In this edition of Technology and Posts, we take a look at how a simple technology is giving an important capability to mail consolidators that has a positive impact on clients who ship prescription drugs through mail.
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Postal networks have come a long way since the first letter was delivered. In the era of instantaneous messaging, how are the postal service providers coping? This article, on Hybrid Mail, is the first in a series that discusses how postal networks are keeping abreast of technology. Read on to know more about hybrid mail and the possibilities it opens up!
Freight Forwarders relieve small shippers the trouble of dealing with carriers for moving cargo. And they help carriers make the most of their cargo space. They also specialize in doing the documentation so necessary in every leg of transportation. However, are they doing all these in an automated manner? Or is use of the age old silken strand of tree bark still dominant in their corridors? Let's explore...
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Travelling across the globe, meeting transportation and Logistics business leaders cutting across railroad, shipping, forwarding, logistics, CEP the mood is positively upbeat.
While the jury is still out as far as whether the global economy is heading towards a double-dip recession or we will see anemic growth, LSPs (Logistics service providers) clearly are seeing volume uptick across the board reflected in robust growth in both top line and bottom line across the industry. Let's take a status check ...
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An important aspect in the movement of an international shipment is the set of activities carried out at the HUB area. Operational activities such as arrival of shipments, break bulk, sorting, warehouse management, outbound operations and departure are some of the prominent ones. While most of these activities are largely automated and streamlined, there are specific set of challenges when it comes to the Bonded Inventory Management.
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In a rapidly growing economy like India, where keeping the prices down is of paramount importance, does it make sense to spend "extra" to go green? While talking to some logistics houses and other corporate where supply chain is substantial part of costs, go-green is almost a turn-off for any discussion. The discussion more often than not ends quickly with "Let us get hygiene factors and basic technology in order, before going for any futuristic solution. We will look at it in couple of years time". Which makes me wonder, is going green really that expensive and futuristic?
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In my previous blog I talked about customs clearance and the challenges and needs of global logistics players. In continuation I would now elaborate on Infosys offering in this space.
Infosys positioning and offering
Today there are numerous products available in market which helps provide framework for electronic data interchange with regulatory agencies. However just deployment of product is not sufficient to meet the compliance requirements. It calls for a proper in-depth understanding of the rules and regulations while declaring data to authorities.
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With changing economic and geo-political environment it has become imperative for government agencies globally to have more sophisticated tools and means for clearing cargo / freight entering into their air, sea or mainland. The major events in the past decade have led to an increased focused and deployment of stringent measures to enhance security and allow only legitimate trade and travel and thus increases passenger security. The various security agencies now demand prior notification of any cargo entering into their secured areas/zones. This is a de-facto measure and is a must considering the risks and threats that can arise if the shipments do not meet the safety standards.
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