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Edge Computing in Logistics: Enabling Real-Time Data Processing Closer to Operations

Logistics Viewpoints

As logistics networks become increasingly complex, the volume of real-time data generated by devices, equipment, vehicles, and facilities is growing rapidly. Even with local processing, network variability, particularly in remote warehouses, ports, and along mobile routes, can still cause small but impactful delays.

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Smart and Sustainable Freight: The Role of AI in Green Supply Chain Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

The global freight sector faces growing pressure to balance cost-efficiency with environmental responsibility. With freight transport accounting for a significant share of global emissions, efforts to improve logistics now extend beyond operational metrics to include resilience, regulatory compliance, and climate performance.

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Hybrid IoT Networks: Integrating Multiple Communication Technologies for Seamless Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

In todays hyperconnected supply chain environment, the Internet of Things (IoT) is the operational backbone for visibility, optimization, and automation. Consider these real-world scenarios: A sensor on a shipping container crossing the ocean may require satellite communication until it enters port Wi-Fi coverage.

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How LTE-M and NB-IoT Are Revolutionizing Asset Tracking in Global Supply Chains

Logistics Viewpoints

In the past, tracking a shipping container across continents or monitoring the temperature of a pharmaceutical package in a rural warehouse came with trade-offs: cost, power drain, or unreliable coverage. And that practicality is unlocking a new standard of visibility across logistics networks. This is changing.

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Smart Strategies for Budgeting Freight Fuel Surcharges

GlobalTranz

Keeping shipping costs under control is no small task — and unpredictable freight fuel surcharges make it even tougher. In this blog, we'll walk you through how to calculate fuel surcharges on freight, track pricing trends, audit your shipping bills, and work with the right 3PL partner to keep your costs under control.

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AI in Supply Chain Automation: Procurement to Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

The adoption of AI in supply chain automation is enabling companies to make more accurate decisions, reduce cycle times, and better manage complexity. AI in supply chain automation is gradually reshaping how core functions operate, particularly in procurement, warehousing, and logistics.

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Modern TMS Solutions: Driving Sustainability in Supply Chain Operations

Logistics Viewpoints

Freight transportation makes up over 10% of total global carbon emissions. With rapidly increasing freight demand worldwide, it is expected to become the highest-emitting sector by 2050.1 On the other hand, increased reliance on faster but less eco-friendly modes like air freight during peak seasons could explain carbon increases.