The Internet of Things (IoT) is a digitalized system that enables real-time sensing, data collection, and sharing in a digitalized manner.
FREMONT, CA: IoT technology is revolutionizing various industries, particularly in logistics, by providing data-collection capabilities and services like transportation management, warehouse management, handling, packaging, distribution, and demand forecasting.
What are the advantages of IoT container tracking for your business?
The Internet of Things (IoT) enables container tracking, providing advantages at every stage of the supply chain, including tracking location within a fleet.
Logistics in Outbound
Follow assets as they travel to their destination, giving suppliers and customers real-time information about the estimated arrival time.
Tracking Assets
Keep an eye on the transportation conditions and guarantee the security and caliber of the goods transported, particularly delicate or perishable goods.
Inventory Control
Gather useful usage statistics to base choices on supply and demand.
Security of Containers
Reduce cargo loss and theft by keeping a careful eye on all supplies.
Any container, whether it's dry or refrigerated, can use these apps.
The Benefits of the Internet of Things Ecosystem for Businesses
Containers are equipped with smart sensors and IoT-enabled tracking devices that provide real-time information on their location, temperature, airflow, and condensation rate. This data helps organizations make better decisions about transportation operations, leading to improved supply chain visibility, reduced waste, more accurate ETAs for final delivery and storage, and improved customer service.
Logistics companies in the U.S. lose an estimated $30 billion a year due to cargo theft, making ensuring the safety and security of shipments crucial. New sensor technologies can help monitor container security, including GPS Trackers, door and movement, temperature, and weight sensors. GPS Trackers can notify organizations of misplaced goods and update inventory needs and supply chain requirements. Door and movement sensors can monitor when and if a container door has been opened, allowing fleet managers to determine if a shipment has been compromised. Temperature sensors are essential for refrigerated containers, indicating the container's integrity and compliance with safety standards. Weight sensors can provide valuable insights into a shipment's condition, even if slight changes mean foul play. This data can enhance security protocols, allocate resources more effectively, and help resolve disputes over lost or damaged goods in insurance claims by providing information about the incident's location.
