Use analytics to find meaningful patterns in order, shipments, transactional data:
Improve forecasting and efficiency and be more responsive to customer needs.
Supply Chain
& Logistics
Supply chain management processes have always presented big challenges due to the dispersed geographical locations of the players. With everything becoming connected, the IoT, big data and analytics are set to revolutionise the industry; serving as enablers to improve service responsiveness, operational efficiency, safety, security and overall customer experience.
Real-time Fleet Management
Industries and organisations that operate many vehicles use various fleet management solutions to improve efficiency.
The latest fleet management solutions use GPS and other sensors to collect real-time data of vehicle locations, operations and conditions. Insights from such data enable fleet operators to comply with environmental and safety regulations, optimise routes, expend less fuel, improve driver performance, monitor vehicle health status and perform predictive maintenance.
End-to-End Visibility Into Delivery Process
IoT solutions can provide access to real-time information on events, materials, equipment and products by tracking them as they move through the supply chain.
The risks associated with supply chain start from the receiving of raw materials to the dispatching of final products. By leveraging sensor data, product deterioration during transit and delays in deliveries due to weather conditions, road and other environmental variables can be predicted and precautionary actions taken to minimise loss.
Warehouse Inventory Tracking & Management
Tracking numbers and barcode scanners used to be the standard method for managing inventories throughout the supply chain, but with digital sensors, information on location and conditions of items can also be obtained. Items could be misplaced within a facility, leading to slower production times and employee frustration. Real-time location tracking systems will provide precise locations of the items anywhere.
Robots are now playing significant roles in the distribution of goods. Warehouse robots can reduce the amount of time required to move goods, freeing up workers to focus on other value added tasks. By deploying autonomous robots with on-board advanced sensors, heavy objects can be moved around while safely navigating round obstacles. This will create a safer work environment and reduce the risk of accidents and injuries for workers.