‘AI, IoT, blockchain boosts visibility, decision-making, transparency & security’

Vipin Vohra, Chairman, Continental Carriers said, “We emphasise proactive risk assessment, scenario planning, and diversification of supply routes to ensure continuity. Strategic partnerships, robust compliance frameworks, and leveraging technology for real-time monitoring enhance adaptability to disruptions. By integrating contingency planning and fostering resilience, we safeguard the seamless flow of goods, ensuring our clients’ supply chains remain agile and competitive in an increasingly volatile geopolitical landscape. Major supply chain disruptors include geopolitical tensions, trade wars, natural disasters, pandemics, cyberattacks, and fluctuating trade policies. Technological advancements like AI, IoT, and blockchain play a transformative role in countering these disruptions. Real-time tracking ensures visibility, predictive analytics enables proactive decision-making, and blockchain enhances transparency and security. Automation and digital twins optimize operations and simulate scenarios to mitigate risks. These innovations empower businesses to build resilient, agile supply chains capable of navigating uncertainties effectively.”