Systems & Technologies for Interconnected Logistics

The ambition of the thematic group is to define research and innovation paths that need to be addressed to achieve real-time (re)configurable supply chains in (global) supply chain networks with available and affordable ICT solutions for all types of companies and participants. In essence, this is a requirement to enable a Physical Internet.

As part of the renewed ALICE strategy and the updating of thematic groups scopes end 2017, this thematic group is now integrating topics related to safety and security of supply chains, previously adressed in thematic group 1. Main topics adressed in this working group are: Low intrusive security technologies, supply chain resilience, advanced supply chain risk management, system based supervision, coordinated border management, visibility of end-to-end supply chains, seamless data interoperability, ownership & governance, intelligent objects, smart devices, IoT & ITS, Big Data & Data Analitycs, Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain applications to logistics, dematerialization, autonomous logistics operations, transhipment technology and handling of logistics units.

The current focus for the Thematic Group is currently on Systems & Technologies for Interconnected Logistics through the following programmes.

Artificial Intelligence 5G for logistics applications Data exchange, DTLF and eFTI Digital twins

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Dear Members of ALICE Thematic Group 3: Systems & Technologies for Interconnected Logistics, We are pleased to invite ALICE members to join the upcoming webinar “Operational Excellence in Logistics: supporting decisions through AI and digital twins” on 24th June, from Read more
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries around the world, and logistics is no exception. As the sector grapples with complex challenges, such as fluctuating consumer demand, rising costs, and sustainability concerns, AI is emerging as a powerful tool to Read more
The future of efficient logistics through synchronised data sharing In a move to streamline Europe’s logistics sector, the European Technology Platform ALICE has recently published its Discussion Paper: “A New Level of Data Synchronization for Efficient Logistics Data Exchange.” This Read more
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Key Milestones

  • 2020 – Interoperability between networks and IT applications for logistics
  • 2030 – Full visibility throughout the supply chain

Physical Internet pilot implementations well functioning and extended in industry practice

  • 2040 – Fully functional and operating open logistics networks
  • 2050 – Zero Logistics Emissions

Chairs

Co-Chairs: Angelos Amditis ICCS

Co-Chairs: Marianna Levtov AELER

Vice-chairs:

ALICE – Programme coordinator:

  • Giuseppe Luppino

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