Improving Security
Equally critical is that security measures be efficient and effective.
Since the Yemen printer cartridge plot in 2010, the security of the air cargo supply chain has been under increased scrutiny. Governments have increased their oversight and often require enhanced advance information about cargo transported, and/or have introduced 100% screening requirements for cargo shipments.
#3 – Pushing for Smarter Regulations
The air cargo industry needs smart regulations.
The effect of increased regulations, if not managed by the industry, will not only dramatically increase costs, but will also slow down transit times, damaging the value proposition of air cargo as a quick way to transport goods.
#4 – Strengthening the Value Proposition of Air Cargo
The industry must seek to optimize the air cargo supply chain for every commodity type transported by air to provide shippers with greater transparency, reliability and predictability.
Such industry optimization will help to not just protect the value proposition of air cargo, but will enhance it. One goal of supply chain optimization could be the reduction of the average end-to-end shipping time by 48 hours, where the customer so demands.