Following a series of exceptionally demanding years, manufacturers worldwide continue their pursuit of refining their logistics and operational strategies. Out of the many things that need to get better is to reduce lead time in supply chain, that is the time taken to make and deliver a product after someone places an order. Prolonged lead…
Welcome to the essential guide for managing carbon emissions in supply chains. In an era where environmental sustainability is a pressing concern, knowledge of emissions is vital in creating a greener future. By grasping the fundamental concepts of carbon impact, supply chain professionals can play a crucial role in reducing their company’s environmental footprint. In…
Are you tired of making decisions based on guesswork in your global supply chain and logistics? You do not want to make logistics and supply chain decisions on guesswork. As a business owner, implementing a data-driven supply chain management is imperative for staying ahead of the competition. In light of the ever-evolving trends towards automation…
In a fast-paced world where commerce knows no boundaries, the smooth and timely movement of goods has become paramount for businesses to thrive. Whether it’s shipping raw materials from suppliers or delivering finished products to customers, effective freight management lies at the heart of any successful supply chain. This is where freight CRM software swoops…
In the dynamic realm of international commerce, the Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has solidified its position as a trusted leader. With its dependable container shipping services spanning 155 countries, MSC has become the preferred choice for shippers worldwide. A key feature that distinguishes MSC is its advanced tracking service, MSC Tracking, which offers real-time updates…
In the world of shipping, staying connected to your packages is paramount. Whether you’re a sender or a recipient, having visibility into the progress of your shipments allows you to plan, manage, and ensure a smooth delivery process. Fortunately, the United States Postal Service (USPS) offers a robust tracking system that enables you to monitor…
GoComet was featured in G2’s Spring 2023 reports across multiple categories to earn ten badges. Included with Leader badges in three categories, High Performer badges are two awarded to the single, highest-ranking company in the category: two Best Support badges and three Easiest to do Business with badges testify that GoComet is your best partner…
As a business function, the supply chain has been lagging in adopting digital tools until the last 5-6 years. More importantly, it was primarily seen as a cost center rather than a value and business driver. A study conducted by McKinsey indicates that the supply chain, as a business function, has a digitization level of…
Choosing the right shipping software for your business is crucial, for it can make or break your business. While automation can solve a hundred problems you may be experiencing currently, not deploying the right solution may create additional problems for your business, costing both time and money. If companies strategically analyze the software based on…
The global freight forwarding market was about 186 billion USD in 2021 and is predicted to rise at a CAGR of 3.3% until 2028. Supply chain technology breakthroughs are driving this market growth, and one such helpful technology is freight forwarding software. Every freight forwarder is aware of the inevitable digitization of the freight forwarding…
Imagine the possibilities if you had a better way to manage your transportation and logistics. Imagine seeing how many shipments are out on an assignment and when they will arrive at their destination, probable delays, data insights for corrective measures and cost-saving opportunities for the future! With every detail of each shipment tightly controlled with…
Supply chain professionals face a daunting decision when selecting the right transportation management system (TMS Software) for their organizations. With several entrants joining this space recently, it has become more difficult than ever to decide on an appropriate solution that is also cost-effective and suits your needs well enough before choosing one with these features…
[Case study] How a 134-year-old global print company profitably revamped their tracking using real-time visibility Geography: Global Module: GoTrack Automated Shipment Tracking And the Kodak team says… “The GoComet solution is very user-friendly, easy to input shipment details, and visible to multiple operational areas in the company that are stakeholders in the supply chain.”
Did you know that demurrage and detention charges can accrue up to 20 times the container’s value? With international shipping rates already soaring, any extra expenses incurred on top of the freight rate will take a bite of your margin. Today, the detention and demurrage charges easily exceed $100 per container per day. While D&D can be an…
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has quickly developed into a humanitarian crisis. While disruptions in business cannot compare to human tragedy, the impact of the conflict is causing a domino effect in more aspects than one. The crisis is plaguing global trade by triggering an extensive supply chain disruption. In an increasingly globalised and interconnected supply…
At a time when major shipping lines have already seized their operations into Ukraine, which has led to an impact in the western Mediterranean and the Black Sea; the ongoing Russia-Ukraine crisis has now prompted the world’s three biggest container lines — Swiss-headquartered MSC, Denmark’s Maersk, and France’s CMA CGM to announce a temporary suspension…
Polymers International improves customer service by automating shipment tracking Geography: Global | Module: GoTrack Automated Shipment Tracking “ With GoComet’s platform, we’re all accessing the same information flow to get live updates on our shipments. We no longer have to waste time relying on internal emails, meetings, shipping lines’ websites, etc., for updates on cargo…
[Case study] Global pharma company enables error-free freight invoice processing Geography: Global | Module: GoInvoice Automated Invoice Reconciliation Transforming the Life Sciences Supply Chain with Automation Download our best practices guide and learn how life sciences companies can leverage automation to build supply chain resilience.
As per a study conducted by Gartner, more than 50% of organizations have not yet actively started to build a roadmap for supply chain digital transformation. If you are in this category and are still contemplating how to choose a multi-modal logistics platform that works best for your company, let us give you a simple…
The recent passing of China’s terrestrial AIS ban is a huge blow to the shipping industry that tries to evolve forward in terms of shipment visibility and sustainability. With the country’s two stringent data protection laws, the Data Security Law (DSL) and Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL) which was passed in recent months, collecting Chinese…
