Choose wisely: Identifying the right technology to improve logistics operations
Abstract
There is ample demand for technology in supply chain management and rapidly growing supply of tools aiming to improve the industry. And yet, connecting the two in a way which truly adds value is far from straightforward. This paper aims to guide logistics professionals open to innovation driven by technology but eager to avoid common pitfalls. With the help of case studies and examples from the author’s own recent experience, it elucidates several guiding principles to help more intelligently identify the right areas to apply new technology and the right tools to use. By asking the right questions, logistics professionals can take advantage of a booming supply chain technology ecosystem without putting their existing operations and customers at risk of the unpleasant side of disruption.
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Author's Biography
Hunter Yaw worked for Shapeways, a 3D printing startup based in New York before taking over the product management role at Loadsmart. Prior to that Hunter built and sold an application for restaurants to privately gather and quantitatively analyse guest feedback, called Eatalyze. His first experience in technology was at Moscow-based travel startup ostrovok.ru, where he led the company’s integration and partnership with Airbnb. Hunter started his career in project management for construction and logistics, including building and leading the team responsible for supplying fuel to the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. He holds a BA from the University of Oxford in Medieval and Modern Languages (German and Russian).
Citation
Yaw, Hunter (2018, December 1). Choose wisely: Identifying the right technology to improve logistics operations. In the Journal of Supply Chain Management, Logistics and Procurement, Volume 1, Issue 3. https://doi.org/10.69554/PKOX6388.
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