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We are super stoked to announce that Pando is recognized by Gartner in the 2024 International and Asia/Pacific context of the Magic Quadrant™ for Transportation Management Systems (TMS)! 🚀 #AI is fundamentally changing the people-technology relationship in #supplychain management and is foundational for manufacturers and retailers to build an anti-fragile supply chain. We believe this recognition reinforces Pando’s commitment to enabling AI-powered optimization and automation across global supply chains driving #agility, #sustainability, and a compelling customer experience. ⚡   We are grateful to our forward-thinking customers and partners and are proud of our global teams. 🙏   Discover market insights from this latest research by Gartner. 💡 👉 Download your copy now: https://hubs.li/Q02rsRxv0 #GartnerMQ #TransportationManagement #logistics #Innovation #LogTech #GoPando Nitin Jayakrishnan, Abhijeet Manohar, Jim Hilbert, Parvesh Ghai, Prakash Ramnath, Chandrashekar Ramaswamy, Badri Setlur, Honeydeep Singh Sabharwal, Ganesh Iyer, Prasad Krishnan, Nik (Aniket) Pandey, Vijay Kumar.

👋 Hey Atlanta! Pando is coming your way! 🚀 We're excited to be a part of ProcureCon Supply Chain 2024, the premier event that brings together the brightest minds in procurement and supply chain, where the future of logistics, warehousing, and transportation procurement, purchasing, and sourcing take center stage. Nimesh Patel & Santino Battaglieri from Pando are going to attend, and we can't wait to be a part of the action! 🎉 📅 Mark your calendars! The event takes place on 5th and 6th August 2024 at Westin Buckhead Atlanta, GA. Come visit us at booth #4! 📍 If you're in town, swing by this side and learn about the latest trends and innovations shaping the industry.🤝✨ ProcureCon US

Exciting News! Pando engineers are gearing up for an intense and exhilarating experience at the AWS GameDay, focused on GenAI. Our journey towards building the Logistics Co-Pilot is about to reach new heights with three packed hours of GenAI hacking and deep learning. Stay tuned for updates as we dive into this cutting-edge event! #AWSGenAILoft #GenerativeAI #AWSStartups #AWSGenAILoftBengaluru #AWSGenAIGameDay

🚨 AI Reality Check: Separating Hype from Hope in Logistics AI this, AI that. It's enough to make a logistics pro roll their eyes harder than a forklift operator on a Monday morning. 🙄 But hold your skepticism for a sec! Mike Mulqueen's eye-opening blog post, "Skeptics Guide to AI in Logistics Technology," is here to clear the fog around AI. It's not just another buzzword bingo – this time, it's different. Why should you care? Because while some folks are using AI to give you a bad case of FOMO, others are quietly revolutionizing the industry. 🚀 Mulqueen's post cuts through the noise to reveal: 1. The REAL meaning of AI in logistics (Spoiler: It's not sentient robots taking our jobs) 2. Three crucial ways AI is different this time around 3. Actual use-cases of AI, NLP, and ML that'll make you go "Huh, that's pretty neat" Sure, there's plenty of razzmatazz out there. But AI isn't just smoke and mirrors – it's a powerful tool to supercharge your existing processes and turn your team into productivity ninjas. Ready to separate the wheat from the chaff? Give this bloga quick read  https://lnkd.in/gntRUCJ6 P.S. No buzzwords were harmed in the making of this post. Can't say the same for your preconceptions, though! 😉 Mike Mulqueen JBF Consulting Brad Forester

If you're in industrial manufacturing, you're likely to face the dilemma of managing logistics inhouse vs outsourcing. 🏭 Especially in heavy machinery, hi-tech and medical devices, or complex discrete manufacturing, you likely share common logistical hurdles such as managing complex supply chains with multiple suppliers, coordinating intricate product processes, etc. 🚛 And without efficient logistics, delays or quality issues can arise, disrupting the entire production process. Here's a quick blog on how to make the in-house vs outsourced decision, where we weigh the pros and cons in the context of industrial manufacturing. Read now - https://hubs.li/Q02Jm3ym0

The freight procure-to-pay lifecycle is crucial in shipping operations. Efficiency and accuracy at every stage—from purchase to payment—are essential to maintain smooth operations on import, export, and domestic distribution. 🚢📦 Last month, we launched Pando.ai Co-pilot for Freight Procure-to-pay lifecycle and we our customers are LOVING it! Pando's AI/ML-powered co-pilot offers our customers smart guidance to help optimize their freight operations. 🚚💡 This technology simplifies RFQ events, facilitates carrier bid submissions, and thereby helps optimize transportation spends in this era of disruption & freight rate volatility. Witness the power of data-driven decisions as Pando’s AI Co-pilot provides a birds-eye view of your freight spend, guiding you through contract analysis and strategic adjustments tailored to your company's evolving needs and demand. For more info, check out the link in the comments.  🔗

🏸 Did you know pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America, with over 4.8 million players and a growth rate of 21% annually according to the USA Pickleball Association?  If you haven’t jumped on the pickleball bandwagon yet, you’re in for a treat! Pickleball is a fantastic blend of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, played with a paddle and a perforated plastic ball. It’s super easy to learn, making it perfect for players of all skill levels, and it’s a blast to play! 🏀 Pickleball Thursdays have become a highlight for our Pando team in Chicago for some serious fun. Our games are all about team spirit and keeping the energy high. From tactical moves to hearty laughs, it's where brilliant minds break a sweat and have a blast! A huge shoutout to our pickleball pros: Aroop Sanyal, Vimal Nair, Mainak Kanjilal, Deepti Khemka, Parvesh Ghai, Rey Hagens, Craig Edwards, Abhijeet Manohar, Talha Sait, Manny Jimenez, and Nicole Kereszti! Here’s to more pickleball madness and great times with the team. Let’s keep the paddle swinging and the fun rolling! 🏸 #GoPando #PandoTribe #GameOn

Struggling with carrier negotiations? Navigate freight volatility effortlessly with AI-driven insights from Pando.ai.   🔸 AI-Driven RFQs: Respond to market shifts quickly and efficiently. 🔸Strategic Decisions: Make data-backed choices for spot vs. long-term contracts. 🔸Streamlined Operations: Say goodbye to freight sourcing chaos. Maximize efficiency and stay ahead with our cutting-edge AI tools. Make smarter, faster decisions in logistics. Join your peers and leverage AI for smarter logistics management. #AI #Logistics #FreightManagement #PandoAI #Innovation

Pando leverages advanced freight spend analytics, offering descriptive, diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive capabilities. Our platform ensures 100% visibility into #freightspends, analyzing factors like customer, product, carrier, and lane to identify cost drivers such as inefficient routes and non-compliant carrier pricing. These insights enable data-driven decisions for carrier selection, contract negotiations, and routing strategies, enhancing #costcontrol and #customerexperience. With AI/ML, you can predict future freight spends for better planning. The positive reviews on #gartnerpeerinsights reflect our excellence in freight spend analytics. Logistics Coordinator in the Manufacturing Industry gives Pando Fulfillment Cloud 5/5 Rating in Gartner Peer Insights™ Freight Audit and Payment Providers Market. Read the full review here: https://gtnr.io/srnPyOdJz #gartnerpeerinsights

Soaring material costs, transportation costs and rising consumer eco-consciousness are squeezing margins. Is there a better way? 🤔 ♻ The circular economy offers a solution! Learn how to reduce waste and cut costs by transforming your supply chain. Our latest blog post dives into: 🔺 The why, what, and how of circular economy  🔺How does it compare with the traditional, linear supply chain  🔺Real-world examples of businesses paving the path to sustainable circular economy Intrigued? Head over to the blog to unlock a more sustainable & profitable future! Click the link to know more - https://hubs.li/Q02GVvk40 P.S. We would love to hear your thoughts on how we can transition to a more circular future. Share your ideas in the comments!