Due to the demands of the market and the
digitalization process in which the land freight transport sector has been
immersed, logistics companies demand greater visibility and operational
control. One of the ways to respond to this requirement is by tracking and
monitoring shipments, vehicles and logistics assets in real time.
The implementation of systems for the
control of states and resources in real time generates a series of benefits
that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of companies. They can know the
exact location of each shipment, which helps prevent delays, identify potential
problems and proactively respond to any mishaps. They can make decisions based
on corrective analysis as they can identify inefficiencies in their supply
chain. This means a reduction in operating costs and an improvement in
logistics efficiency thanks to the optimization of routes, the efficient
allocation of resources and the reduction of waiting times.
The monitoring system generates information
that allows greater control over activities. We are talking about software that
allows you to know, at all times, the status of a merchandise that is being
transported. You can monitor the date and time of departure and arrival, the
location in real time during the journey, the difficulties that the carrier may
be having, among other variables associated with the different types of
traceability.
Depending on the process you want to
control, there are different types of monitoring systems. Do you want to know
what they are?
Tracking and monitoring system: used to have constant visibility over the
transportation of goods during delivery processes between point-to-point
routes. Within this category we can differentiate two systems, GPS devices and
smartphones. Both allow traceability of the entire fleet in real time and,
therefore, obtain relevant information for analysis, which implies data-based
decision making.
Route design system: it is used to plan merchandise distribution routes.
This type of tracking system is generally synchronized with map managers, such
as Google Maps, to generate digital maps on which routes are drawn. This system
also allows the monitoring of different elements associated with the
merchandise delivery process.
Process evaluation system: we are talking about monitoring indicators on quality,
effectiveness and efficiency of the merchandise distribution process. An
example of this monitoring system are the satisfaction surveys sent to the end
customer, which allow us to obtain an evaluation of aspects such as the
efficiency of the shipping process, the conditions of the product received and
the quality of customer service.
By implementing real-time tracking
solutions, companies can optimize their supply chain to stay competitive in an
ever-evolving business environment.
Manipulating real-time information on the status and processes of the supply
chain is a determining factor for strategic decision making. Information that
allows you to develop lean management strategies (produce more with less):
“Slim down” the company's operations to prevent it from increasing
expenses.
As well as customer centric strategies to
improve customer experiences.
The digitalization of the sector generates
and, at the same time, responds to this need. One of the functions of a TMS is
to collect, generate and have information analytically so that the company
develops its competitive capacity. Within this framework is Meribia, a software
specialized in fleet management.
Meribia offers absolute control of all
supply chain operations, its scalability and integration with GPS systems makes
it the best monitoring and analytical tool for fleet management. Meribia is
powered by a database that works and makes available to the user so that they
have immediate access to all the information. Through its modules (GPS
integration, mobile APP, e-CMR...) You can not only track the status of the
fleet in real time, but also all workshop operations, budgets, document
management, human resources... Immediate access to all the information on the
different elements and processes of the chain logistics presented analytically
for optimal decision making.
