Drones, once primarily associated with military or recreational use, are poised to revolutionize the freight forwarding industry. As technological advancements continue to push the boundaries of what drones can accomplish, these aerial vehicles are becoming a crucial tool in the logistics supply chain. From enhancing last-mile delivery to optimizing warehouse operations, drones are set to…
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How the use of AI is transforming the transportation and logistics industry
Gartner forecasts that supply chain companies will see a notable rise in machine automation within their operations over the next five years, leading to a surge in online freight forwarding services. Additionally, the use of AI principles and analytics has spurred the growth of IoT in supply chain management. The transportation and logistics industry encompasses…
The importance of freight visibility in the transportation and logistics industry
Freight visibility in the transportation and logistics industry is a process that empowers customers to monitor their cargo at all times during the process of transit. By providing customers with specific details about their ordered products, including delivery timeframes, logistics companies can effectively oversee their orders, enhance daily operations, and prevent customer dissatisfaction. In the…
Tips for independent freight forwarders to get more visitors to their websites
Most independent freight forwarders are still not aware of the potential of a digital marketing strategy to spread the word about their company, find new leads and eventually turn them into returning customers. Logistics companies have finally woken up to the benefits of digital freight forwarding and started focusing on online marketing strategies to grow…
How digitization will help to drive the air freight industry forward
The pandemic along with the surge in e-commerce sales have provided the much-needed boost to the air freight industry that has become the most sought-after mode of fast cargo transportation. The need to ship cargo quickly is primarily driven by customer expectations and the need to send items to their destinations ASAP. Nevertheless, for a…