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Key Benefits of Increased Visibility in Last Mile Delivery!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Supply Chain Visibility Has Never Been More Important! Last-mile delivery visibility is key to business success. In fact, 93% of customers say they want to be informed with increased visibility throughout the entire delivery journey, from in-transit status through to final arrival date. Predictive visibility.

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How generative AI will revolutionize supply chainĀ 

IBM Supply Chain Blog

From demand forecasting to route optimization, inventory management and risk mitigation, the applications of generative AI are limitless. Inventory management Generative AI models can continuously generate optimized replenishment plans based on real-time demand signals, supplier lead times and inventory levels.

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How to Choose the Right Last-Mile Delivery Technology for Your Business

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Will my deliveries reach my customers on time? How do I know which route is the shortest and the fastest for my deliveries? Creating something from the ground up also needs time. Purchasing last-mile technology nearly always guarantees faster deployment times and reduced capital expenditure. How do I manage my fleet?

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4 Route Planning Trends and Innovations!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Additionally, Google Maps offers an option for quick reroutes by factoring in accidents and traffic snarl-ups in real-time, making it one of the most efficient tools in route planning. While this trend has been around for some time now, its uptake in 2022 and beyond is likely to rise with the rollout of the 5G network.

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How Analytics Can Cure Supply Chain Woes!

Supply Chain Game Changer

But, in the current international atmosphere of supply chain troubles and widespread shipping congestion, the topic is a timely one. Consider the following real-life applications of how modern businesses employ advanced analytical solutions to navigate the daily challenges of supply chain logistics. Visual Analytics. Visual Analytics.

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Route Planning for Logistics and Distribution!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Route planning for logistics and distribution companies is a type of advanced software application to help optimize transport and delivery operations. Route optimization algorithms calculate the best route according to various real-time data such as traffic updates, vehicle size, and driver schedules.

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3 Ways a TMS Platform Offsets Inflated Shipping Costs

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Using TMS and route optimizers to plan more efficient shipments , a shipper can significantly reduce lead times and shrink dwell times. They also avoid the chronic change orders that are a result of insufficiently robust planning and time consuming manual processes. Finding Capacity.