Industry insights

Enhanced ACAS is now in effect, with airlines relying on freight forwarders to meet new stringent data requirements. Discover how you can stay ACAS compliant, to streamline your operations and avoid cargo delays.

A CargoWise certification is a powerful way to showcase your expertise, boost your career prospects, and stay ahead in the fast-paced logistics industry. With the right preparation and a few key strategies, you can ace your exams and unlock new opportunities. Check out our top tips to make your certification journey a success.

Global trade is complex, but technology can keep you on the front foot. Learn how automation, AI, and interoperable systems can streamline compliance, reduce errors, and cut costs – ensuring logistics professionals stay ahead.

If you're ready to take control of your emissions data and move toward more sustainable logistics, automating emissions tracking with our Greenhouse Gas Emissions Calculator is a key step. By adopting automated emissions tracking, you can enhance data accuracy, make informed decisions in real time, and stay ahead of evolving regulations.

Catch-up on our recent webinar, hosted in collaboration with Reuters, to explore the critical role of freight forwarders in today’s evolving regulatory landscape. Discover how innovative solutions like our new breakthrough product, ComplianceWise, can turn compliance challenges into a competitive edge.

As the logistics industry grows more complex, freight forwarders must find ways to meet the rising expectations of their shipper customers. Discover how tools like CargoWise Neo are transforming how you can engage and partner with your customers. 

Our IATA-certified dangerous goods training ensures logistics professionals stay compliant, safe, and competitive. With flexible online access and globally recognized certification, it’s a smart step for career growth.

The 66th edition of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, effective January 1, 2025, introduces key updates for safer air transport of dangerous goods. Check out our blog for notable changes, including expanded exceptions for lithium batteries and new classification requirements for pathogens.

Upskill your logistics team with WiseTech Academy’s free CargoWise certification courses. Offering flexible, industry-accredited training, your staff can learn at their own pace without disrupting daily operations.

Logistics is no longer just about moving boxes; it’s a dynamic, tech-driven industry that encompasses roles in international trade, customs broking, and dangerous goods handling. 

There are three fundamental questions that freight forwarders must answer for every shipment. Find out why getting these answers right is essential for ensuring compliance and mitigating risks in an increasingly complex regulatory environment.

The logistics industry is growing, and skilled professionals are needed. WiseTech Academy offers free, flexible CargoWise certification courses for all levels – no prior experience required. 

Proposed new rules from the U.S. Government aim to tighten enforcement of the de minimis exemption by improving oversight and requiring more detailed data for low-value shipments. Find out how CargoWise is helping freight forwarders stay compliant with evolving regulations.

Jamie Andrade from SEKO Logistics joins CargoWise experts Jarred Miltz and Dennis Basan for an in-depth discussion on research into the top supply chain disruptions, the technology investment priorities of industry leaders, and practical tips for building an effective tech framework.

Implementing a robust compliance management system may seem daunting, but investing in the right technology empowers you to confidently navigate regulatory complexities, ensuring compliance while boosting operational efficiency.

Our research, conducted with over 450 logistics professionals, highlights the need for strategic technology investments and diversified supply chains.

In this latest Freight Waves update, Mark Picarello from our CargoWise Landside team shares how CargoWise can now manage marine and intermodal containers for US trucking, railroads, ocean carriers, intermodal equipment providers, global freight forwarders, and shippers, digitally linking and integrating planning, execution, and visibility. 

As the demand for air cargo continues, forwarders must navigate through regulatory complexities and operational challenges with agility and precision. Learn how CargoWise simplifies air cargo management by consolidating operations onto a single platform, optimizing processes from booking to delivery, and ensuring compliance with global and local regulations.

As ecommerce grows, forwarders face the dual challenge of seizing opportunities while meeting strict regulatory compliance, especially with the surge in de minimis shipments and tighter US Customs regulations. Find out how technology is helping logistics companies navigate compliance complexities like Section 321 and Entry Type 86.

Maximizing productivity is vital amidst disruptions in global shipping and mounting pressure on capacity. Find out how our Productivity Acceleration & Visualization Engine is empowering teams to better manage and plan their workloads, prioritize tasks, and maintain focus.

Hear from industry leaders as they discuss the evolving trade and regulatory landscape in Europe, uncover the substantial repercussions of non-compliance, and explore how technology is revolutionizing customs processing for enhanced efficiency and security.

Want to maximize your use of CargoWise, but not sure where to start? Follow these four steps to access our comprehensive Quick Start product learning content and boost your expertise today.

Vincent Iacopella, EVP of Growth and Strategy at Alba Wheels Up International, and Stephen Dascoli, CargoWise’s Senior Ecommerce Product Manager, join the Let’s Talk Supply Chain podcast for a discussion on how technology is helping organizations to realize faster, safer, and more reliable cross‑border ecommerce order fulfillment.

The rise in demand for cross-border ecommerce presents a wealth of opportunity for logistics providers looking to expand into new markets. Find out how taking advantage of these new trends could enhance your business.

In the ever-evolving global air cargo market, forward-thinking freight forwarders must seize opportunities by choosing the right technology platform to drive a seamless digital process. Learn how modern software platforms can enhance operational efficiency and enable real-time visibility for air cargo logistics.

As we kick off the new year, it can be valuable to set goals and make plans for personal and professional growth. If you're in the logistics industry, obtaining a CargoWise certification could be the perfect way to start off 2024. Not only does it demonstrate your expertise in the platform, but it can also help advance your career and set you apart from your peers.

Forwarders today must reassess their compliance programs, or risk hefty consequences. Learn how modern software platforms can help you better automate and meet global compliance requirements, in an increasingly complex regulatory landscape.

CargoWise Certifications are designed to give your team the knowledge, confidence and competencies they need to use our industry-leading platform effectively. Find out how.

Tudor Maxwell, our Head of WiseTech Academy, joins the Let’s Talk Supply Chain podcast for a discussion on the different stages of digital change management and the importance of committing to ongoing training and development.

Mohan Dipsingh from PositivePC joins WiseTech Global's Nachi Mendelow on the latest episode of the Let's Talk Supply Chain podcast for a discussion on how to embrace complexity and build resilience across your supply chains. 

CargoWise Learning isn't just for your existing team; it's also the answer to efficiently integrating new talent into your organization. Discover how to harness CargoWise's online learning resources for effective onboarding and to nurture a culture of continuous learning.

Laurie Arnold from JAS Worldwide and Craig Seelig from WiseTech Global join the Let's Talk Supply Chain podcast for a discussion on the importance of staying updated in the ever-changing compliance landscape and the benefits of maintaining a single source of truth.

Interested in a deeper dive into visibility? Amna Shah from AHS Consulting and Gene Gander from WiseTech Global join the Let's Talk Supply Chain podcast for a discussion on why visibility, by itself, can be quite meaningless unless you can use it effectively, combining automation and alerts to address specific issues.

Discover how you can use eLearning to optimize training efforts, engage your workforce, and navigate change with confidence.

Explore the advantages of a full function suite of warehouse modules that are tailor-made for the challenges and demands of modern logistics.

Discover why our industry needs a truly global, deeply capable, fully functional set of customs procedures to solve a range of perennial problems, risks, and limitations.

If you are a logistics enthusiast seeking a dynamic and rewarding career, look no further than the WiseTech Diploma of International Freight Forwarding. Learn how you can become a driving force behind global trade.

Discover how you can streamline your onboarding processes with access to standardized, scalable, and flexible CargoWise training on our global learning platform, WiseTech Academy.

Customs brokers are essential for more seamless international trade, and the WiseTech Academy TLI50822 Diploma of Customs Broking equips aspiring professionals in Australia to excel in this dynamic field. 

Curious about the latest logistics trends? Watch the replay of our online event with industry experts discussing the current investment landscape, how to tackle rising costs head-on, and embracing digital transformation.

In partnership with Reuters Events, we recently surveyed more than 465+ logistics professionals to uncover their approach to digital transformation and the key factors for success.

Successfully managing dangerous goods is crucial in freight forwarding, but it poses challenges. Discover how you can simplify dangerous goods compliance and streamline freight forwarding operations with technology.

Cross-border ecommerce is time-sensitive and complex with multiple steps involving different supply chain functions and partners. Discover the steps in cross-border ecommerce where actionable visibility is critical to ensuring successful D2C delivery.

Don't let outdated assumptions hold you back from embracing the transformative power of digital documentation. In this blog we're busting myths so you can start your journey towards a more agile, connected, and future-ready way of working.

Discover why digital documentation is the way forward for logistics leaders who are looking to place themselves at the technological forefront in managing international and cross-border logistics.

With the growth of the cross-border online shopping market, companies are turning to their supply chain partners for international ecommerce fulfilment. Learn more about the opportunity for freight forwarders.

Following a panel discussion at TPMTech, Gene Gander, our General Manager of Global Sales, reflects on what is driving technology investment decisions and what challenges must be overcome to ensure business growth.

From tracking goods to managing payment and ensuring compliance with trade regulations, discover how digital documents provide a vital layer of transparency and accountability that can enable logistics companies to operate more efficiently and reduce costs.

Ashley Skaanild, Regional Vice President for Logistics Data and Connectivity, discusses CargoWise’s role in digitizing ocean freight, what it takes to have a good visibility platform and what functions are ripe for digitization.

Discover how integrated outbound pick, pack, and dispatch management processes can increase efficiency and improve your customer experience.

Stuart Hayman, our Head of Carrier Integration and Transformation, says it’s set to be another big year for the air cargo industry, and shares his thoughts on how trends across sustainability, ecommerce and digitalization will continue to shape its future. 

Global logistics companies need a software solution capable of optimizing their operations across borders, regulatory boundaries and freight modes. ​Gene Gander, CargoWise General Manager - Global Sales, explains why.

It’s an exciting time to get certified. Our learning pathways reflect the industry’s focus on technology and digital transformation, helping you to get hired, get promoted and get ahead faster.

In a complex regulatory landscape, you need to ensure your global sanctions screening processes are in order, and are not increasing your exposure to delays, fines and even potential criminal penalties. 

Matthew Onorato from Janel Group shares his certification journey and how he plans to put his new expertise to use. 

Leaders from Janel Group, Positive PC and CargoWise recently came together for a discussion on how freight forwarders are moving to a more digital environment, to navigate disruptions and achieve long-term growth.

Supply chains are vulnerable, and our industry is under immense pressure. Hear from a selection of industry experts on why logistics providers are increasingly turning to technology to navigate short-term disruptions, in this on-demand webinar.

Many logistics companies are considering how they can reimagine their business-as-usual environment and do more with less. Find out how real-time data powered by intelligent technology gives you the visibility and control to respond to disruptions from a position of strength.

Global logistics companies are facing unprecedented challenges, while trying to do more with less. Maximizing productivity is important to keep ahead of the competition, and new research reveals measuring it effectively can also be key to driving long-term growth.

Many countries are increasingly introducing new regulations and laws that define how e-Invoicing should be exchanged between parties. Here are the fundamental elements you should consider when tackling your invoice compliance.

In partnership with Reuters Events, we recently surveyed more than 480 logistics professionals to uncover how businesses can drive productivity within their operations, and the crucial role that technology will play in achieving this.

The air cargo industry is leading the charge towards electronic documentation, with more and more freight forwarders coming on board too. Find out why airlines are prioritizing new digital processes, and how this can drive productivity improvements across the logistics ecosystem.

Industry leaders recently came together to discuss the changes ahead for freight forwarders, and the role technology and digitalization will play. Here are some of the highlights and insights from the virtual event.

The exchange of digital documents across the logistics ecosystem can completely transform complex business processes. Find out why companies are moving towards a more paper-free environment.

As automation takes an increasing role in logistics, freight forwarders are moving away from manual data entry to improve operational efficiency and overall productivity. 

Find out how real-time data powered by intelligent technology gives you the visibility you need to stay one step ahead and respond to disruptions from a position of strength.

Considering your logistics technology options? Here’s some of the main factors you should keep top of mind when it comes to whether you buy or build.

Find out how real-time data powered by intelligent technology gives you the visibility you need to stay one step ahead and respond to disruptions from a position of strength.

Drawing on our experience and lessons learned from the past few months, here's three questions logistics leaders should consider now when it comes to using technology to navigate supply chain disruptions.

With the seventh edition of the World Customs Organization’s Harmonized Tariff System coming into effect on January 1, 2022, discover how technology can help you minimize the risk of errors and penalties.

As the saying goes – a chain is only as strong as its weakest link. And when it comes to global supply chains, there remains persistent risk and ongoing disruptions.

The logistics industry is transforming, and so is air cargo. Scott McCorquodale, our Chief Automation Officer – Air Cargo, shares how technology is driving the industry forward.

If you’re a logistics leader looking to accelerate your company’s digital transformation, finding the right partner is an important step in your journey. Here’s three things great CargoWise Service Partners have in common.

Angela Gadaev, our Product Portfolio Manager - International Logistics, shares the latest on the state of the ocean freight market and why now is the time for carriers and forwarders alike, to embrace digitalization.

New IATA performance figures reveal air freight was the bright spot in air transport for 2020. Scott McCorquodale, our Chief Automation Officer – Air Cargo, shares why he’s optimistic further growth is likely ahead.

Scott McCorquodale, our Chief Automation Officer – Air Cargo, shares his views on key lessons learned from the last 12 months, and what advice he has for forwarders and carriers as we head towards the end of 2021.

Scott McCorquodale, our Chief Automation Officer, Air Cargo, discusses the current state of the air freight market and why now is the time for airlines and forwarders to embrace connectivity and digitalization.

Speed up your credit assessments, limit risks and identify growth opportunities with comprehensive, data-driven reports, integrated and easily accessible within CargoWise.

From July 5, 2021, you will now face costly monetary penalties if you fail to use electronic house bills for non-exempt consolidated shipments.

New screening requirements for all cargo transported by air are being introduced by Hong Kong’s Civil Aviation Department. Find out how CargoWise can help you stay compliant.

Singapore's new Known Consignor Regime (KCR) is a security measure to further enhance air cargo security on commercial aircraft. Learn how CargoWise can help you remain compliant.

Mike De Angelis, Senior VP for Global Carrier Data Strategy and Digitization, discusses the state of the ocean freight market, what we can expect throughout 2021 and why now is the time to embrace digitalization.  

There’s no denying that COVID-19 will leave a lasting legacy on China’s supply chains. Here are three significant trends we expect to shape the logistics industry in 2021 and beyond.

With the Suez Canal open for business again, discover why real-time container and vessel tracking services combined with powerful process automations, is more important than ever.

From global master data and workflows to reports and security settings, CargoWise's extensive configurability helps you streamline supply chains and accelerate your move to a single platform logistics solution. 

Brett Shearer, Chief Technology Officer, and Angela Gadaev, Product Portfolio Manager - International Logistics, discuss the development of our new global rates engine, designed to aggregate, standardise and normalise rates across providers and modes.

Licensed in 160 countries and available in 30 languages, discover why CargoWise provides truly global capabilities for a global industry.

Drawing on our experience and lessons learned from the past few months, here's 5 questions logistics leaders should consider now.  

Put productivity and efficiency at the heart of your accounting operation, with an automated end-to-end billing solution to posts invoices on time without the need for manual intervention.

Imraan Khan, CargoWise Product Manager, explains why more than ever you need a deeply integrated, enterprise-grade, accrual-based accounting system.

How are successful logistics companies using technology to move faster, more flexibly and at greater scale than their competitors? Here’s five ways you can optimise your supply chain across modes and borders with CargoWise. 

Discover how you can increase visibility and collaboration among your third-party logistics networks via a single, deeply integrated global platform.

Transform support, reduce overheads and give your customers a one-stop digital experience for all service interactions.

Darren Matthews, CargoWise Business Development Analyst, explains how you can drive productivity and unlock value by managing your operations on a single global database.

Darren Matthews, CargoWise Business Development Analyst, explains how CargoWise’s single global database streamlines the flow of information from origin to destination.

Integrate your customs and warehouse operations and enjoy a powerful single view of all customs-controlled inventory movements. 

Learn how you can stay compliant by automating the complex process of cross-checking global sanction subjects.

Centralise control of your remote shipping processes with cloud-enabled multi-carrier management solutions.

Discover how you can automate and optimise your operations by eliminating hard to manage paperwork and processes.

Alexander Eagles, CargoWise Product Manager, shares how workflow tools can help you automate, manage and optimise your logistics operations.

We are empowering and enabling the logistics industry globally. Here’s a handful of the latest CargoWise enhancements for you to enjoy.

Darren Matthews, Business Development Analyst, shares how CargoWise can help you reimagine your business-as-usual environment and drive supply chain resilience.

Need to better communicate with your customers? Graeme Millar, Global Customer Services Manager, explains how to get started with our CRM in CargoWise.

Want to do more with eDocs? Craig Sturdivant, CargoWise Product Manager, outlines how you can move to a paperless supply chain today.

Graeme Millar, Global Customer Services Manager, shares how to help your team get the most out of CargoWise while working from home.

Angela Gadaev, Senior Product Manager of WiseTech Global, looks at how digitisation is relieving the growing pressure on container tracking.

Because of its international and intermodal scope, the regulations and standards that govern the maritime industry must have an equally broad scope.

When spatial technology first came on the scene it was hard to imagine how the idea of a global mapping schema could play such a vital role in the routing and delivery of goods globally.

As more consumers use their connected devices to shop from an endless aisle, retail and eCommerce players are increasingly shipping from omnichannel fulfillment points where inventory is closer to their customers.

WiseTech Global’s Ecommerce Product Manager Stephen Dascoli explains how authorities in the US are helping streamline the process of importing HVLV goods, and how CargoWise One can help make importing easier.

The global supply chain and the logistics systems that drive it are in a period of enormous change; this change is only going to accelerate as new technologies transform traditional models and enable new efficiencies and faster delivery.

Imraan Khan, Accounting Product Manager, explains how CargoWise One’s new Agent and Group Subsidiary Netting solution saves you time and money on internal transactions.

Sarah Stapleton, CargoWise One’s Geo Compliance Product Manager, shares how CargoWise One is connecting the dots between carriers, China and the world.

Kaustubh Phatak, Accounting Product Manager, shares how CargoWise One can help logistics businesses navigate new UK VAT reporting obligations.

John Ramsey Mabe, Product Manager for WiseTech Global, discusses how warehouses can adapt to changes in e-commerce with our new ‘tote-picking’ warehouse module.

Gene Gander, VP of Business Development Americas for WiseTech Global, discusses the challenges associated with system conversions and how to manage them.

How do you grow without overstretching your operations or blowing out your budget? Accelerating your business starts with your standard operating procedures, says Chief Productivity Officer, James Powell.

Scott McCorquodale, Chief Automation Officer, Air Cargo at WiseTech Global, looks at why the electronic air waybill (e-AWB) has struggled to gain widespread adoption, and what the air cargo industry can do to improve digitization.

John Ramsey Mabe, Product Manager at WiseTech Global, discusses six ways to stay on top of the demands of split case picking in the face of the eCommerce revolution.

Mike DeAngelis, WiseTech Global's Senior VP of Global Carrier Strategy and Digitization, explains how using automated exception management can cut unnecessary costs while increasing your efficiency.