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This week you'll learn about Computer Vision and Deep Learning for Logistics.

In our previous posts, we learned about the benefits, applications, and challenges of Computer Vision and Deep Learning for big industries and businesses. Today's tutorial discusses the necessities, benefits, applications, and challenges of using deep learning and computer vision in the logistics industry.

The big picture: In today's competitive market, having an efficient and flexible supply chain is a significant asset. Hence, companies are looking into ways to optimize their supply chain to help them make decisions to improve their operational efficiency and customer satisfaction and reduce environmental impacts. 

How it works: With the help of a demand forecast, companies can ensure the right amount of materials on hand and plan their production activities. AI can analyze historical trips, existing routes, and geographical, environmental, and traffic data to use shortest-path graph algorithms and identify the most efficient way for logistics trucks. Document automation technologies can be used for the fast processing of invoice/bill of lading/rate sheet documents by automating data input, error reconciliation, and document processing.

Our thoughts: AI can understand terms and phrases, draw connections to create a context that will enable optimal data usage within shipping, avoid risk, create better solutions, maximize resources, and slash costs. AI can easily compile accurate data, combine it with external factors and perform all these logistic procedures to estimate the upcoming demand. This can help the logistics company get a competitive edge in the transportation industry and cut unnecessary costs.

Yes, but: AI in the logistics industry comes with risks and challenges. Companies must access large amounts of historical, high-quality data collected across various business units and supply chains. The quality and volume depend on the size of the company, its geographical location, and already employed IT solutions. Industries need to hire top-notch data scientists and machine learning experts to build and design their algorithms and systems. Unfortunately, the demand for such experts outweighs the supply, making it difficult for businesses to find and hire analytics professionals.

Stay smart: It is essential to understand the risks and challenges associated with AI and their enormous potential when using AI algorithms in this sector.

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