Leveraging logistics to forecast trade trends

DHL Global Forwarding top dog Tim Scharwarth has taken time out to advocate the use of big data and predictive analytics in the logistics sector. Mr Scharwarth says utilising these tools can deliver the transparency and predictability global trade needs. And, of course, at the same time he promotes DHL’s recently launched Global Trade Barometer, which shows growth on a very high level, but down slightly compared with previous months. The decline is due to the weakening prospects for German and US trade, which are only partially offset by the improved prospects for Indian trade, it notes. You can see the latest analysis here.