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AI & automation reshape transport management for growth

· Source: itbrief.asia

In short

New research from Descartes Systems Group reveals that 81% of businesses now view transportation management as a competitive differentiator, the highest level recorded in nine years of surveying. While generative AI adoption is accelerating with 96% of respondents using it for data entry, route optimization, and freight forecasting, a significant automation gap persists with only 17% of companies reporting fully automated transportation operations. The study also shows that industry leaders with higher financial performance are far ahead in automation adoption, with 51% achieving full automation compared to just 5% of underperforming companies.

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Tags: transportation, automation, optimization, TMS, forecasting, logistics

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