The term mobility has and always will describe the logistics industry. Whether it’s freight trucks transporting consumer goods across America or truck drivers traversing through multiple European nations with supplies for a manufacturer, this sector is always moving.
In fact, workflows and procedures are the only aspects of logistics that are not keeping pace with the industry as a whole. Paper-based processes plague trucking and transport. Not only do drivers need to manage stacks of CMRs, manually note deliveries and submit documents in person, but cumbersome administrative tasks bog down the productivity of companies and their staff members.
However, thanks to modern day conveniences such as touch-screen smartphones, 4G connectivity and accompanying mobile apps, the logistics industry recently received a facelift. Mobile workflow solutions have truly revolutionized trucking and transport, but not all businesses hopped on this bandwagon immediately. After all, driving trucks and smartphones usage are not commonly associated with one another, and logistics companies usually lack the IT infrastructure to make mobile apps in house. Achieving always-on connectivity seems like a feat even for an experienced team of app developers….
Adam Dalnoki, Mobilengine’s CEO, brings IT and telecommunications expertise as an ex BCG consultant. He made a previous exit in a mobile payment start up and has held sales executive positions at Provimi and Kraft Foods.