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Now that ERP is widespread, new generations of information technology are cropping up to address specific concerns. We'll let you know the latest programs in this section.
IT Helps Firms Go Green, Save Money
Solutions are becoming integral to manufacturers' efforts to comply with regulations, reduce carbon footprints.

Patrick Penfield recalls the days in manufacturing when servers were so large that one server occupied an entire room. Now Penfield, who spent more than 15 years working in supply chain management for companies such as Johnson & Johnson and Philips Electronics before becoming an assistant professor of supply chain management in Syracuse University's Whitman School of Management, marvels at the "miniaturization of equipment" that has taken place.

"Nowadays you can get a server that looks like a personal computer," Penfield says. "It's amazing how much less energy they use while providing so much more functionality than the equipment of the past."

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Info Technology Articles & News
A Strong Measurement for Greenhouse Gas Reductions

Autodesk introduces the Corporate Finance Approach to Climate-Stabilizing Targets.

High-Tech Manufacturer Builds MES -- Driving Quality and Yield Improvements

MES-based program provides tip-to-stern, supply-chain integration resulting in materials and productivity savings

Majority of Manufacturers View IT as Critical to Business Operations

One in five respondents to a recent survey indicates that current systems are not meeting operational and process improvement needs.

Harris Corp.: IT for the Battlefield and Beyond

Technology deals aimed at expanding health care and defense offerings

Chinese Policies Continue to Undermine U.S. Manufacturing Sector

The latest report from a Congressional panel warns against Chinese trade, cyber activities.

The Leading Edge: Manufacturing Technologies to Watch

Innovations are being driven by globalization, as devices are growing smaller, smarter and more connected.

Green Shoots for U.S. Manufacturing Technology Consumption?

September's purchase of manufacturing technology and equipment was up 17.8% from August.

Get More from Your SCM System

For perhaps too many manufacturers, supply chain management software is an underutilized resource.

Top 10 IT Strategies for 2010

Cloud computing, advanced analytics and flash memory will be among the IT concepts on the radar of many companies in 2009.

Improved Sourcing Capabilities for Manufacturers

MFG.com unveils new global web platform