Amar More asserts that technological advancements have continually shaped the cargo industry. Notably, artificial intelligence has gained substantial ground in logistics in recent years. The global impact of ChatGPT stands out as a prime example. The evident lack of information in air cargo is a recognised challenge. While some companies wield extensive data to their benefit, others face data scarcity. Take airport cargo community systems; they swiftly furnish operational data and potentially anonymized insights. Here, artificial intelligence emerges as a conduit, foretelling predictive analysis. The transformative power of AI is undeniable, illuminating a path towards data-driven cargo logistics.
Tech impact
Regarding the influence of IoT, AI, and automation on cargo operations, More notes that these technologies have markedly improved efficiency and reduced costs in the industry. By harnessing predictive and cognitive capabilities, particularly for transportation entities seeking optimised routes, the logistics sector benefits. Real-time data utilisation for inventory, supplier metrics, demand variations, and external factors such as weather or customs issues aids decision-making, fostering heightened speed and operational agility.
Securing cargo
Cyberattacks happen because of the multiple data transfers through different computer technologies and insufficient cyber threat and event information sharing amongst logistics stakeholders. These risks can be significantly mitigated with next-generation cargo community systems built on technologies like blockchain, user-based access, and secured clouds like Azure with third-party audits. Sophisticated multi-layer systems must become more secure to ensure their continued operation. Zero-trust principles can easily be applied to airline industry systems and help prevent attackers from spreading their reach once a system is penetrated.
Workforce empowerment
Technology constantly evolves, but the new technology is fairly simple to execute from the front end. What is needed is a good orientation and an open mindset. Organisations need to invest in training and have IT departments that are constantly upgrading. Employees see value in technology as it eases their work and makes their roles more meaningful. The one crucial strategy in any major wave of change is the willingness to create a sandbox for the employees. For any new technology—or non-tech—strategy to succeed, an appetite for and acceptance of failures and mistakes is required. People learn when they know their mistakes won’t cost them their jobs.
Future trends
Digitisation and sustainability are the future of this industry. A lot of policies, governance models, mandates, and initiatives around them will shape the industry in the coming years. The pressure on sustainability has increased compared to last year, with budgets and strategies in place. Cargo Community System is a decadal technology shift that goes far beyond just the server and storage aspects of the IT infrastructure. It represents a crystallisation of technology choices at a much broader level. Post-pandemic, many enterprises took the leap and committed to channeling their future technology investments into one or more of these cloud stacks, significantly accelerating what had been a measured movement over the last few years.
Digitisation and sustainability are the future of this industry
