How Technology is Revamping the Nature and Extent of Logistics across the Globe
The era of warehousing is experiencing a paradigm shift with the evolution of technology and revolving the way the world is conducting business. Currently, people are getting accustomed to online business with immediate access at the palm of our fingertips.
The changing delivery system has made it possible to receive all your orders in less than an hour from where you live. The increase in productivity has been associated with the advancing technology taking place in supply chains.
Some of effects caused by the evolution includes reduced errors in business and the minimized costs. The logistics industry has gained substantially from the advancements in technology. Ranging from trucking transportation, supply chain management, international transportation, and shipment tracking.
The logistic industry has adopted various technological advancements to aid in service delivery, here are some major areas which have been adopted
Shipment Tracking Systems
In the old days, clients used to make phone calls for accessing information related to their orders and delivery dates. The advancements in software and internet has necessitated for clients to gain access to information regarding the tracking systems and information related to the shipment 24/7.
Clients end up saving on time and money, and also benefit from the improved user experience. The management and monitoring of shipment details are further eased with the tailored tracking systems for clients. It includes shipment notifications and messages, customer accounts and customized reporting with information particular to the cargo destined to the firm.
IoT and RFID
The in-built Wi-Fi capabilities makes it easier to access through the Internet of Things which connects everyone to everything. The addition of the new technology has opened many opportunities in supply chain which has led to reducing in costs and risks.
There are installed sensors which are built into ships, trains and cabs with are connected to an alarm system or dispatcher. This allows for the easy tracking and monitoring of the packages. The sensor transmit the information to the firm which helps in gaining insights in the risks and knowledge gap.
IoT remains a familiar concept which has been utilized in the technological world for some time. This is further revolutionizing the future of logistics with the impact created. This calls for the accurate visibility of in transit delivery of goods.
Many firms have been applying the concepts used in RFID for some time. This has made it easier especially when it comes to tracking of inventories while saving the labor-intensive nature of most firms.
Tags are usually placed on the order of the clients where radio waves are sent. The information is received and further processed by the firm regarding the orders that are in transit.
