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The Future of Ocean Carrier APIs: Why Standardization and Quality Matter
APIs should streamline ocean freight, but carrier data is still inconsistent and incomplete—leaving forwarders and shippers to fill the gaps.
Akshay Dodeja
How AI is Changing the Logistics Industry - And What Comes Next
AI is already reshaping logistics, from automating document processing to optimizing shipment tracking. But how much of this is real, and how much is just hype? In this fireside chat, Terminal49’s CEO, Akshay Dodeja, and Head of Data, Matt Turner, break down what AI, LLMs (Large Language Models), and automation actually mean for the supply chain industry today—and where things are headed next. Watch as they discuss how AI can eliminate manual workflows, streamline communication, and even automate entire shipping operations.
Key Takeaways and Best Practices:
AI is already making logistics teams more efficient
AI is automating workflows—cutting time spent on emails, scheduling, and tracking while seamlessly extracting data from invoices and shipping docs.
AI doesn’t just provide data—it makes it smarter
AI doesn’t just pull carrier data—it fills gaps, validates information, detects missing milestones, predicts delays, and optimizes container pickups.
AI-powered agents are the future of logistics automation
AI now manages customer communication, scheduling, and exceptions—handling entire shipments by tracking, booking, and updating stakeholders automatically.
Companies that adopt AI now will gain a competitive edge
AI adoption in logistics is accelerating—early adopters are already saving time and money, and those who embrace it now will lead the industry tomorrow.
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