Logistics information technology is the comprehensive application of modern information technology in all aspects of logistics operation. It is the fundamental sign that modern logistics is different from traditional logistics, and it is also the fastest-growing field of logistics technology, especially the extensive application of computer network technology, which makes logistics information technology reach a higher application level.
The development of logistics information technology has also changed the way for enterprises to gain competitive advantage by applying supply chain management. Successful enterprises support their business strategy and choose their business by applying information technology.
Information technology is applied to all aspects of logistics. According to the functions and characteristics of logistics, logistics information technology includes computer technology, network technology, information classification and coding technology, bar code technology, radio frequency identification technology, electronic data exchange technology, global positioning system (GPS), geographic information system (GIS), intelligent technology and so on.
Logistics information technology is an important symbol of logistics modernization and the fastest developing field of logistics technology. From bar code system used for data acquisition to microcomputer and Internet in office automation system, various terminal devices and computer software are developing with each passing day.
At the same time, with the continuous development of logistics information technology, a series of new logistics concepts and new logistics management methods have emerged, which has promoted the reform of logistics. In supply chain management, the development of logistics information technology has also changed the way for enterprises to gain competitive advantage by applying supply chain management. Successful enterprises support their business strategy and choose their business by applying information technology. Using information technology can improve the efficiency of supply chain activities and enhance the management decision-making ability of the whole supply chain.