In this episode we deep dive into the effects of the Ukraine-Russia War, the consumer needs and wants, port congestions, port infrastructures, road and rail freight, the effect it has on Exports and how it is affecting the supply chain. Sal also humbly explains how a Professor became a YouTube Sensation for his podcast channel ” What is Going on With Shipping?” https://youtube.com/c/WhatisGoingonWi…

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With SFL Insights they reduced their data entry tasks by 88%

In a world that is always evolving, it seems as though there has been an overnight acceleration into digital space. The freight forwarding industry is competing to become digital forwarders as many businesses are growing into digital transformers.

Sozo Logistics through visionary leadership and a growth driven team has become one of the first South African freight forwarder businesses to offer their clients a White Label Mobile and Desktop App that is directly integrated with their CargoWise One system.

Company Overview

A privately held global logistics company, SOZO Logistics has operations in South Africa and the United States in addition to a wide network of partners around the world. Shareholders are personally invested in the company, which was founded 19 years ago with the ideals of a corporate logistics firm and the flexibility of owner-management, to ensure that every shipment is handled with individual care.

Total savings from Automation by SFL Insights

Solutions

1. Automate tasks and workflows
2. Automate track and trace and Quote process with Webtracker
3. Limitations with Webtracker was replaced with a Mobile and Desktop App version of SFL Insights
4. Increase internal communication with WhatsApp chat on app
5. Easy upload of documents synced with your CargoWise One system
6. Built in automated notifications when milestones or docs added, Credit limit increases Warehouse CW1 Automations

With the implementation of SFL Insights, SOZO logistics revolutionized their operations, benefiting from user-friendly document uploads directly into their CargoWise shipment files.

Continue reading Sozo drives digital transformation using sfl insights at Soft Freight Logic.

Awesome interview with the beautiful and hardworking Racheal Deep on her gymnastics journey. SFL is so proud of you and we supporting you all the way! SFL is sponsoring Rachaels coaching expenses because who better to understand why coaching is so important than SFL. Consultants who coach their Freight Forwarder clients everyday to become stronger, better and winners.

Continue reading SFL Is Proud To Be Supporting Rachael In Her Gymnastics Journey at Soft Freight Logic.

Using robotic process automation ( RPA ) keeps on redefining logistics. Logistics industries use RPA to better manage shipments from their fulfillment centers to customers globally. 

In this Webinar the Host Imrah Chizyuka the Director of Digital Adoption in Soft Freight Logic tackles

1. ERP System Limitations
2. DHL Logistics Automated Data Entry Case Study
3. Effective RPA Implementation in Logistics Companies
4. Customised Supply Chain Data Entry Solutions

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Optimise your warehouse operations using Robotics and your ERP system CargoWise One. And use AI Technology for greater warehouse visibility in 2022.

Continue reading How to Use Technology to Optimise Warehouse Operations in 2022 at Soft Freight Logic.

WisteTech Global partnered with Reuters Events, surveying more than 480 logistics professionals to uncover how businesses can drive productivity within their operations, and the crucial role that technology will play in achieving this. Check out some of the findings.

As the demand continues to skyrocket so do constraints on time, money and resources. With the right investment and correct technology you can unlock new productivity gains and meet your customer needs now and in the future.

Continue reading Global logistics: The link between technology and productivity at Soft Freight Logic.

Take a listen to the amazing video of Kovini Moodley (CA(SA) and CEO of Boss Babes of South Africa). An amazing interview focusing on the Great Resignation, Importance of Risk Management in Business and how digital solutions can decrease audit risk if done with the correct service providers.

We live in a world where we are able to empower others through skill sharing, Boss Babes of South Africa is the perfect digital channel that allows skilled individuals to leverage their power through knowledge transfer initiatives and digital masterclasses – Kovini Moodley (CEO of Boss Babes of South Africa)

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Listen to KellyLynn McLaughlin unplanned but destined journey as a Commercial Truck Driver. Her younger days of being a pilot of being adventurous really made her take the leap to not have regrets but rather push forward and explore a new world.

Listen to her challenges of being unique and breaking barriers in this Industry.

KellyLynn breaks barriers and embraces her uniqueness

Continue reading KellyLynn McLaughlin from Pilot to Truck Driver at Soft Freight Logic.

Great Interview with Terri Danz, President of Crest Container Lines.

Listen to her journey and challenges of being in the Logistics Industry as a Women in Leadership.

Continue reading Woman In Logistics,Terri Danz, displays courage through her challenges at Soft Freight Logic.

An extraordinary interview with Amanda O’Brien, Director at Australian Worldwide Logistics T/As Xtreme Freight on her journey in the Logistics Industry and how humility in business is key.

“People are the greatest commodity of this Industry”

Amanda ‘O Brien

Full video Interview with Amanda ‘O Brien and Saadiya Fahim

Continue reading Xtreme Freight Director, Amanda O Brien says humility in business is key at Soft Freight Logic.

Supply chain mapping allows you to put strategies in place to rapidly react when there are supply chain problems like a supplier faces a shortage, an order gets lost in the system or unpredicted industry challenges.

David Leifsson is a Supply Chain guru with knowledge on carbon footprint in the supply chain Industry.

Listen to David Leifsson explaining how supply chain mapping can assist your business and how AI and your ERP can do the work for you.

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Norvik Cargo, a full freight forwarding service for 25 years based in New York, had a goal in 2021 to digitalize their business and increase the customer service levels.

Listen to Nikita Coelho on their challenges in the business and how SFL assisted with the solutions.

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Continue reading How a Website Redesign and Webtracker Reskin Digitalised Norvik Cargo at Soft Freight Logic.

In this video, our Digital Adoption Strategist Imrah R Chizyuka, speaks about a common, well-trodden journey our clients at SFL take with our solutions.
 
They usually start off by adopting ‘Web Tracker’ which is the #CargoWise built shipment visibility tool, and then they move onto the more advanced, customizable ‘SFL Insights’ – which is the white-label mobile & desktop app that basically brings all of your shipment data into the palm of your hands.
 
But throughout these steps, our clients have utilized our traditional and non-traditional BPO services as well. Why, you wonder? Well, watch this video to find out!
 
To discuss getting started on your logistics business’s own journey with such solutions, feel free to book a consultation call with us via our website or email us: connectwithus@softfreightlogic.com

Continue reading Webtracker and BPO Ecosystem at Soft Freight Logic.

In order to track the shipment with ease, businesses are largely depending on shipment tracking system software. From tracking the item in real-time to knowing the exact delivery time, shipment tracking platform assists at every stage.

Continue reading Introducing SFL Insights | Customizable web/mobile app for Freight Forwarders at Soft Freight Logic.

Take a listen to the full video below to hear what Jade has to say about the Airfreight Industry, Leadership, Digitisation and Humanitarian Aid.

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Well done, MTS! Your efficiency, diligence for growth, and visionary decision-making are testament to the competitive advantage your enterprise holds; and we’re proud to work with you!

Continue reading How your ERP can Streamline your Finance Activities at Soft Freight Logic.

Get the best practices and invest in a service partner that can boost productivity in your business and to gain that seamless flow of data.

The benefits of using a CargoWise Service Partner

With deep technical and system experience, CargoWise Service Partners examine your unique business needs and recommend configurable solutions that deliver real value, fast.​ Hear some of CargoWise Partners share how they can help you achieve your digital transformation goals in record time.

Boosting productivity with a CargoWise Service Partner

Read our article Do You Have the Right ERP and Offshore Development Partner in Logistics and listen to the below video and learn how a CargoWise Partner can help your business boost productivity.

Continue reading Why do I need a CargoWise Service Partner at Soft Freight Logic.

The logistics industry is undergoing unprecedented change, bringing about both risk and opportunity for freight forwarders. Its those that can adapt to change they are the one who will be in the strongest position.

There are various of adjacent tools available in the industry such as BI tools, Mobile devices, Integrations and reporting.

Companies will definitely be looking into gaining information to make better decisions whilst also staying compliant.

Listen to the video below on how some CargoWise Partners provide insights into the industry trends they’re seeing and future challenges.

Continue reading 2022 Logistics Industry Trends at Soft Freight Logic.

CargoDoc is compatible with your CargoWise system. Capture AP invoices directly to your ERP system.

You can use CargoDoc with our without provisions/buy rates added onto the system. Below is an overview of what you can expect by using this automated data entry tool.

1. With or Without Provisions 

– Easy reconciling of invoices to vendor statements for finance department 

– Accuracy and timeously capturing of data ensures real time visibility of shipment file costs 

– Under recovery of shipment costs is easily identified and can be recovered in time from the client. 

– Assisting procurement to negotiate better rates per trade lane. 

– Increase overall productivity and profitability of the business by spending more time analyzing shipment file data than capturing data. 

2. Without Provisions

– Buy rates of vendors do not need to match on CW1 system to capture data of invoice 

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3. With Provisions

– Agreed rates with vendors are added onto the system 

– When AP invoice amounts agree to provision- automatic posting of invoices can be done to eliminate checking of rates, over billing

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– Increase in procurement management to increase profitability of the business 

Watch the full demo below:-

Continue reading Automate your AP Invoices into CargoWise! | CargoDoc at Soft Freight Logic.

Listen to the below video on why CargoWise One is the most suitable ERP for Freight Forwarders.

Continue reading Why should Freight Forwarders use CargoWise? at Soft Freight Logic.

Nicolas Aubert, President of Jones International, gives us some Industry Insights into some of Canada's Supply Chain challenges and the type of Leadership he developed during the Pandemic.

Continue reading Nicolas Aubert, President of Jones International with Canada Industry Insights at Soft Freight Logic.

Continue reading Webinar | Logistics Technology overload – how to keep it simple in 2022 at Soft Freight Logic.

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Continue reading Webinar: Key Trends for the Logistics Industry at Soft Freight Logic.

The session started with a review of the disruption to the industry on business thinking, sales, finance and operations, which was discussed in the first two sessions. We reviewed the state of marketing in logistics and the feasibility of current strategy.

Continue reading Webinar: Branding In a Recession at Soft Freight Logic.

In this past year, the freight-forwarding and logistics industry suffered hugely thanks to the pandemic and many other consequential and inconsequential factors.

Continue reading Huge Blows To The Freight Forwarding Sector of 2021 at Soft Freight Logic.

Here’s a look at the key takeaways from our session 6th of May 2020.

SFL Co-Founder and CEO, Ikraam Reyaz was joined by Raja Ratandeep SFL Co-Founder and COO, Abbas Sethwala (EFL Chief Administrative Officer) and Martin Schultze, Managing Director of Contra Consolidations.

We’ve outlined key takeaways from the session below as a recap for those who attended and a quick catch up if you missed the live session. Click below to view the full session.

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 Challenges to the Industry

Industry challenges were examined from a lens of changing government regulations as countries enter new phases in the battle against Covid-19. Some of the key challenges were:

• Equipment shortages
• Port congestion due to ineffective government intervention
• Overcoming overstay and demurrage by transferring cargo to Customs licensed depots operated by consolidators
• Premium rates for existing capacity in air freight
• Decrease in availability of trucking personnel

Industry predictions for the next six months were analyzed against a Ushaped economic recovery and included:

• High air freight rates for the next 3-6 months
• Increase in sea freight and the adaptation of smaller package sizes
• Increased financial exposure and risk

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Organizational Challenges and How to Overcome Them

Three fundamental challenges organizations will have to grapple with were outlined as:

• Remote working: as an “onsite” industry becomes “offsite”
• Silos: Disconnected Independent Systems
• Workforce: Retool and Training

For effective remote working, workflow implementation was discussed as being the goal to achieve within organizations.

Continue reading Webinar: Optimising Operations Around the World and in the Workforce at Soft Freight Logic.

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Continue reading CargoDoc Webinar 01: Data Automation for CargoWise Companies at Soft Freight Logic.

Rishan Barat, Leader in Microsoft Canada, recently hosted SFL CEO, Ikraam Reyaz for a leadership podcast. Take a listen at his amazing leadership style and his vision for SFL.

Continue reading Rishan Barat, Leader of Microsoft Canada hosts SFL CEO and Co-Founder, Ikraam Reyaz at Soft Freight Logic.