How to Enhance Shipping & Logistics Efficiency with AI | Episode 34

In the shipping industry, where adaptability and logistics efficiency are essential, innovative solutions are transforming how we manage unique freight challenges, which is crucial for improving operations.

In episode 34 of Banyan Technology’s Tire Tracks® podcast, Matt Harding, CTO at Greenscreens.ai, shares his unique perspectives on the AI-driven logistics sector, specifically within the shipping industry, and how technology is driving efficiency and innovation in this specialized area. He also highlights the importance of integrating systems to streamline operations and offers practical advice for professionals navigating the complexities of logistics and AI.

“AI is transforming the logistics industry by providing unprecedented accuracy and efficiency. The impact is profound — streamlining operations, reducing costs, and enabling smarter decision-making across the board,” said Harding.

Logistics Efficiency Episode Key Points

  • How Matt got involved in the industry and his professional background.
  • How the shipping and logistics landscape continues to change.
  • Comparison of the data quality between Brokers and Shippers.
  • Greenscreen.ai’s method of cleaning, utilizing and managing data.
  • A look at system integration between partners.
  • The potential pros and cons of AI adoption in the industry.
  • Why the shipping and logistics industry has been slow to adopt technology.
  • The potential future use cases of AI in shipping and logistics.
  • When Greenscreens.ai will be unveiling with its rate benchmarking tool.

“The hardest problem to really solve in the industry, in my mind, was giving small brokers accurate rate predictions based on their network.” — Matt Harding [0:09:22]

“I think the [technology] renaissance on the Broker side has been quite amazing to see.” — Matt Harding [0:13:11]

“[AI] is creating a consistent reference point for the knowledge of rates which people can use to be successful.” — Matt Harding [0:27:20]

Discover how understanding the intricacies of AI can enhance logistics efficiency and help support shipping professionals. Click above to view Tire Tracks Episode 34.

Subscribe to Tire Tracks on your preferred podcast app to receive notifications of new episodes released twice each month.

Listen On-Demand