Analyse des défis logistiques rencontrés par les transitaires dans le transport de marchandises.

Abstract

Logismcs management, or supply chain management, involves all aspects of planning, implemenmng, and controlling the efficient flow of goods, services, and related informamon from point of origin to point of consumpmon. The objecmve is to meet customer requirements in the most efficient manner while maximizing the processes involved. It includes inventory management, management, and transportamon/distribumon management ; and, coordinamon across all actors in the supply chain in auaining effecmve service. The freight forwarder is a key part of this dyanmic. He organizes shipments for individuals and businesses, taking of the logistics of moving goods from the manufacturer or producer, to the market or final distributor. They organize the use of modes of transport (sea, air, road), and take care of the documentation and administration aspects, such as customs clearance and all regulatory forms and procedures. Freight forwarders are tasked with a number of logistical challenges, including changing costs, authentic and honest delays, regulatory barriers, and concerns surrounding inventory management or documentation. It is important that challenges are analyzed because they allow for a better understanding of the challenges that are faced by the industry and whether these players perceive satisfaction with the process, especially in areas such as customs clearance and transport conditions. Understanding the challenges and impediments to freight forwarders is important to facilitating and finding good solutions to the concerns that are blocking efficient operational flow. By successfully dealing with the above-mentioned challenges, freight forwarding businesses can enhance operational efficiencies and reinforce their position within an increasingly competitive marketplace. Well-organized logistics, reflecting innovative practices and proactive risk management, is a tactical lever to achieve greater satisfaction of the customers, reduced costs, and shorter delivery time. In doing so, the freight forwarding businesses can capture and hold significant market share in the freight transport sector.