW SALES & MARKETING MANAGER

CipherLab, a leading manufacturer of Automated Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) hardware, has announced the appointment of Richard Coglin as its new Sales & Marketing Manager for the UK.

Hand Held Products expands EMEA sales organisation

Hand Held Products, a leader in image-based data collection, has appointed three new sales managers for the EMEA Imaging Systems division, which includes handheld scanners, image engines and verification systems.

Third-party survey reveals increased need for email archiving solutions

Corporate Email Data Left Vulnerable, Uncaptured among Companies with Mobile Employees

Positive outlook for Belgravium Technologies

The reported upturn in Belgravium Technologies incoming order rate, which saw excellent figures posted for 2006, sees no sign of abating.

Aldon appoints Nordic distributor

Aldon, a leading provider of process-driven Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) solutions, has appointed Danish consultancy and software company SOSY as its distributor for the Nordic region.

INFOR HANDED AWARD FROM HYSEA

Infor receives honour for highest quality standard from Hyderabad Software Exports Association

IBS announces global commitment and new VP for paper industry

In line with its strategy to focus on specific global industries, IBS has appointed Simon Shorthose to the position of Vice President of Paper Industry.

Xerox announces winner of MFP University Challenge

Xerox has announced the winner of its ‘Creating Your New Workplace’ University Challenge, an initiative to inspire the next generation of visionaries born since 1980 – the Millennials – to produce concepts and applications for the multifunction device (MFP) in the modern workplace.

Retail Assist and Merret to join forces

Retail-only solution and service provider, Retail Assist, has announced that it will acquire award-winning supply chain software provider, Merret, on 1st August 2007.

Sterling Commerce survey reveals that UK companies significantly trail Europe on IT process integration

Sterling Commerce, an AT&T Inc. subsidiary, has announced the results of a European survey of 374 IT managers in the UK, France and Germany.

Xerox invents powerful next-generation content discovery software

Researchers at Xerox have developed next-generation content discovery software powerful enough to sift through almost any electronic data source, regardless of the language, location, format or type of document.

Codegate appoints new Director of Sales

Mobile data solutions specialist Codegate has appointed Andrew Ward as its new Director of Sales.

UK manufacturing sector squanders £14 million a year on poor IT financing deals

12 pence in every £1 borrowed to finance IT purchases & leases is needlessly wasted on admin costs, charges and inflated interest rates

Almost half of European IT managers admit that a lack of IT process integration limits their ability to compete

At the Gartner Application Integration and Web Services Summit, Sterling Commerce, has announced the results of a European survey of 374 IT managers

Dexia Ticket Shop : a ‘unique concept’ in the world of banking, thanks to the 1-2-3 Self-Ticketing solution from Zetes FasTrace

Since the beginning of this month, Dexia Bank customers have had an easy and money-saving way of buying tickets for various festivals, events and theme parks in Belgium

Ryzex Offers Competitive Finance Rates with GE Capital Solutions

Technology services company Ryzex PLC has formed a partnership with GE - Capital Solutions

Anglia named as finalist for Microsoft Partner of the Year Award

Anglia Business Solutions counted among top finalists for the 2007 Microsoft Partner of the Year Award in Microsoft Dynamics NAV

62% OF UK RETAIL, DISTRIBUTION AND TRANSPORT ORGANISATIONS LIMITED BY POOR DATA WAREHOUSE PERFORMANCE

Independent Survey Shows Users in the Retail, Distribution and Transport Industries Cannot Maximise Database Capabilities

Ubisense receives European Auto ID Award 2007

Ubisense has won the European Auto ID Award 2007 in the category "Innovative Company".

Decision time for mobile operators faced with declining spend, says Analysys

Mobile operators may experience substantial decline in ARPU in developed countries, as voice prices decrease, non-voice services fail to capture consumers’ interest, and mobile phones lose their fashionable image, according to a forthcoming report

Microsoft Positioned to Beat Blackberry and Symbian at High-End Enterprise Mobile

Consulting firm BRC, which analyses enterprise networking markets, has published a report revealing how Microsoft Windows Mobile is poised to win high end enterprise mobile customers from Blackberry and Symbian.

Catalyst’s Nigel Davies elected Chairman of Open Applications Group, Inc.

Senior VP of Supply Chain Solutions continues worldwide adoption of OAGi standard

Agility acquires leading ocean freight forwarder in South China

Agility has strengthened its presence in China through the acquisition of Guangzhou Runtong International Transportation Company Limited (GRITCL), which is primarily focused on ocean freight forwarding services in Guangdong.

CATALYST INTERNATIONAL APPOINTS JOHN CARROLL AS MANAGING CONSULTANT

Catalyst International, a global provider of supply chain execution solutions, has announced the UK appointment of John Carroll as Managing Consultant.

SYSPRO ERP selected as a finalist for "Outstanding Software" award

K3 McGuffie Brunton's SYSPRO ERP software has been placed as a finalist in the AeA High Tech Innovation Awards for "Outstanding Software."

Agility Acquisition Strengthens Network in Australia & NZ

Agility has signed an agreement to acquire leading freight forwarder, LEP International Pty Ltd

INFOR customer TURKCELL HONOURED WITH Gartner CRM Excellence Award 2007

Infor CRM Epiphany Helps Leading European Mobile Operator To Increase Customer Satisfaction, Retention and Inbound Query Resolution

The RFID Centre grows to include Wireless & Mobility solution demonstrations

Launch of ‘Introduction to Wireless & Mobility’: Executive Briefings

JF HILLEBRAND REWARDS EFFECTIVE SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Highlighting the importance of effective supply chain management in the beverage industry, JF Hillebrand Supply Chain Management has launched the Supply Chain Partner of the Year Award

Microlise selected as finalist in IBM PartnerWorld Beacon Awards

Microlise has been selected from over 650 entries as a finalist in the prestigious IBM Beacon Awards in the category of Global Solution - Best Industry Solution.

Metrologic Names Darius Adamczyk As New Chief Executive Officer

Metrologic Instruments, Inc., announced today its board of directors has named Darius Adamczyk to succeed company founder C. Harry Knowles as CEO of one of the world’s leading developers of data capture and collection devices.

VOCOLLECT APPOINTS BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER FOR UK, IRELAND AND SOUTH AFRICA

Vocollect, a leader in Voice-Directed Work, has announced the appointment of Anton du Preez as business development manager UK, Ireland and South Africa for Vocollect EMEA.

Enabler Wipro and IntelliQ join forces to tackle retail loss

Enabler Wipro and IntelliQ have formed an alliance to assist retailers to focus on all business areas to prevent loss due to fraud, theft, and non-complying procedures as well as improve operational efficiency.

The self-diagnosing computer that learns from its mistakes

Engineers at Swansea University have developed software that enables computers to learn from their mistakes

BAKKAVOR CHOOSES WAX DIGITAL FOR EPROCUREMENT

Wax Digital has been selected by Bakkavor, the UK's leading fresh prepared foods and produce company, to implement an eProcurement system to support over 400 users at 21 businesses across the UK.

Nomad Digital Acquires QinetiQ Rail

Nomad Continues Rapid Expansion as a Leading Player in the Provision of Mobile Wireless Technology Across the Rail Industry

PRISYMID EXPANDS ITS GLOBAL PRESENCE WITH NEW MOROCCO OFFICE

As part of its ongoing global expansion programme, labelling specialist PRISYMID is opening a new facility in Morocco to meet the needs of its growing customer base in the apparel and retail industries.

Datalogic backs NSPCC in major sponsorship deal

Datalogic, a leader in the Hand-Held Readers market, has become a NSPCC National Partner, by which Datalogic commits to raising a minimum of £25,000 on behalf of the NSPCC in 2007.

FrontRange Solutions Introduces GoldMine Enterprise Edition

Delivers comprehensive, holistic view of customer information in a feature-rich solution designed for cost-effective, quick deployment

WESTERN DIGITAL APPOINTS PETER EDINGER VP of EMEA SALES

Western Digital Corp. has announced that Peter Edinger (pictured) has joined the company as vice president of sales for Europe, Middle East & Africa. Reporting to Scott Davis, vice president worldwide sales.

Wonderware and Pantek cement long term relationship with new contract

Pantek and Wonderware with over 15 years of successful joint trading have signed a new distribution agreement.

Epicor|CRS and RSA Team to Provide Retailers with Point-of Sale Solutions with Integrated Enterprise Data Protection and Key Management Capabilities

Strategic Technology Alliance Joins Leading Retail Point-of-Sale Vendor with the Premier Provider of Security Solutions for Business Acceleration

LXE Appoints Ryzex as UK’s First Authorised Repair Centre

Ryzex, a leading supplier of new and refurbished data collection hardware and services, has been appointed by LXE as its first Authorised Repair Centre in the UK

Major US IT Company Opens European HQ in Sheffield

Junction Solutions, the $27 million turnover Chicago-based IT company, has opened its first European office in Sheffield from where it intends to develop a European customer base.

RedPrairie VAR appointment

RedPrairie has announced that they have appointed Avant-Garde Communications (AgCom) as the RedPrairie Value Added Reseller

Exel expands China operation

Exel Computer Systems plc is please to announce a significant new order for Exel’s China Office.

DATA CENTRE OFFSHORING TO DRAMATICALLY RISE IN NEXT FIVE YEARS

40% of organisations are risking their corporate information by having their data centres located nearby.

Iriba to sell IBS integration solutions

IBS Finland has signed a business partner distribution agreement concerning IBS products with Finnish Iriba.

A little bit of computing history flops into the past

IT REVOLUTIONISED home computing, became an everyday icon of the late 20th century and inspired the design for the best-selling 12in single of all time.

We test drive Microsofts Vista operating system

Microsoft launches its new operating system, Windows Vista, on Tuesday, promising "the wow starts now" but we give your our impression.

Aldata wins major retail contract in India

Aldata has won a contract to provide a complete software solution to Apollo Pharmacies, the largest integrated healthcare company in India.

Hands-on design projects reinforce classroom concepts, fuel interest in technology careers

Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy Uses PTC Pro/ENGINEER® To Create LEGO® MINDSTORMS® Robots For Use By Students Across The Globe

Global IT Profession Comes Nearer

The British Computer Society’s Professionalism in IT programme, which is endeavouring to place chartered status at the core of the IT profession, has now adopted a global dimension.

Infor enhances ERP functionality for discrete manufacturers

Infor ERP LN Feature Pack 3 delivers new features and improvements to increase visibility across operations; eases point-to-point integration of additional ERP solutions

SAP customers benefit from integration of PLM into business processes

Stilo International has signed a partnership agreement with Seal Systems

Zebra Technologies to enter active RFID with acquisition of WhereNet

Zebra Technologies Corporation has agreed to acquire all of the shares of WhereNet, a leading global provider of active radio frequency identification (RFID) based wireless solutions to track and manage enterprise assets, for $126 million in cash.

LDA enchance equipment recycling

London Development Agency to 'enhance' the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment

Voxware forms alliance with Paragon Technologies

Voxware has signed a value-added reseller agreement with Paragon Technologies, supplier of ‘smart’ material handling systems and ‘software-driven’ warehouse and distribution centre solutions.

Witron: 10 years in UK

On 24th July 1996 Witron Engineering B.V. – subsidiary of the Bavarian based systems integrator Witron Logistik + Informatik GmbH – registered its branch office in UK

SAGE ACQUIRES UK MERCHANT SERVICES PROVIDER, PROTX, FOR A CONSIDERATION OF £20 MILLION

The Sage Group ("Sage"), a leading international supplier of business management software solutions, announces the acquisition of Protx Group Ltd ("Protx") from its shareholders for £20 million, paid in cash

CIPS buys into life-long learning

'Life-long learning' for business professionals is becoming easier and more cost-effective to deliver thanks to burgeoning content management technology.

Sage Invests in Immediacy for Web 2.0

Replaces previous content management system with Immediacy CMS

THE BUSINESS BENEFITS OF IT STILL NOT BEING DELIVERED

Companies are failing to capitalise on the business benefits from IT projects - and have made little progress in this area in the last 10 years.

Bill Harrison will steer leading supply chain software company

Demand Management, Inc., a global resource for managing the supply chain, announced today Bill Harrison has joined the company as president.

BDE GROUP ACQUIRES THE SYSTEMS PRACTICE PLC

Integrated business systems for SME's and mid-market businesses

IBM and IET launch new scheme to ensure standards within the IT industry

Europe’s biggest engineering society The Institution of Engineering and Technology and IBM have today launched a unique professional development scheme to benchmark standards in the IT industry.

QAD Acquires Precision Software

Combination Creates Global Strength in Transportation Management Systems

Psion Teklogix appoints BEC (Systems Integration) Ltd as new Premier Partner in Auto ID

Psion Teklogix, a global leader in mobile computing, today announces that BEC (Systems Integration) Ltd, specialists in data capture and RFID, have been selected to join its exclusive Premier Partnership programme.