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Shipping
The process of transporting goods from one location to another, typically from a seller to a buyer or between different facilities.
TECHNICAL DEFINITION
Shipping refers to the physical movement and transportation of goods, raw materials, or finished products via various modes (e.g., truck, rail, air, sea) across the supply chain, encompassing logistics, documentation, and delivery to the final destination.
BACKGROUND
Drop shipping is a form of retail business in which the seller accepts customer orders without keeping stock on hand. Instead, the seller transfers the orders and their shipment details either to the manufacturer, a wholesaler, another retailer, or a fulfillment house, which then ships the goods directly to the customer.
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- Freight
- Logistics
- Transportation
- Delivery
- Dispatch
USAGE NOTE
Efficient shipping is critical for timely delivery and customer satisfaction in e-commerce and manufacturing.
DEVELOPERS
Organizations developing technology related to Shipping.
A global leader in integrated container logistics, Maersk is heavily investing in digital transformation, including IoT for smart containers, the TradeLens blockchain platform for supply chain visibility, and online platforms for booking and managing shipments.
A modern freight forwarder and technology platform for global trade. Flexport uses software to manage the complexity of international shipping, providing real-time visibility, data analytics, and collaboration tools for supply chains.
A Norwegian technology company developing advanced systems for the maritime industry. They are a leader in the development of autonomous and remotely operated vessels, creating sensor, navigation, and control systems for the future of shipping.
Provides a real-time supply chain visibility platform for shippers and third-party logistics firms. Their technology connects to carriers across all modes of transport to provide a single source of truth for tracking shipments in-transit.
A Finnish technology company that services the marine and energy markets. Its 'Smart Marine' division focuses on digitalization, developing solutions for fleet optimization, intelligent vessel navigation, and autonomous shipping operations.
A Swedish transport company specializing in electric and autonomous freight mobility. They develop and operate autonomous electric vehicles ('Pods') for shipping goods, aiming to create a more efficient and sustainable logistics system.
Develops technology used to sense, analyze, and act in real time. For the shipping industry, Zebra provides rugged mobile computers, barcode scanners, RFID readers, and software that enable real-time asset tracking and management in ports, warehouses, and distribution centers.
The developer of CargoWise, a leading cloud-based software platform for the logistics industry. The integrated system helps freight forwarders and other logistics providers manage complex operations like customs, warehousing, and international shipping from a single interface.