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Player tips AI to send half of logistics jobs packing

· Source: aapnews.aap.com.au

In short

Australia's largest listed tech company, WiseTech Global, predicts artificial intelligence will eliminate 50% of logistics jobs, particularly offshore roles in shared service centers. The company's AI agents integrated into its CargoWise platform can automate document processing and classification tasks, making local skilled operators more important for verification and compliance oversight. This transformation is expected to significantly boost profitability and efficiency for freight forwarders and customs brokers.

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Tags: logistics, automation, documentation, customs, freight, jobs

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