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Several core challenges in managing large logistics operations prompted the adoption of advanced systems:
Visibility: Determining inbound prospects and understanding shipment flow is complex. It’s difficult to predict which days will see higher throughput or identify bottlenecks.
Tracking and Stacking: Efficiently stacking shipments and bags, and ensuring their traceability, requires real-time data on the current state of the facility.
Aging Shipments: Identifying aging shipments and prioritizing their dispatch to prevent delays is vital.
Resource Allocation: Deciding where to allocate land and resources within vast facilities depends heavily on live data.