Making a career in logistics business!-
29-Jun-2021
The global lockdown led to discovery of convenience
and necessity that e-commerce / online services platforms offered
leading to a huge surge in online transactions. This move to digital
transactions in turn has boosted growth in delivery, transportation, and
warehouse jobs.
The pandemic created an array of operational
challenges for the Indian logistics sector as well, yet it remained
functional for most time and facilitated the smooth movement of goods
and services despite the workforce and cash flow issues.
Many
reports suggest that start-ups and companies in the logistics sector
will drive jobs in 2021. Additionally in India, the union budget 2021-22
presented by FM Nirmala Sitharaman increased the infrastructure
spending significantly with focus on new economic corridors, improved
road, railway infrastructure and push towards digitalisation, which
would bolster the Indian Logistics sector.
There is a plethora
of job opportunities waiting for people to grab in this sector. Below
are few skills, which will help one in making a career in the logistics
business.
Problem solving using technology:
The increase in demand for logistics due to the pandemic will also pose
many challenges in terms of handling capacity, managing workforce and
handling the overall business. One should be able to make optimum use of
technology such as big data and analytics to identify key problem areas
and offer tailor-made solutions. For example, a simple problem such as
keeping records/invoices safe can be solved by completely digitising all
the files and storing them on a password protected server. Many
logistics firms today have an in-house tech team, who develop software
for specific tasks as well.
Understanding of Supply Chain Management:
This is one the most important skill required for working in the
logistics sector. Logistics divisions are in search of supply chain
managers who can ensure customer satisfaction whilst also maintaining
cost and profit ratio. The need of the hour in many logistics companies
is the creation of a sustainable and streamlined supply chain. One can
easily equip themselves with this knowledge by also taking various
short-term courses offered by various ed-tech platforms.
Knowledge of AI & Automation: Artificial
Intelligence and Automation are surely going to play a pivotal role in
the logistics business. AI will increase efficiency and productivity. It
will also aid in identifying potential opportunities, threats and
solutions.
Keen understanding of laws and various government policies:
For working in the logistics sector, this is one of the most important
things. During the lockdown, the rules kept changing frequently based
on the environmental situation. Therefore, today firms are on lookout
for candidates who can do this for them.
------by Mr Ramesh Babu M, CEO & Co-Founder, SafeStorage