Automating Dimensional Data Gives Efficiency Gains
November 20th, 2008
Large segments of the global cargo industry still do not have an operational process in place to take advantage of the value-added benefits obtainable from the automated dimensioning of cargo. Sheri Ascencio from FreightScan, LLC, which develops and deploys technology solutions for the freight and logistics industry says, “Despite the dynamic new technology solutions available for the accurate measurement of dimensions and calculation of dimensional weight today, many involved in cargo processing are still ignoring the opportunities to greatly improve profits.”
Improved Efficiencies. Ascencio believes if more cargo companies understand by switching from the traditional manual measurement of cargo to a standardised dimming process offered by automated technologies, they can vastly improve their ability to increase revenues, create warehouse efficiencies and optimise warehouse systems. She predicts as scanning technology and new requirements develop and the recession bites world-wide, more cargo companies will at least review all of their alternatives and educate themselves to the economic impact new options can have throughout their entire organisations.
Accurate Visual Record. 3D imaging systems permit all cargo, from single packages to full shrink-wrapped skids, to be dimensioned in seconds; and some technology even enables the dimming of multiple packages simultaneously. These new systems capture a digital photo and laser image for 100% of scanned freight, and create a retrievable visual record of every waybill. The solutions available now are fast, accurate, reliable and their automated data generation of correct dimensions and chargeable weight generates virtually instantaneous revenue gains for users.
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