Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Which software & hardware are used in external & internal network


Proxy: computer network service which allows clients to make indirect network connections to other network services
Firewall: a piece of hardware or software put on the network to prevent some communications forbidden by the network policy
Network Address Translator: network service provide as hardware or software that converts internal to external network addresses and vice versa


IT infrastructure of Garments industry


Hardware:
1. System Unit: The "System unit" is the name given to the main PC box which houses the various elements which go together to make up the PC. Within the System unit is the computer system's motherboard, which contains all the main components, such as the CPU. The system unit also houses items such as the hard disc, the floppy disc and the CD ROM drives etc. System units come in two types, the tower version, or a desktop version, which is designed to sit on your desk with your monitor on top of the system unit.
2. The Mouse: The mouse came into common use on a PC with the introduction of the Microsoft Windows operating system.  The operating system (DOS) would normally be controlled via the keyboard.  These days you need to be a competent mouse user.  There are many different types of mouse; the newer types have a small wheel on it which when combined with the correct software allows you fine control over the use of your software.
3. The Keyboard: The keyboard is used to type text and numbers into a word processor, text editor or other program. In a modern computer, the interpretation of key presses is generally left to the software. A keyboard is also used to give commands to the operating system of a computer, such as Windows' Control-Alt-Delete combination, which brings up a task window or shuts down the machine.
4. Tracker Balls: A tracker ball is an alternative to the traditional mouse and is favored by graphic designers.  Give much finer control over the movement of the items on the screen.  They may take a bit of getting used to, but they offer a greater flexibility.  Large tracker balls are common on CAD workstations for easy precision. Before the advent of the touchpad, small trackballs were common on portable computers, where there may be no desk space on which to run a mouse. Some small thumb balls clip onto the side of the keyboard and have integral buttons with the same function as mouse buttons.
6. Hard Disk: The hard disk is typically the fastest and largest in terms of data, for example 40 -80 GB storage device in a PC.  It is the main storage device and is found inside the System Unit.
7. Motherboard: The Motherboard is contained inside your system unit and all the vital computer systems plug directly into the motherboard. The CPU is normally housed on your motherboard along with all other electronic components. Other items such as the hard disc are attached to the system board, either directly or via cables. These boards are getting smaller and smaller as the components become more integrated. If you open up a modern system you will find that it is mainly full of air.

8. Scanners: With a scanner we can scan printed material and convert it into a file format which may be used within the PC.  Scan pictures and then manipulate these inside the PC using a graphics application.  You can scan printed text which can be manipulated and edited within your word processor.  There are a number of specialist programmes called OCR (Optical Character Recognition) programmes which are specifically designed for converting printed text into editable text within your applications.

9. Microphones: A microphone converts the pressure waves caused by sound into vibrations within a coil which transforms the vibrations into electric signals. These electric signals can then be sent by wire or wireless to an amp or mixer of some sort for output to speakers or perhaps a recording device
10. Web Cams: We can now use a small digital movie camera (a web cam) mounted on the PC monitor to allow two way communication involving not just text communication, but sound and video as well.  Yet considered to be a standard piece of PC kit, it probably soon will be.
11. Digital Cameras: A digital camera is used in the same way as a traditional camera, but instead of storing images on rolls of film which have to be developed, the images are stored digitally in memory housed within the camera.  Are easily transferred to your computer, and can then be manipulated within any graphics programmes installed on your PC.
12. Monitor: A modern computer's main way of outputting data is through its monitor. When a user inputs a command via the keyboard, an input device, the computer processes that command and outputs the results via the monitor. Monitors may be CRTs, flat-panel LCD screens or touch screens
13. Printer: Printers produce a physical form of output. Word processed documents or edited photos are made into a hard copy by printing. As computer technology has evolved, so has printer technology. There are four main types of printers: laser, inkjet, dot-matrix and thermal.
14. PLOTTERS: A plotter is a device similar to a printer, but normally allows you to print larger images. They are used widely in the design and research sector.
15. Flate cutting plotter: Servo motor drive system to ensure the high precision, lower noise and high speed. Imported linear guide to ensure smooth and stable running under the high-speed operation. Automatic feed system to make loading paper easier and more convenient driving. Pneumatic Pressure Cutting mode: a constant pressure on large-format cutting, cutting up and down frequency quickly , wider range of cutting material. The traditional electromagnetic plate have the defect. The cutting pressure is not constant and the material thickness is smaller .Ink-jet drawing method to ensure the  high-speed and lower noise. HP-GL language, full support for a variety of apparel CAD software at home and abroad
16. Automatic Gerber spreading machine: it is suitable for all types of fabric and offers multiple functions for fast and easy spreading heights up to 7.9"
17. Automatic Inspection Machine: This piece of equipment adds to Seal and Design’s existing quality arsenal of high end inspection equipment. This equipment allows for the rapid, automated, inspection of o-rings. Seal & Design has the capability of 100% inspect of almost any molded seal. This is often required in automotive or aerospace applications, where dimensional certification is required
18. JUKI Sewing machines with automatic thread trimming and sucking device: it use for sewing garment and after sewing garment the thread will be trimming automated.
19. JUKI Automatic Hemming machine: This Roller Blind Automatic Hemming Machine is a solution to auto weld and make a hem pocket up to the width of 4 meters. Secondly, also be used to join two pieces of blind fabrics
20.  Automatic Non-dust Cloth Slit Cutting Machine With Edge Sealing: cutting without any chopped cloth/scrap, and can edge banding/sealing at the same time. Slitting the fabric as roll the fabric at the same time. The rolls are flat/smooth and firm
21. MHM - Syncro 3000 Rotary Garment Printing: The ultimate in sophistication, combining innovative design along with advanced technology and ease of use, this press will change the way you look at automated Screen Printing Machines forever
22. Routers: A router is a network hardware device that interconnects computer networks. It serves as a kind of gateway, connecting two or more networks and redirecting exchange of data packets between them. For example, a router can be used to connect a user's computer to the Internet via a broadband connection.

23. Punch Card Reader: A punched card reader or just card reader is a computer input device used to read data from punched cards. A card punch is a output device that punches holes in cards under computer control. Sometimes card readers were combined with card punches and, later, other devices to form multifunction machines.








Software:
  1. Word Processing Software: This software enables users to create and edit documents. The most popular examples of this type of software are MS-Word, WordPad and Notepad among other text editors.
  2. Database Software: Database is a structured collection of data. A computer database relies on database software to organize data and enable database users to perform database operations. Database software allows users to store and retrieve data from databases. Examples are Oracle, MSAccess, etc.
  3. Spreadsheet Software: Excel, Lotus 1-2-3 and Apple Numbers are some examples of spreadsheet software. Spreadsheet software allows users to perform calculations using spreadsheets. They simulate paper worksheets by displaying multiple cells that make up a grid.
  4. Presentation Software: The software that is used to display information in the form of a slide show is known as presentation software. This type of software includes three functions, namely, editing that allows insertion and formatting of text, methods to include graphics in the text and a functionality of executing slide shows. Microsoft PowerPoint is the best example of presentation software.
5.      Graphics Programs (pixel-based) : This software allows one to touch up photographs and create graphics from scratch. Exam: Adobe Photoshop, Paint Shop Pro, AppleWorks, MS Works, MS Paint (comes free on Windows PC's), Painter,

6.      Graphics Programs (vector-based) : This software creates graphics that are similar to illustrations or cartoon drawings. Exam: Adobe Illustrator, Corel Draw, AppleWorks, MS Works, MS Word
     7. Communications software - This software allows two computers with modems to                         communicate through audio, video, and/or chat-based means. Exam: MS NetMeeting, AOL Instant Messenger, IRC, ICQ, CU-.
     8. Internet Browsers - This software allows one to surf the Web. Often they can read email and create Web pages too. Exam: Netscape Navigator (or Netscape Communicator), MS Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, etc
9. Systems, Applications and Products” (SAP): SAP is the acronym for Systems, Applications, Products. It is a system that provides users with a soft real time business application. It contains a user interface and is considered extremely flexible. In an SAP audit the two main areas of concern are security and data integrity.
 10. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP): A process by which a company (often a manufacturer) manages and integrates the important parts of its business. An ERP management information system integrates areas such as planning, purchasing, inventory, sales, marketing, finance, human resources, etc
11. Fast React Software: Fast React Systems is a global supplier of Planning, Sourcing and Critical Path Solutions to companies of all sizes involved in domestic and offshore manufacture and product sourcing for the Apparel, Footwear & Textile Industry. Fast React solutions are characterized by their visual appeal, ease of use and rapid implementation and payback. Today Fast React Systems is a global company that develops, markets, installs and supports software in some 36 countries worldwide.
12. General Sewing Data (GSD) Software: GSD is the world's leading methods management system and is a Predetermined Motion Time System (PMTS), designed specifically for the sewn products industry. Its primary function is to rationalize manufacturing methods and to produce an accurate evaluation of the time required to perform a specific task or operation. Without measurement there can be no management, and, whether in design, manufacturing, sub-contract or retail, GSD provides the means to accurately evaluate labor costs prior to committing valuable resources. More than this, it brings about a change in outlook, a commitment to "Best Method" and a real basis for communication - at all organizational levels, even breaking through barriers of language.
13. Kormee software :( Recruiting Solution Provider) is a common network place, which is working like a bridge of communication between intelligences and opportunities
14. Computer Aided Designing ( CAD ): Computer-aided design, or CAD, software is a modeling tool used by architects and engineers to design three-dimensional objects. This software is used to create new products or deepen the understanding of existing products. Although best known for working with shapes, this type of software has all the standard symbols required for technical drawings and schematics. There are four key features to CAD software: functionality, impact on the industry, training, and price.
15. Computer Aided Manufacturing ( CAM ):The system contains fully automatic patterns, formula patterns design, free design Automatic designing / grading / nesting .
 Fully-Automatic Patterns Design Model
, Grading module
 Fully-Automatic Marker making,
 Accu-quote order
, Jindex conversion system

16. Computer Aided Spreading ( CAS ): The Computer Aided Spreading (CAS) consists of a cloth spreader, air floating table and spike cutting tables for stripe fabric

17. PDM Software:

design documentation identification and revision control
  • electronic data library for CAD files
  • physical part attribute records
  • supplier source records
  • bill of materials management
  • engineering change control with workflow
18.PLM Software: Product lifecycle management software improves your time-to-market, product quality, and unit costs by easily sharing and securely managing your product's definition.  
 Identifying parts, qualified supplier parts, and bill of materials content.
·  Managing all product-related documents and files (marketing requirements, design specifications, production instructions and maintenance procedures).
·  Controlling revisions to approved product data using on-line change forms and approval workflow
19.Inventory management Software:
  •  Enjoy real-time, detailed visibility into key inventory control and supply chain management measures, including inventory trends, stock on order, and supplier on-time performance
  • Slash inventory costs by tightening control of stock levels while increasing operational efficiencies
  • Increase product margins by effectively managing pricing based on different types of customers, channels and currencies
20.Warehouse Software:
  • Gain control over inventory replenishment and ensure that you have enough on hand to fill anticipated orders, while keeping excess stock to a minimum
  • Extensive inventory management software features also include bin and lot management, landed cost, demand-based replenishment, customer and volume pricing, multi-location inventory, and more.


21.Supply Chain Management Software:
·  Get complete real-time visibility into demand, supply, costs and fulfillment measures and trends
·  Manage margins with a clear view into inventory costs, turn rates and inventory profitability
·  Eliminate manual inventory management processes and improve vendor satisfaction with a seamless procure-to-pay process
·  Significantly improve your relationships with suppliers, vendors and partners by providing self service and real-time visibility
·  Effectively and efficiently meet customer demand, helping drive and maintain superior customer service levels

















The application software names which are used in garments industry & their uses.



Ø Computer Aided Designing ( CAD ): Enables designers to apply virtually any kind of fabric to a live model, so they can display new designs with their existing models, therefore creating an infinite range of samples.
Example: Garber, lectra
Ø Computer Aided Manufacturing ( CAM ):
                   I.            Automatic designing / grading / nesting
                II.            Fully-Automatic Patterns Design Model
             III.            Fully-Automatic Marker making
Exam: SOPHEEA
Ø Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP):
                   I.            Main function of ERP system and software’s is to provide information updated and on real time .
                II.            It is use for better operational, financial and accounting control over its billing operations and receivables.
Example: Adempiere
Ø  Fast React Software: Planning and coordinating textile production through the various processes of fabric production (knitting/weaving), dye house and numerous finishing operations means that manufacture has to be tightly controlled
Exam: Arel Recipe
Ø Computer Aided Spreading ( CAS ): The Computer Aided Spreading (CAS) consists of a cloth spreader, air floating table and spike cutting tables for stripe fabric
Exam: GERBER & IMA
Ø  PDM Software:
                    I.            Design documentation identification and revision control
                II.            supplier source records
             III.            engineering change control with workflow
Exam: A2000