Air freight and logistics are on edge of transformation, driven by AI. Potential for tech ranges from streamlining ops with real-time tracking, automated anomaly detection, optimising routes, and reducing emissions, says Rumman Chowdhury, USA Science Envoy and CEO & Co-founder, Human Intelligence.
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AI is transforming logistics and air freight into efficient, and sustainable sectors. Artificial Intelligence’s (AI) ability to identify anomalies—missing shipment or a deviation caused by unexpected events such as accidents or weather disruptions—brings a new level of efficiency and control to logistics operations.
AI can even alert operators immediately, enabling swift corrective action, thereby reducing costly delays and improving overall productivity. The integration of AI in logistics sector starts with digitisation. Coupled with RFID and Internet of Things (IoT) technology, AI facilitates real-time tracking of goods. AI-powered logistics promise optimised routes, reduced carbon footprints, and data-driven strategies for greener shipping practices.
“There is an amazing use of confluence of technologies in logistics, such as RFID technology, radio frequency. It is these little identification tags that can go on goods, and products being shipped, so that they could get scanned automatically. Rather than the human scanning or the traditional documentation, it would all be digitised,” Rumman Chowdhury, USA Science Envoy and CEO and Co-founder, Human Intelligence, said. AI’s capabilities extend beyond data analysis; they also optimise predictive processes in logistics.
By analysing vast datasets—often involving billions of variables—AI systems can forecast future trends, from demand fluctuations to potential disruptions. This predictive capability is a game changer for logistics. “It is about moving things faster and efficiently. Absolutely. AI is fundamentally a productivity improver, which creates a streamlined, transparent, and a robust supply chain ecosystem,” Chowdhury said.
