"Here are some of the major transportation and logistics trends in the year 2021:
- Blockchain Technology - This technology can help logistics share seamlessly sensitive data which makes it comfortable for various suppliers and couriers.
- IoT (The Internet of Things) - This technology easily connects with things making the digital process in the logistic industry a simpler one.
- AI (Artificial Intelligence) - It can be used to automate the algorithms based on the data collected from the previous processes.
- Driverless Vehicles - Driverless and multi-functional robots can now be integrated for a robust solution.
- Chatbots - Chatbots can instantly interact with customers and provide them with the desired information about the service and delivery.”
- Marcus Clarke, Founder of Searchant.co
"Here are the trends of the next years we can note:
AI
Logistics is developing very much, of course, primarily due to the increasing introduction of artificial intelligence. This is not a new trend, it is global and has been going on for several years.
We would say, judging by our partners and customers, that there is an active restructuring of internal processes in the industry itself, someone has already introduced innovative technologies, and someone is at the stage of strategic business planning, as it is clear that in the next five years the industry will fundamentally change.
Logistics is an excellent area where artificial intelligence capabilities can be applied in the best way. For example, what does artificial intelligence do? It perfectly reveals patterns, classifies data (data on routing, goods, etc.), creates optimal routes, calculates the cheapest logistics options, combines goods and knows how better transport it, etc.
Self-driving cars
We especially want to note that self-driving cars will really turn the whole industry around! Perhaps this is not the trend of 2021, but in the next five years. Autonomous Vehicles will affect markets such as car sharing, taxi and freight. By the way, there are already models of trucks and they continue to improve.
upply Chain Visibility (SCV)
The technology that allows you to see the entire chain of cargo movement, the trend of this and next year is that this is happening in the real-time mode.
Warehouse Robotics
It allows you to automate and optimize storage, allocate logistics resources and plan your inventory system perfectly. For instance, Warehouse Robotics can load and load trucks, move boxes and built pallets.”
- Alex Dorokhin, CEO & Founder at HuskyJam
"An effectively developed logistic strategy will not only guarantee high performance but also improvement in supply chain management. There are various trends that would be taking over the world by storm next year.
First of all, innovations and creative techniques such as cloud-based, AI, and VR based on the future of logistics. The connectivity between manufacturers, suppliers, and various corporations is very essential in enhancing consistency, visibility, and streamlines processes. So, using accurate data is very important for taking decisive decisions. For that, the implementation of automated systems that offer accuracy is important for your need.
AI & VR
First of all, innovations and creative techniques such as cloud-based, AI, and VR based on the future of logistics. The connectivity between manufacturers, suppliers, and various corporations is very essential in enhancing consistency, visibility, and streamlines processes. So, using accurate data is very important for taking decisive decisions. For that, the implementation of automated systems that offer accuracy is important for your need.
Blockchain
Secondly, the blockchain trend is a buzz word that you will be hearing in every industry. CargoX is one startup that has emerged fully dedicated to bringing blockchain to the logistics industry by using the public Ethereum Network (transmetrics).
Autonomous Vehicles
Lastly, autonomous vehicles are still currently in the trial stage but they are a trend to look forward to. Self-driving trucks can be very helpful in increasing both efficiency and services in the future.”
- Jennifer Willy, Editor at Etia.Com