News / Forwarders struggle with tech innovation paradox: they fear it but need it to attract customers

26/08/2016

Logistics providers are looking to leverage innovation to strengthen their competitive position – but they are also fearful of it.

The State of Global Logistics report for 2016, tabled yesterday by Eft (Eyefortransport), shows logistics firms feel threatened by technological innovation, yet are looking to it ...

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Michael White
August 27, 2016 at 3:09 am
Small forwarders are on the verge of new capabilities that will allow them to big players. Technology developments that use cloud-based systems is becoming easier that large companies are not taking advantage of. Messaging in the background will allow for real-time tracking, alerts, paperless processing and electronic partnering with other forwarders around the world. Times are changing and shppers and forwarders are starting to really understand to automate!

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Richard Rendell
September 11, 2016 at 1:56 am
Port of Portland West Coast longshoreman consider unloading bankrupt Hanjin ships for free so North West small business get their cargo.

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