The use of smart technologies to collect, process, and analyze data related to transport and the supply chain has opened a significant path for automation in the logistics industry. Here, we’ll explain how it works, using a Real-Time Transportation Visibility Platform (RTTVP):
- Automatic Data Collection. Through sensors, IoT (Internet of Things) devices, and tracking systems like GPS, the platform gets real-time information on the location, shipping conditions, and status of products in transit.
- System Integration. The platform connects and unifies data from different systems, providing a comprehensive view of the supply chain. These systems automate data updates without human intervention.
- Processing and Analysis. The platform uses advanced algorithms and artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze real-time data. This includes predicting potential delays, managing routes optimally, or alerting about incidents in the logistics process (such as a detour or an unscheduled stop).
- Alert and Decision Automation. If a problem or potential delay is detected, the platform can automate alerts for the people in charge or make predefined decisions, such as rescheduling routes or assigning additional resources.
- Fluid Communication and Real-Time Updates. Visibility platforms allow all involved parties (drivers, clients, operators, etc.) to receive automatic updates on the status of shipments without manual intervention. This improves communication and facilitates quick and timely decision-making.
- Route and Load Optimization. Using automation, the platform can dynamically adjust delivery routes based on factors like traffic, weather conditions, and resource availability. This optimizes vehicle use and reduces delivery time.
- Automatic Reporting and Analysis. Finally, the platform generates automatic reports on logistics performance, delivery times, SLA (service level agreement) compliance, and other KPIs, providing companies with crucial information for continuous improvement.
In short, automation in these platforms transforms logistics into a more agile, precise, and efficient process, helping companies react faster to any change or unforeseen event. That’s why we believe automation is a key indicator in the supply chain.
En resumen, la automatización en estas plataformas transforma la logística en un proceso más ágil, preciso y eficiente, ayudando a las empresas a reaccionar más rápido ante cualquier cambio o imprevisto; es por esto que creemos que la automatización es el indicador clave en la cadena de suministro.
Our Real-Time Transportation Visibility Platform, Control Track, is designed to revolutionize the supply chain. It’s a world-class, collaborative, agile, easy-to-use tool powered by Artificial Intelligence that supports our clients in providing security, efficiency, innovation, and decision-making based on predictive intelligence. It connects providers, carriers, clients, and other players in a single place, on a single global platform in the palm of your hand.
