Telematics of supply chain – areas, opportunities, challenges

Abstract

The knowledge of the latest concepts and solutions dealing with a multitude of areas including telematic solutions and their correct implementation to support actions in progress, becomes one of the essential elements of gaining success in current market conditions. Telematic solutions make it possible not only to automate and shorten processes and logistic activities, but also affect their safety and enable greater flexibility and reliability in the supply chain. They also constitute a feature that allows to reduce the negative impact of transport on the environment. The use of telematics solutions within the supply chain should be considered as a process of dissemination of technological innovation, the result of which should be a clear improvement of the functioning of many processes within the chain, especially the increase in the level of transport services. Therefore, the research and analysis from this area related to the implementation in logistics practice, should be considered as a priority now.