5G in transport and logistics: Opportunities for the future
In many places, the transport and logistics industry has reached a point where the focus on previous technologies and human actors is increasingly becoming a limiting factor instead of an important enabler of processes. A (very recent) example is the situation in Great Britain. At the time of writing, the decision had just been made […]
4 ways e-commerce can help deliver green innovation
A pandemic-induced surge in online purchases has forced parcel and postal carriers to rapidly increase their delivery services. Companies such as DHL announced record growth during 2020, as well as new operational hubs, depots and staff to support demand. And there are strong demands. Consumers want to decide for themselves where, when and how a […]
Why B-I-R-D is helping you to improve your supply chain
3 ways advanced circuit boards are revolutionising your supply chain
In modern logistics industries, having a firm grasp on the big picture of operations is more important than ever before. This essentially reiterates what was discussed in our piece on ‘Transport Logistics’ earlier this year, wherein the benefits of good planning were the key point. The more thorough and comprehensive your plans for operations are, the […]
How cloud computing is shaping the future of the logistics industry
With cloud computing, companies in various industries can leverage technology as a way to keep, share, and secure information and data. Data is a priceless asset in logistics, especially nowadays, wherein it’s imperative to have access to actual data for decision making. Utilizing cloud computing is an excellent way to manage such a critical asset. […]
How focusing on your digital platforms can help improve your transport company
Clearly, digital is the way to go. So, this means you will have to focus on your company’s digital platforms to make your business more efficient and accessible, as you will see below. Improved Tracking Digitalisation has improved fleet tracking, but the availability of modern tracking platforms means there is plenty of room for improvement. […]
Dispersion of prices from a Data/AI perspective
A rather bold statement, wouldn’t you agree? Bear with us and let’s think about what that means for Saloodo! price predictions. Those are – in the end – indeed numerical estimates, and we are indeed bean counters. Nevertheless, we agree with the statement! The (data-) science is not in the estimation of the exact price […]
Digitalisation: Milestone for freight forwarders within reach
The new legislation will oblige the authorities of the EU member states to accept electronic proof of compliance with a number of EU rules for road freight transport. It establishes a harmonised framework for the transition from paper documents to electronic information and at the same time sets out interoperability rules for digital platform service […]
3 sustainable changes to make to your logistic operations (and how to make them)
One area where significant changes can be made for businesses is within your company’s logistics – and in today’s post, we’ll show you how. Offering a number of ideas on how you can take the right steps towards creating a logistic strategy that not only reduces your environmental impacts, but also drives growth and reduces […]
Logistics 4.0: The digitalization of logistics creates new opportunities
The term “Logistics 4.0” describes in a broader sense the effects of Industry 4.0 on the field of transport and logistics. It also deals with the support and co-design of digitalization and automation through cross-company and cross-functional coordination tasks of logistics. Logistics 4.0 in the narrower sense means the networking and integration of logistical processes […]
