With e-commerce on the rise and people becoming increasingly impatient in their purchases, overcoming bottlenecks to streamline production has been a challenge for industries and logistics warehouses spread throughout Brazil
One of the most common challenges is the lack of effectiveness of the docks. According to data from the National Confederation of Transport (CNT), trucks spend up to 40% more time parked at the docks — time that could be used to speed up deliveries and positively impact the entire production chain. The Dom Cabral Foundation points out that, only in 2024, the logistics cost in Brazil reached 12,7% of GDP, above the global average of 10%
For Marcelo Lonzetti, RTLS technology specialist and director ofztrax, the Brazilian market has fallen behind in terms of innovation compared to its global peers in the industry. That's why, he advocates for the use of technology to reverse this situation
"Knowing which dock is operating with higher or lower productivity is a simple task with the support of the right technology". Real-time dashboards and performance indicators are needed to achieve the agility demanded worldwide.”
The company recently launched a new product called the "Productive Dock" kit, that combines real-time tracking technology for people and assets with operational adjustments at the docks — key areas where trucks perform loading and unloading. The goal is to organize the flow of incoming and outgoing loads, reducing idle time and increasing efficiency
In initial tests reported by the company, the system has already indicated a reduction of up to 30% in waiting time for some operations. Lonzetti reinforces the importance of innovation
"Delays in docks", lack of visibility in deliveries and saturated infrastructure are old acquaintances of the sector. It is necessary to change this game with tools like RTLS (Real-Time Location Systems). Such solutions bring concrete data for decision-making, without emotions or opinions — only based on real information."concludes the specialist"
