February - 20196 logisticstechoutlook.comLinda James Managing Editoreditor@logisticstechoutlook.comA decade ago, management of devices, which are a part of logistics network, could have been the conundrum due to no role play of internet. Today, internet not just became an additional dimension in connecting and monitoring devices but also brought a sea of change in the way a process is defined, designed, and exercised. With a connection to the internet, businesses can fetch information and keep vigil on logistics process after analyzing a gamut of parameters. Known as IoT, decision makers leverage it to have now real-time insights about the performance of their supply chains. Solving any technical hindrance is just at the click of the button. When coalesced with blockchain, logistics operations transcend to a plane of transparency and efficiency. Every shipment can be tracked without human efforts and credit goes to open, distributed ledger technology. Additionally, enterprises are reducing the reliance on human efforts in handling goods and shipments. To be more competitive, logistics companies are now harping on artificial intelligence (AI) to decipher patterns, trends in the demands of goods and subsequently formulate market-oriented business strategies. Equipped with insights, taking business decisions becomes a simpler task. To sum up, logistics is no longer the conventional process, but more of a modern technology's testing ground. It is already set on the path of transformation and day is not far when driverless cargos will be a reality. Amid these developments, vendors have been developing cutting-edge solutions. In this edition, we have showcased the proficiencies of prominent logistics solution providers that are really ushering users to the future of logistics. Let us know your thoughts.EditorialA Glimpse of Next Generation LogisticsCopyright © 2019 ValleyMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.FEBRUARY - 20 - 2019 FEBRUARY - 20 - 2019, volume 05 - 02 Published by ValleyMedia, Inc. To subscribe to Logistics Tech OutlookVisit www.logisticstechoutlook.com Managing EditorLinda JamesEditorial StaffSalesAaron PierceAva Garcia Jade Ray Joshua ParkerSarah FernandesSinchana NageshVisualizerRenukesh GangurAngela ParkerJennifer Stephenjennifer@logisticstechoutlook.comLOGISTICS EUROPE SPECIAL*Some of the Insights are based on the interviews with respective CIOs and CXOs to our editorial staffsales@logisticstechoutlook.comeditor@logisticstechoutlook.commarketing@logisticstechoutlook.comEmail:Contact UsPhone:510.972.5013, Fax:510-894-8405
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