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Lecturte Logistics management - Chapter: Information and communication technology (ICT) in logistics. At the end of this lecture, students should be able to know the importance of ICT in logistics management, know the ICT devices use in Logistics management. | Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Logistics At the end of this lecture, students should be able to Know the importance of ICT in logistics management Know the ICT devices use in Logistics management Learning Outcomes Uses Information and communication systems may: aid the decision making process help to monitor and control operations create simulated systems store and process data and aid communication between individuals, companies and machines. ICT in Logistics Satellite communication Mobile data EDI Bar codes RFID Satellite communication The ability to send and receive data via the satellite system has dramatically improved the ability of logistics managers to manage their operations and assets wherever they may be located. Satellite communication Communication anywhere: Where there are no mobile or fixed line telephone facilities, it is possible to use satellite telephones. Tracking: Mobile assets such as roads, vehicles, ships and containers may be tracked through the use of satellites. Mobile Devices and data Almost all individuals involved in logistics carry some sort of mobile device This has helped mobile staff stay in contact with their base offices wherever there is network coverage. For instance. Many delivery drivers carry ruggedized mobile devices that allow customers to sign electronically for the receipt of their goods. These devices then update the company system with the information that the delivery has been made. For instance. Many courier companies allow their customers access to their consignment tracking systems via the internet so that they may check the progress of urgent consignments. Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) EDI has been defined as: computer to computer exchange of structural data for automatic processing. EDI is used by supply chain partners to exchange essential information necessary for effective running of their business. The structural links are usually set up between organisations that have long term . | Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Logistics At the end of this lecture, students should be able to Know the importance of ICT in logistics management Know the ICT devices use in Logistics management Learning Outcomes Uses Information and communication systems may: aid the decision making process help to monitor and control operations create simulated systems store and process data and aid communication between individuals, companies and machines. ICT in Logistics Satellite communication Mobile data EDI Bar codes RFID Satellite communication The ability to send and receive data via the satellite system has dramatically improved the ability of logistics managers to manage their operations and assets wherever they may be located. Satellite communication Communication anywhere: Where there are no mobile or fixed line telephone facilities, it is possible to use satellite telephones. Tracking: Mobile assets such as roads, vehicles, ships and containers may be tracked .
