Transport & Logistics International Volume 13 Issue 2 | Page 21

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Myth 1: AI-powered transportation is expensive and doesn’ t deliver measurable savings The reality: Like any tool, AI-powered transportation solutions have a cost to start with, but they deliver rapid returns, often within weeks. By leaning on automation and data-driven decision-making, AI cuts costs and makes the whole operation significantly more efficient.
The proof: Companies using AIdriven freight procurement solutions have achieved measurable savings. AI-driven autonomous procurement tools integrate seamlessly with existing transport management systems, and for a leading FMCG customer, they have been proven to reduce freight costs by more than ten percent while simultaneously cutting down on manual workloads by 80 percent. One global food and beverage company reported securing lower spot rates while reallocating team resources to higher-value tasks. tlimagazine. com 21