Cloud-based platforms: the key to profitable supply chains in Asia-Pacific

Get to know how cloud-based platforms are driving success of regional logistics in terms of localisation and standardisation of processes.

The Asia Pacific region is witnessing rapid urbanisation and growth spurt. This is evident in the region’s GDP surge which will exceed 50% by 2030. With the Asia Pacific logistics market pegged at a whopping US$3.9 trillion in 2020, supply chains in the region need to adapt to the evolving business models.

How can the regional supply chains become more flexible and robust? This question assumes greater significance with respect to the region’s diverse cultures, languages, political systems and legal framework. The infrastructural inconsistencies between developed and underdeveloped countries of the region further complicate the process of supply chain integration.

Focusing on operational efficiency while addressing local market demand is at the heart of strengthening supply chains in the region. This, however, demands real-time data, analytics capabilities, efficient forecasting and precise insights into each supply chain node.

This is why businesses in the region need a cloud-first logistics partner. A partner capable of leveraging cutting-edge computing that ensures faster response times, more bandwidth, and the ability to execute business logic closer to data sources in warehouses, terminals, and vessel.

In the latest blue paper, we help you gain an understanding of how the trio of cloud-based platforms, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning tools can improve your decision-making and offer total supply chain control.

Here’s a preview of what this edition titled ‘Turn APAC logistics into a profit centre: Simplify localisation and standardisation with a logistics partner that leverages cloud-based platforms to make regional logistics a success’ offers:

• Localisation & standardisation: Dilemma & opportunity: Businesses need to strike a fine balance between deeply localised supply chains and enterprise-wide standardisation to meet demands and overcome disruptions.
• Connecting APAC logistics with cloud-based platforms: The integration of cloud technology with logistics management systems can infuse productivity and efficiency into supply chains.
• AI improves precision and predictability: Smart automation can keep supply chains fluid. It can also help save cost, reduce downtime, optimise routes and make scheduling more dynamic.
• Collaboration with a cloud-first partner: Cloud-based platforms and AI systems can drive operational capabilities necessary to capture market share in the APAC region.