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Food processors' future is cloudy for Coriolis
Food manufacturers can now access a factory performance software system based in the cloud in a move its creator, food and drink operations consultant Coriolis, describes as a world first.
PLM part of holistic approach for industry
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) is still emerging in food and beverage with growth expected as more firms take a holistic approach, according to the president of CIMdata.
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EU project aims to combine active and intelligent packaging
An EU project is aiming to use active packaging to improve barrier properties and intelligent packaging to give consumers more product quality information.
Cloud technology could fight horse meat-type food fraud
Cloud technology could fight horse meat-type food fraud issues by enhancing traceability, according to specialists in the field JDA.
IT-aided plans for safe food packaging proposed
Researchers have developed a methodology based on software to help with the safety of packaging throughout the supply chain.
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Software aims for private label collaboration
Private label is not a typical client customer relationship, it is a partnership and that’s where Trace One comes in, said Phillippe Auroi, product and market director Europe at the company.
Breakthrough in ADC convertors targets food waste reduction
Researchers have invented cost-effective plastic analog-to-digital converters (ADC) for use in packaging to measure food freshness.
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Datamonitor expert outlines sustainable packaging trends
While cost reduction is fuelling packaging reduction, the high cost of environmentally-friendly packaging relative to oil remains a barrier to widespread adoption by the food industry, according to Datamonitor packaging innovation director Andrew Streeter.
Pregis tech support system aims to maximise efficiency
Pregis has implemented its predictive tech support system to try and prevent downtime before it occurs.
RM Foods boosts profits through new software
US firm RM Foods has boosted profits by cracking down on data accuracy through implementing Sage ERP X3 enterprise resource planning software.
Software delivers fresh produce distributor six figure savings
A UK chilled produce distributor has secured six figure savings annually for the past two years by implementing an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system across the business.
‘That’s intralogistics’: Krones secures stake in specialist Klug
German beverage filling and packaging giant Krones has bought a 26% stake in German intralogistical supplier Klug, and says it will stop supplying such solutions through its loss-making in-house business.
How vulnerable is your supply chain? Food defense, FSMA, Big Brother and virtual ‘hot zones’
Stopping a truly determined bioterrorist - or just a disgruntled employee - from maliciously tampering with a high-profile food brand will always be extremely difficult.
PEPSICO BOOSTS DISTRIBUTION & MERCHANDISING EFFICIENCY
PepsiCo embraces Apple’s ‘game changing’ iPad and iPhone tech
PepsiCo says that its merchandising and distribution efficiency has improved radically since it began using the Apple iPhone and iPad alongside custom software apps specially developed in house.
Imec breakthrough in RFID for thin film
Progress on inexpensive radio frequency identification (RFID) technology has taken a leap forward with the creation of a form of ultra high frequency (UHF) Shottky diode by research institute Imec.
Natural ingredients firm streamlines supply chain
Natural ingredients firm Naturex has streamlined its supply chain by implementing Infor Advanced Planning Software.
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Rockwell drives to protect cash and time
Rockwell Automation is poised to launch more compact, cost-effective electronics solutions that help manufacturers claw back lost downtime and save on space.
Handtmann waste-saving software could save thousands in cash
Handtmann has launched weighing software that could help sausage manufacturers significantly slash food waste and save thousands of euros.
Findus enlists Sofrilog to optimise supply chain
Frozen food firm Findus has implemented several supply chain efficiencies in partnership with logistics service provider Sofrilog.
Food analysis simplified with new software
Thermo Fisher Scientific has launched software for gas and liquid chromatography analysis that simplifies the process and makes it more user-friendly.
