Track & Trace
Monitor and Trace the movement of Products or Shipments
Track and trace in logistics refers to the ability to monitor and trace the movement of products or shipments throughout the supply chain. Here are some challenges associated with track and trace logistics along with the solutions to address them:
Visibility Across the Supply Chain
Challenge - Lack of real-time visibility into the location and status of shipments.
Implement a real-time tracking system that utilizes GPS, RFID, or IoT technologies. IMTS provides a comprehensive Transportation Management System (TMS) to improve real time visibility of the consignments from any place/anywhere.
Data Accuracy
Challenge - Inaccurate or inconsistent data leading to tracking errors.
TMS will automate data entry, by using barcode scanning, RFID, or automated sensors. This reduces human errors and ensures data accuracy.
Multi Shipment modes Tracking
Challenge - Managing and tracking shipments across different transportation modes.
TMS supports multi mode tracking, providing a unified view of shipments regardless of the transportation method.
Integration with 3rd Party Logistics partners
Coordinating tracking efforts with various logistics partners.
TMS allows seamless integration with the tracking systems of logistics partners through APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) or EDI (Electronic Data Interchange)
Real-Time Notifications
Challenge - Lack of timely notifications for events or exceptions in the supply chain.
TMS provides automated alerts and notifications for key events, delays, or exceptions, keeping stakeholders informed in real-time.
Analytics and Reporting
Challenge - Extracting meaningful insights from tracking data.
TMS offers built-in analytics tools to generate comprehensive reports and analytics.
Addressing these challenges with a TMS solution powered by IMTS, can enhance supply chain visibility, improve operational efficiency, and facilitate better decision-making throughout the logistics process.