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UPS Ventures into Blockchain Technology to Innovate Logistics: The Supply Chain Report

by Richie
11/06/2017
in Blockchain in Supply Chain, Industry

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In recent years, the logistics industry has been abuzz with talk of autonomous vehicles and Amazon’s impact. However, the emergence of blockchain technology is poised to significantly influence the future landscape.

United Parcel Service (UPS) made headlines on Tuesday by announcing its membership in the Blockchain in Trucking Alliance (BiTA), showcasing the company’s keen interest in exploring the potential of this platform.

Linda Weakland, UPS’s director of enterprise architecture and innovation, highlighted the technology’s promise in enhancing transparency and efficiency among various stakeholders in the supply chain, including shippers, carriers, brokers, and consumers.

UPS’ venture into blockchain technology aligns with insights shared by investment group Stifel. Analyst John Larkin projected that blockchain would integrate with the truckload pricing futures market, leveraging data analytics and artificial intelligence for real-time load matching, transforming core operational processes.

Stifel’s selection of UPS, alongside C.H. Robinson Worldwide and XPO Logistics, as key companies investing in transformative technologies, was based on a conference call featuring BiTA’s Craig Fuller and Chris Burress. The potential benefits outlined included quicker, more secure transactions with reduced errors and labor costs across the supply chain.

The widespread adoption of blockchain technology is expected to deliver significant advantages to consumers, enabling cost-effective, prompt, and precise product deliveries. Additionally, various entities in the industry, including software providers, data providers, and trailer-leasing companies, stand to derive enhanced value from their day-to-day operations if blockchain is implemented as anticipated.

However, Stifel cautioned that certain entities could face disruption if they opt not to comply with BiTA’s standard protocols or resist transparency, highlighting potential challenges for non-compliant stakeholders.

While acknowledging blockchain’s potential to make transactions more efficient and mitigate payment disputes, Stifel also emphasized that full-scale implementation is still several years away.

UPS clarified that its collaboration with BiTA signifies its commitment to shaping the future evolution of its logistics network. Despite this announcement, UPS’s stock saw a modest 0.3 percent increase in midday trading on Tuesday.

The integration of blockchain technology into the logistics sector holds the promise of transforming operational efficiencies, but its widespread implementation and impact may take time to fully materialize.

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