The development of logistics industry is closely related to technology application. The exhibitors participating in Asian Logistics and Maritime Conference (ALMC), which will be held on 23 and 24 November, reveal how technology applications ranging from basic solutions like document management to network security and real-time monitoring system assist SMEs to enhance operational efficiency.

Today’s logistics applications must be complemented with 24-hour network connectivity (for functions such as goods tracking); however, there are often disruptions to the networks. Liu Binxing, General Manager of Alibaba Cloud in Hong Kong pinpoints that moving the applications to Alibaba Cloud can enhance their responsiveness and usability. It also offers the advantages of stable cross-border network connections and low latency access points in the Mainland.

As Liu analyses, the logistics industry is faced with the challenge of high costs in several areas, such as fuel, transportation and time. Alibaba Cloud’s vertical artificial intelligence (AI) solutions can be utilised in conjunction with the Internet of Things and Big Data. The solutions provide smart pairing and ordering, route refinement, real-time monitoring, sales volume and cost prediction reports to assist enterprises to manage their businesses and operational costs.

He adds that as there are huge volumes of customers’ information and data contained in logistics applications, a company invariably suffers damage to its business and image if it comes under cyber attacks. However, not every company has its own network security experts. With its comprehensive network security solution, Alibaba Cloud has protected numerous companies and government department websites from attacks by DDoS and hackers. He says, “The niche of Alibaba Cloud lies in that its experience and track record supported by security experts who have more than ten years’ experience, Big Data analysis and AI algorithms which can be leveraged for global clients, which helps reduce the operational for enterprises.”

At the upcoming Asian Logistics and Maritime Conference (ALMC), more than 100 companies around the world will showcase an array of logistics services, maritime services and e-commerce solutions to improve supply chain management and operation efficiency so as to open up market opportunities.