Leading the Digital Transformation – Creating values for your Supply Chain

30/10/2017 09:09

(VLR) (Vietnam Logistics Review) On 25th October, Kuehne + Nagel Vietnam hosted its first “Logistics Transformation – Infinite Digital Opportunities” event which highlighted the digital challenges and opportunities the logistics industry is facing today. Global and regional trends in digitalisation in the supply chain and understanding big data were among the main issues discussed.

(Vietnam Logistics Review) On 25th October, Kuehne + Nagel Vietnam hosted its first “Logistics Transformation – Infinite Digital Opportunities” event which highlighted the digital challenges and opportunities the logistics industry is facing today. Global and regional trends in digitalisation in the supply chain and understanding big data were among the main issues discussed.

Key note speaker Alexander Cohrs, Head of Digital Communication, Kuehne + Nagel AG, said the company is aiming to become a fully technology-enabled and data-driven value chain provider. He stressed the importance of a seamless digital supply chain comprising core elements such as automation, connectivity, big data, and new digital solutions.

Mr. Alexander Cohrs – Head of Digital Communication, Kuehne + Nagel AG

Hans Peter Arnold, Director of Sales & Marketing LogIndex AG, the data company of Kuehne + Nagel, went on to talk about big data and the implications for logistics. He emphasized the 5 catalysts of the transformation including Digitalisation, Internet of Things, Mobile Devices & Wearables, Cognitive System, Robotics and Clouds & Digital Platforms. In the next 3 – 5 years, Big Data Analytics will be the leader, followed by Internet of Things and Mobile Devices, while the fastest growth rate is expected in the areas of Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and Wearable Technologies.

Mr. Hans Peter Arnold, Director of Sales & Marketing LogIndex AG, the data company of Kuehne + Nagel, went on to talk about big data and the implications for logistics

The speeches have been followed up by a panel discussion with the key note speakers, customers and partners of Kuehne + Nagel, moderated by Tomasz Jurzak, General Manager Sales & Marketing, Kuehne + Nagel Vietnam. The discussion was focusing on customer needs and requirements as well as the potential of technological developments in the field of logistics.

Mr. Tomasz JurzakGeneral Manager – Sales & Marketing

Local guests, consisting of Kuehne + Nagel customers, partners and suppliers appreciated the transfer of knowledge and the insights on how digitalisation will impact their supply chains today and in the future. They have been very excited about the digital capabilities and possibilities at Kuehne + Nagel, resulting in very promising discussions following the conference.

About Kuehne + Nagel

With over 70,000 employees at more than 1300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne + Nagel Group is one of the worlds leading logistics companies. Its strong market position lies in the seafreight, airfreight, contract logistics and overland businesses, with a clear focus on providing IT-based integrated logistics solutions.Further information can be found at www.kuehne-nagel.com


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