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Digitization challenges collaboration in logistics
by Cargomedia
Text en Photography Riege
Digital data transfer as a universal solution to data chaos
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Freight forwarding companies recognized the benefits of digital data transfer in cargo handling a long time ago: faster and easier handling of shipment processes through systems that communicate with each other; cost efficiency through less time spent on shipment handling; direct data transfer via interfaces provided by software providers; unified cloud-based solutions, which enable cross-border information and data exchange and, in addition, a significant reduction in paper usage, echoing the sustainability approach of trade agreements within the European Union. The future of logistics is indisputably digital, and those who want to continue to play on the global market must choose a forward-looking software solution and be prepared to share the knowledge and data that go with it.
Initiatives on an international level
In order to unify the flood of systems and data formats and digitize processes within the global supply chain, international initiatives and stakeholders have been launched to work vigorously on solutions for the logistics industry. IATA’s ONE Record initiative has laid the foundation for an end-to-end digital supply chain where data can be shared easily and transparently in just one system of stakeholders, communities and data platforms. Cargo IQ, on the other hand, a stakeholder group of different players in logistics supported by IATA, has the task of developing uniform quality standards for air cargo and implementing them on an international level. Although these initiatives contribute to the standardization and digitization of shipment-relevant data in transportation and clearly demonstrate that the global supply chain can only be successfully served through collaboration and data sharing, the process is slowed down by a general unwillingness to share customer data.
Digitization has been an issue in the logistics world for a long time. However, the willingness within the industry to share data and thus drive digitization forward is stagnant. While international initiatives are supposed to provide a possibility to exchange information and know-how, the transformation to a digital standard is still going slowly. Local initiatives achieve much more in this regard because they focus on the essential: collaboration.
As the developer of the transport management software Scope with the vision of unrestricted collaboration in the global supply chain, Riege Software is a regular participant in these initiatives and working groups and supports their customers and partners in projects that drive digitization in logistics.
CargoHub Trucking CDM as a local trailblazer in the digitalization approach
Platforms, such as the CargoHub Trucking CDM launched at Schiphol Airport, play an important role in the digitization process. The digital platform is designed to reduce truck waiting times at airports during the (un)loading process between ground handlers and truckers, improve planning and coordination, and speed up cargo handling at the airport. Considering the additional pressures and challenges that freight forwarding companies are facing as the pandemic continues, this is a necessary and right step towards digitalization in logistics. Riege Software supports the development of platforms such as Trucking CDM, which transparently displays truck movements between road transports and handling agents, helping to visualize and thus optimize handling processes in a digital environment with strategic know-how and relevant data from the customer base.
Riege Software in the Netherlands
In March 2021, Riege Software’s Dutch branch celebrated its 10th anniversary. Henk Boorsma and Martin Bos are the founders of the branch and well-known faces in the freight forwarding industry. Both have over 30 years of experience in the logistics industry. With knowledge of the dynamic freight forwarding market, current customer requirements and daily challenges in the industry, Riege Software has succeeded in convincing almost 1,500 users in the Benelux of the Scope transport management system over the past ten years.
About Riege Software
Riege Software is the creator of Scope, the leading cloud-based software for Air Freight, Ocean Freight and Customs. Designed to be the Digital Standard for digital logistics, Scope enables participants in the global supply chain to practice unrestricted collaboration with just one system. Established in 1985 and ever since privately owned and managed, Riege has a continuous and sound understanding of the requirements of the logistics industry, serving more than 575 companies of any size in 46 countries. The future of logistics is digital. Scope is the future of digital logistics.
Contact
Henk Boorsma Managing Director Riege Software Benelux henk.boorsma@riege.com +31 343 452 353
Anastasia Kazantzis Head of Public Relations Riege Software kazantzis@riege.com +49 2159 9148 315
