RFID, BLE, IoT & Drones for Transportation and Warehousing

The transportation and warehousing industry involves moving and storing goods efficiently. It includes various transportation methods and warehousing facilities, connecting manufacturers to consumers and businesses. This industry is essential for supply chain management, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of goods at a local, national, and global level.

GAO’s RFID, BLE, IoT, and drone technologies have helped its customers in transportation and warehousing to improve their work processes, their operations and productivity by better management of their staff, materials and operational equipment such as in the transportation and warehousing industry, vital equipment includes trucks and forklifts for transport and handling, as well as shipping containers and GPS systems for efficient logistics and real-time tracking. These tools ensure the smooth movement and storage of goods essential for supply chain management.

Ranked as one of the top 10 global RFID suppliers, GAO RFID Inc. is based in New York City, U.S. and Toronto, Canada. GAO offers a comprehensive selection of UHF, HF (including NFC) and LF RFID (radio frequency identification) readers and tags, BLE (Low Energy Bluetooth) gateways and beacons, and various RFID and BLE systems such as people tracking, asset tracking, access control, parking control, fleet management, WIP (work in progress), traceability. Such RFID and BLE products and systems, as well as its IoT and drone technologies, have been successfully deployed for transportation and warehousing. Its sister company, GAO Tek Inc, is a leading supplier of industrial or commercial testers and analyzers, drones, and network products.

The targeted markets of both GAO RFID Inc. and GAO Tek Inc. are North America, particularly the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Europe. As a result, this website gaorfid.com is offered in English and other major languages of North America and Europe such as Spanish, French, German, Italian, Polish, Ukrainian, Romanian, Russian, Dutch, Turkish, Greek, Hungarian, Swedish, Czech, Portuguese, Serbian, Bulgarian, Croatian, Danish, Finnish, Norwegian, Slovak, Catalan, Lithuanian, Bosnian, Galician, Slovene, Latvian, Estonian, Welsh, Icelandic, and Irish.

Applications & Benefits of GAO’s RFID, BLE, IoT & Drones for Transportation and Warehousing

To satisfy its customers, GAO’s RFID or RFID Systems for transportation and warehousing are offered in 2 versions. One version is that its software is running on a local server that normally is on our client’s premise, and another version runs in the cloud. The cloud server could be GAO’s cloud server, client’s own cloud server or a cloud server from one of the leading cloud server providers such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, IBM Cloud (formerly SoftLayer), Oracle Cloud, RedHat, Heroku, Digital Ocean, Cloudflare, Linode and Rackspace. The above illustrates GAO system for transportation and warehousing with its software running in cloud.

The above illustrates GAO system for transportation and warehousing with its software running in cloud.

GAO’s RFID and BLE technologies, consisting of RFID readers, RFID tags, BLE gateways, BLE beacons, software, cloud services and their systems, have the following applications in transportation and warehousing:

Inventory Management: GAO’s RFID tags help track and manage inventory in real-time, reducing errors and improving accuracy.
Asset Tracking: GAO’s RFID is used to monitor the location and status of vehicles, containers, and other assets in the supply chain.
Warehouse Automation: GAO’s RFID facilitates automated sorting, routing, and picking of goods in warehouses, enhancing efficiency.
Supply Chain Visibility: It provides real-time visibility into the movement of goods across the supply chain, aiding in better decision-making.
Cargo Tracking: GAO’s RFID tags on cargo containers enable efficient tracking and monitoring during transportation.
Security and Access Control: GAO’s RFID can control access to secure areas within warehouses and restrict unauthorized entry.
Maintenance Management: GAO’s RFID tags on equipment and vehicles help schedule and track maintenance tasks, reducing downtime.
Cold Chain Monitoring: GAO’s RFID sensors can monitor temperature-sensitive goods during transportation and storage.
Vehicle Identification: GAO’s RFID is used for automatic vehicle identification at toll booths and entry points.
Returnable Asset Tracking: Tracking reusable assets like pallets and totes to optimize their use and reduce losses.
Authentication and Anti-counterfeiting: GAO’s RFID tags can authenticate products and help combat counterfeiting in the supply chain.
Yard Management: GAO’s RFID aids in managing the movement of trailers and containers within transportation yards.
Waste Management: GAO’s RFID can be used to manage waste disposal and recycling processes in the industry.

GAO’s drone technologies find the following applications in the transportation and warehousing:

Inventory Management: GAO’s Drones can automate inventory counts in warehouses, improving accuracy and efficiency.
Warehouse Surveillance: GAO’s Drones are used for security and surveillance to monitor large warehouse facilities, enhancing safety.
Stockpile Assessment: GAO’s Drones help assess stockpile levels of materials, such as coal, minerals, or construction materials.
Last-Mile Delivery: Companies are exploring drone deliveries for faster and more efficient last-mile transportation.
Cargo Inspection: GAO’s Drones can inspect cargo containers, identifying damage or irregularities.
Yard Management: GAO’s Drones aid in tracking and managing the movement of trucks and containers in transportation yards.
Infrastructure Inspection: GAO’s Drones are employed to inspect transportation infrastructure like bridges, railways, and roads.
Traffic Management: GAO’s Drones provide real-time traffic monitoring and data collection for transportation planning.
Search and Rescue: In transportation emergencies, drones assist in locating and rescuing individuals.
Environmental Monitoring: GAO’s Drones monitor environmental conditions, such as air quality and pollution around transportation hubs.
Route Planning: GAO’s Drones help plan optimal transportation routes, reducing fuel consumption and emissions.
Emergency Response: GAO’s Drones provide situational awareness in emergency situations like accidents or natural disasters.
Asset Tracking: GAO’s Drones can be equipped with RFID or GPS technology to track and locate assets.
Aerial Mapping: They create detailed aerial maps for transportation infrastructure planning and maintenance.
Port and Harbor Management: GAO’s Drones assist in monitoring shipping activities and inspecting port facilities.
Traffic Accident Reconstruction: GAO’s Drones aid in reconstructing accident scenes for investigations.
Geospatial Surveys: They conduct surveys for land acquisition and route planning.

GAO’s IoT technologies, consisting of IoT sensors, sensors networks and systems, find the following applications in the transportation and warehousing:

Fleet Management: GAO’s IoT sensors in vehicles provide real-time data on location, speed, and maintenance needs, optimizing fleet operations.
Predictive Maintenance: Sensors on vehicles and equipment predict maintenance requirements, reducing downtime and increasing reliability.
Asset Tracking: GAO’s IoT enables real-time tracking of goods, vehicles, and equipment throughout the supply chain.
Inventory Management: Smart shelves and RFID sensors track inventory levels and automate restocking processes in warehouses.
Cold Chain Monitoring: GAO’s IoT sensors monitor temperature and humidity for perishable goods during transportation and storage.
Route Optimization: GAO’s IoT data helps optimize transportation routes, reducing fuel consumption and delivery times.
Traffic Management: GAO’s IoT-based traffic monitoring and control systems improve traffic flow and reduce congestion.
Safety and Security: GAO’s IoT cameras and sensors enhance safety and security in warehouses and transportation facilities.
Cargo Condition Monitoring: Sensors detect changes in cargo conditions, such as humidity or shock, ensuring product quality.
Environmental Monitoring: GAO’s IoT devices monitor environmental factors, like air quality and emissions, in transportation hubs.
Energy Efficiency: GAO’s IoT controls and sensors optimize energy use in warehouses and transportation operations.
Driver Behavior Monitoring: GAO’s IoT sensors track driver behavior, promoting safer driving practices.
Real-time Alerts: GAO’s IoT systems send alerts for accidents, delays, or other critical events, enabling rapid response.
Supply Chain Visibility: GAO’s IoT provides real-time visibility into the entire supply chain, enhancing transparency.
Smart Parking: GAO’s IoT helps optimize parking availability and reduce congestion in transportation hubs.
Waste Management: GAO’s IoT sensors monitor waste disposal and recycling processes, improving efficiency.
Quality Control: GAO’s IoT sensors and cameras assess product quality during manufacturing and transportation.
Dock and Yard Management: GAO’s IoT systems optimize the movement of trucks, containers, and goods in transportation yards.
Customer Engagement: GAO’s IoT enhances customer service by providing real-time shipment tracking and delivery notifications.
Demand Forecasting: GAO’s IoT data aids in demand forecasting, optimizing inventory levels and supply chain planning.

GAO Helps Customers Comply with Standards, Mandates & Regulations of Transportation and Warehousing

GAO RFID Inc. has helped many companies in transportation and warehousing to deploy RFID, BLE, IoT and drone systems and to ensure such deployments complying with the applicable industry standards, mandates and government regulations:

RFID, BLE, IoT, & Drone Standards & Mandates

As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, here are some relevant standards and mandates related to transportation and warehousing, but please note that standards and mandates can change over time, so it’s essential to check for the latest updates from relevant regulatory bodies:

ISO 18000 series
EPC Gen2
ISO 18185
Bluetooth SIG (Special Interest Group)
Generic Attribute Profile (GATT)
MQTT (Message Queuing Telemetry Transport)
CoAP (Constrained Application Protocol)
IEEE 802.11
OASIS MQTT-SN (MQTT for Sensor Networks)
ASTM International F38 Committee

US. Government Regulations

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs)
Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMRs)
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Regulations
Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Regulations
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Regulations
Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Regulations
Surface Transportation Board (STB) Regulations
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Regulations
Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Regulations
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Regulations
Federal Highway Administration (FHA) Regulations
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Regulations
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) Regulations
Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Regulations

Canadian Government Regulations

Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations (TDGR)
Canada Labour Code, Part II (Occupational Health and Safety)
Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs)
Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) Regulations
Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) Regulations
Marine Transportation Security Regulations (MTSR)
Railway Safety Management System Regulations
National Energy Board (NEB) Regulations
Transportation Appeal Tribunal of Canada (TATC) Regulations
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Regulations
Environmental Protection Regulations
Fisheries Act Regulations
Transportation of Goods Regulations
Canada Grain Regulations
Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS)

GAO’s Software Provides API

GAO’s RFID and BLE software offers a free trial for both the server-based and cloud versions, and offers an API to the important systems in transportation and warehousing such as:

Personnel Management:

Employee Recruitment and Onboarding
Workforce Scheduling and Shift Management
Employee Training and Development
Labor Relations and Union Negotiations
Performance Appraisals and Incentive Programs
Health and Safety Compliance
Employee Records and HR Administration
Succession Planning
Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives
Compliance with Labor Laws and Regulations

Equipment Management:

Asset Tracking and Inventory Management
Preventive Maintenance and Equipment Inspections
Equipment Procurement and Disposal
Equipment Utilization and Optimization
Equipment Safety and Compliance
Equipment Calibration and Testing
Equipment Lifecycle Management
Equipment Maintenance Records
Equipment Repair and Service Contracts
Equipment Depreciation and Cost Analysis

Access Control:

Access Control Systems and Technologies
Identity Verification and Authentication
Physical Security Measures
Visitor Management
Access Policies and Permissions
Biometric Access Control
Electronic Access Control
Access Control Auditing and Monitoring
Access Control in IT and Data Centers
Access Control Compliance and Regulations

Warehouse Management:

Inventory Management and Optimization
Warehouse Layout and Design
Order Picking and Packing
Loading and Unloading Processes
Storage Systems and Shelving
Cross-Docking Operations
Warehouse Automation and Robotics
Slotting and Location Management
Warehouse Security
Warehouse Performance Metrics and Reporting

Supply Chain Management:

Demand Forecasting and Planning
Supplier Relationship Management
Order Fulfillment and Execution
Transportation Routing and Optimization
Supplier and Carrier Performance Tracking
Inventory Visibility and Control
Supply Chain Risk Management
Sustainability and Green Supply Chain Practices
Supply Chain Analytics and Data Insights
Reverse Logistics and Returns Management

Other Applications:

RFID and IoT for Asset and Inventory Tracking
Cold Chain Management for Temperature-Sensitive Goods
Customs and Trade Compliance
Route Optimization and Fleet Management
Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Services
Container and Intermodal Transportation
Hazardous Materials Handling and Compliance
Packaging and Cargo Securing
Regulatory Compliance and Reporting
Continuous Process Improvement Initiatives

GAO has enabled its customers to make use of some of the leading software and cloud services in transportation and warehousing. Below are some of popular software and cloud services in sub-industry transportation and warehousing:

Oracle HCM Cloud, SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, ADP Workforce Now, BambooHR, Kronos Workforce Central, Ultimate Software (UltiPro), Paycom, Zenefits, UKG Pro ,Microsoft 365 ,Google Workspace, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Salesforce, IBM Cloud, Infor EAM, SAP EAM, eMaint CMMS, Fiix (CMMS), UpKeep (CMMS), Dude Solutions (CMMS), AssetWorks EAM, EZOfficeInventory, Asset Panda, Honeywell Access Control, LenelS2 OnGuard, AMAG Symmetry Access Control, Genetec Security Center, HID Global Access Control Solutions, Paxton Access Control, Salto Systems Access Control, Software House C•CURE 9000, Avigilon Access Control Manager, Keyscan Access Control Systems, Manhattan Associates WMS, Blue Yonder, Infor WMS, HighJump WMS (now part of Körber), Descartes Systems Group WMS, Tecsys Warehouse Management System, SnapFulfil Cloud WMS, 3PL Central Warehouse Manager, Kinaxis RapidResponse, Llamasoft Supply Chain Guru, Logility Supply Chain Planning, ToolsGroup SO99+ Supply Chain Planning, E2open Demand Sensing and Response, Vanguard Software Integrated Business Planning (IBP), GEP SMART Procurement and Supply Chain Software, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Descartes Systems Group Transportation Management, MercuryGate Transportation Management System (TMS), Transplace TMS, BluJay Solutions Transportation Management, Alpega TMS, 3Gtms Transportation Management System, Kuebix TMS (now part of Trimble).

GAO has worked with some of the leading technology companies in transportation and warehousing in to provide integrated its RFID, BLE, IoT and drone solutions to customers. Here are some of the technology leaders in transportation and warehousing

Oracle Corporation, SAP SE, IBM Corporation, Microsoft Corporation, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Salesforce.com, Inc., Blue Yonder (formerly JDA Software), Descartes Systems Group Inc., Infor, Honeywell International Inc., Siemens AG, Schneider Electric SE, Rockwell Automation, Inc., Emerson Electric Co., ABB Group, Panasonic Corporation, Advantech Co., Ltd., Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Omron Corporation, Cisco Systems, Inc., Dell Technologies Inc., Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), Lenovo Group Limited, Nutanix, Inc., Juniper Networks, Inc., Aruba Networks (a subsidiary of Hewlett Packard Enterprise), Palo Alto Networks, Inc., Fortinet, Inc., Extreme Networks, Inc.

Case Studies of RFID, IoT & Drone Applications

Case Studies of RFID Applications

Below are some RFID application cases in transportation and warehousing.

RFID to track inventory in its stores and warehouses. This has helped Walmart to improve its inventory accuracy and reduce theft. RFID to track inventory in its stores and warehouses. This has helped Target to improve its customer service and reduce costs.

RFID to track inventory in its warehouses. This has helped Amazon to improve its order fulfillment efficiency. RFID to track shipments throughout its supply chain. This has helped FedEx to improve its visibility and efficiency.

RFID to track shipments throughout its supply chain. This has helped UPS to improve its visibility and efficiency. RFID to track freight cars and locomotives. This has helped CN to improve its efficiency and reduce costs.

RFID to track freight cars and locomotives. This has helped CP to improve its efficiency and reduce costs. RFID to track inventory in its stores and warehouses. This has helped Costco to improve its inventory accuracy and reduce theft.

RFID to track inventory in its stores and warehouses. This has helped Loblaws to improve its customer service and reduce costs. RFID to track its cement trucks and silos. This has helped CEMEX to improve its efficiency and reduce costs.

RFID to track its beer kegs. This has helped Grupo Modelo to reduce theft and improve its inventory accuracy. RFID to track inventory in its stores and warehouses. This has helped Tesco to improve its inventory accuracy and reduce theft. RFID to track inventory in its stores and warehouses. This has helped Metro to improve its customer service and reduce costs.

RFID to track inventory in its stores and warehouses. This has helped Lidl to improve its efficiency and reduce costs. RFID to track shipments throughout its supply chain. This has helped DB Schenker to improve its visibility and efficiency. RFID to track shipments throughout its supply chain. This has helped DHL to improve its visibility and efficiency.

Many applications of RFID by GAO can be found here.

RFID Systems By Industry

Case Studies of IoT Applications

Below are some IoT application cases in transportation and warehousing.

IoT to track freight cars and locomotives, monitor track conditions, and optimize fuel consumption. IoT to track freight cars and locomotives, monitor track conditions, and improve fuel efficiency.

IoT to track inventory in its stores and warehouses, monitor food safety, and improve energy efficiency. IoT to track inventory in its stores and warehouses, monitor food safety, and improve customer service. IoT to track its cement trucks and silos, monitor its production facilities, and optimize its energy consumption.

IoT to track its beer kegs, monitor its production facilities, and improve its customer service. IoT to track inventory in its stores and warehouses, monitor food safety, and improve energy efficiency. IoT to track inventory in its stores and warehouses, monitor food safety, and improve customer service.

IoT to track inventory in its stores and warehouses, monitor food safety, and optimize its supply chain. IoT to track inventory in its stores and warehouses, monitor food safety, and reduce costs. IoT to track shipments throughout its supply chain, monitor vehicle conditions, and optimize fuel consumption.

IoT to track shipments throughout its supply chain, monitor vehicle conditions, and optimize fuel consumption. IoT to track shipments throughout its supply chain, monitor vessel conditions, and optimize fuel consumption.

IoT to track shipments throughout its supply chain, monitor vehicle conditions, and improve customer service. IoT solutions to a variety of companies in the Transportation and Warehousing Industry, including fleet management, asset tracking, and supply chain optimization.

Case Studies of Drone Applications

Below are some drone application cases in transportation and warehousing.

Drones to deliver packages to customers in select markets. Drones to deliver packages to customers in select markets and to inventory its store shelves. Drones to deliver packages to customers in select markets and to manage its inventory.

Drones to deliver packages to customers in select markets and to inspect infrastructure. Drones to map and survey areas, and to deliver packages to customers in select markets.

Drones to deliver packages to customers in select markets in Canada. Drones to deliver packages to customers in select markets in Canada. Drone delivery services. It is working with several partners in Mexico to deliver packages and medical supplies using drones. Drones to deliver food and other items to customers in select markets in Mexico.

Drone delivery service from Amazon. It is currently in development, but Amazon plans to launch it in select markets in Europe in the near future. Drone delivery service from UPS. It is currently in development, but UPS plans to launch it in select markets in Europe in the near future.

GAO RFID Systems & Hardware for Transportation and Warehousing

GAO RFID Inc. offers the largest selection of BLE gateways, BLE beacons, RFID readers, tags, antenna, printers, and integrated RFID systems for various industries, including transportation and warehousing.

BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy)

GAO offers advanced BLE gateways:

BLE Gateway (Receiver)

as well as versatile beacons with such important functions as temperature, humility, vibration and panic button:

BLE Tags / Beacons

GAO’s BLE technology is suitable for many industries, including transportation and warehousing.

UHF (Ultra High Frequency) RFID

GAO offers the largest selection of UHF RFID readers for various industries, including transportation and warehousing:

GAO RFID offers the widest choice of UHF RFID tags, labels, badges, wristbands for various industries, including transportation and warehousing:

and an array of antennas to address different applications:

UHF 860 – 960 MHz RFID Antennas

HF (High Frequency), NFC (Near Field Communications) and LF (Low Frequency) RFID

GAO offers the largest selection of HF, NFC, and LF RFID readers for various industries, including transportation and warehousing:

HF, NFC and LF RFID tags, labels, badges, wristbands for various industries, including transportation and warehousing:

and antennas:

GAO also offers RFID printers:

Find Your RFID Printer

Digital I/O adapters:

Find Your I/O Adapter

and relay controllers:

Find Your Relay Controller

For embedded applications, GAO offers UHF, HF and LF RFID reader modules:

In collaboration with its sister company GAO Tek Inc, a wide selection of high quality drones are offered:

Drones | Professional Drones | Video & Camera Drones – Gao Tek

The RFID systems by GAO are highly popular for clients in transportation and warehousing:

Physical asset or operational equipment tracking system:

Asset Tracking Software

Assets that can be effectively tracked using GAO’s technologies include

Trucks, Railcars, Containers, Ships and Maritime Vessels, Airplanes and Cargo Aircraft, Rail Locomotives, Forklifts and Material Handling Equipment, Cranes, Conveyor Systems, Pallet Jacks and Carts, Tugs and Trolleys, Dock Levelers, Reefer Units, Tankers, Racking and Shelving Systems, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), Conveyor Belts and Sortation Systems, Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), Palletizers and Depalletizers, Stretch Wrappers, Dock Seals and Shelters, Scissor Lifts and Platform Lifts, RFID Readers and Tags, Barcode Scanners and Printers, Robotics and Automation Systems, Warehouse Management Software (WMS), Cold Storage Facilities and Equipment, Mezzanines and Raised Storage Areas, Safety Equipment, Reefer Containers, Tank Containers, Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) Equipment , Heavy Lift Cranes, Intermodal Chassis, Aircraft Ground Support Equipment, Scanning and X-ray Equipment, Environmental Monitoring Systems Hazmat Storage and Handling Equipment, Packaging Equipment.

These specialized equipment and machinery play a crucial role in the manufacturing and maintenance of marine engines and propulsion systems, ensuring that they meet the stringent requirements of the maritime and offshore industries. People or workers tracking system:

Personnel Tracking Software

Personnel or people access control system:

Access Control Software

Parking or vehicle control system:

Parking Control Software

Furthermore, GAO provides the customization of RFID tags, RFID readers, BLE beacons and BLE gateways, IoT, drones, and systems and consulting services for transportation and warehousing and for various industries in all metropolitans in North America, particularly the U.S., Canada and Mexico, and Europe:

Services

GAO Makes Efforts to Satisfy Customers

Large Choice of Products

In order to satisfy the diversified needs of their corporate customers, GAO RFID Inc. and its sister company GAO Tek Inc. together offer a wide choice of RFID, BLE, IoT, drones, testing and measurement devices, and network products.

Overnight Delivery

In order to shorten the delivery to our customers, GAO has maintained a large stock of its products and is able to ship overnight within continental U.S. and Canada, and fast delivery to anywhere in Mexico and Europe from the nearest warehouse.

Local to Our Customers

We are located in both the U.S. and Canada. We travel to customers’ premises if necessary. Hence, we provide a very strong local support to our customers in North America, particularly the U.S., Canada and Mexico, and Europe. Furthermore, we have built partnerships with some integrators, consulting firms and other service providers in different cities to further strengthen our services. Here are some of the service providers in transportation and warehousing we have worked with to serve our joint customers:

Accenture
Deloitte
Capgemini
IBM Global Business Services
Cognizant
Infosys
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Wipro
DXC Technology
PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers)

GAO Has Served Transportation and Warehousing Extensively

GAO RFID Inc. and its sister company GAO Tek Inc. together offer a wide choice of RFID, BLE, IoT, drone, testing and measurement devices, and network products.

GAO’s products and technologies have helped its customers in transportation and warehousing to achieve success in the transportation and warehousing industry, like many others, experiences ongoing trends and buzzwords that reflect evolving technologies, practices, and challenges. Here’s a list of some current trends and buzzwords in this industry:

E-commerce Boom, Sustainability and Green Logistics, Automation and Robotics, Digital Twins, IoT and Sensor Integration, Predictive Analytics, Blockchain in Supply Chain, Distributed Warehousing, Multi-Modal Transportation, Smart Warehouses, Last-Mile Delivery, Digital Transformation, Supply Chain Visibility, Dark Stores, Just-in-Time (JIT) Delivery, Cross-Docking, Route Optimization, Intermodal Transportation, Cold Chain Logistics, 3PL (Third-Party Logistics).

GAO RFID Inc. has deployed RFID, BLE and IoT projects for many companies in transportation and warehousing, including many in its various divisions such as

Freight Transportation: Involves the movement of goods over land using trucks, ranging from local deliveries to long-distance haulage. Utilizes railways to transport bulk commodities and goods over long distances efficiently.
Passenger Transportation: Provides transportation services for passengers in urban areas, including buses, subways, trams, and commuter trains. Includes passenger train services, often for both short-distance commuting and long-distance travel.
Warehousing and Storage: Involves the storage of goods for various purposes, including inventory management, distribution, and order fulfillment. Specialized facilities for storing temperature-sensitive goods, such as frozen foods and pharmaceuticals.
Logistics and Supply Chain Management: Offers outsourcing of logistics functions, including transportation, warehousing, and distribution. Manages the international shipment of goods, including customs clearance and documentation.
Courier and Express Delivery Services: Specialize in the timely delivery of packages and parcels to residential and commercial addresses. Offers expedited delivery options for time-sensitive shipments.
Postal Services: Government-operated postal agencies that handle mail and package delivery services. Private courier services that specialize in mail and package delivery.

GAO’s technologies enable its customers in transportation and warehousing to effectively track their workforces such as Workers in the transportation and warehousing and Services industry may be referred to by various job titles and terms depending on their roles and responsibilities. Here are some commonly used terms for workers in this industry:

Truck Driver, Conductor, Pilot, Captain, Dispatcher, Porter, Freight Broker, Warehouse Worker, Forklift Operator, Warehouse Supervisor, Inventory Clerk, Order Picker, Warehouse Manager, Material Handler, Quality Control Inspector, Dock Worker, Shipping and Receiving Clerk, Logistics Coordinator, Supply Chain Analyst, Procurement Specialist, Distribution Manager, Hazmat Driver, Pilot Car Driver, Freight Forwarder, Air Traffic Controller.

and effectively track operational assets such as the Common operational equipment in the transportation and warehousing and Services industry can vary widely depending on the specific processes and activities involved. Here are some commonly used terms for operational equipment that are often found in this industry:

Tractor-Trailer, Container, Pallet, Flatbed Truck, Reefer Truck, Chassis, LTL (Less Than Truckload), LTL Carrier, Railcar, Cargo Aircraft, Forklift, Conveyor Belt, Pallet Jack, Shelving Units, Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV), Barcode Scanner, RFID Reader, Order Picker, Dock Leveler, Stretch Wrapper, GPS (Global Positioning System), TMS (Transportation Management System), WMS (Warehouse Management System), EDI (Electronic Data Interchange), RFID Tag, Telematics, Load Cell, Container Crane, Drayage Truck.

Here are some of the leading companies in transportation and warehousing GAO has served: