Technology insights

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At Ti we understand the significance of technology in the transport and logistics sectors. In today’s world technology is not just there to support operations, in many cases it has become the operation, which is causing significant changes in the fundamental structure of the industry.

Ti can help you understand the implications of this and will work with you to maximize operational efficiency in a very challenging commercial environment. 

  • Ti has 15 years’ experience of identifying the key macro- and micro-economic dynamics which impact on the transportation sector.
  • Ti’s analysis incorporates a deep understanding of risk and disruptive innovations which threaten the established business models of incumbent leaders in the air, sea, road and logistics sectors.
  • Ti’s proprietary market sizing and forecasts are unique in the industry and utilized by a range financial organizations to model the development of logistics markets.
  • Ti’s online knowledge portal, GSCi, provides instant access to Ti proprietary data, surveys, Confidence Indices, industry indicators (air cargo, shipping, ports, road freight, oil prices etc) as well as informed insight into market trends and developments. 

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In what ways can Ti help?

  • What is the risk to listed market leaders from disruptive technologies?
  • Which companies have the most resilient business models and which are threatened by new market entrants such as Amazon?
  • How defensive are freight forwarding, contract logistics and road freight models and where are they in terms of the economic cycle?
  • What questions should you be asking senior management about their businesses and market space?

What does Ti Technology offer?

  • Ti Reports Within each Ti Report our authors examine the technologies and solutions revolutionizing markets such as freight forwarding, contract logistics and e-ccommerce.

 

  • GSCi portal The GSCi portal offers analysis of the technology practices within major global LSPs, profiles of the main service providers, analysis of the critical developments and solutions transforming the industry.

 

  • Ti Consulting Ti Consulting has a reputation for providing advice, commentary and strategic direction to clients trying to understand the implications of technology

Ti’s team of experts is unrivalled in the industry for experience and expertise. Not only do they fundamentally understand the financial and transportation sectors, but many have senior management experience of running some of the world’s largest logistics companies. This provides unique insight into management thinking and practices.

 

 

Ken Lyon is Managing Director of Virtual Partners Ltd and has over 30 years of experience in the transportation industry. Ken specialises in the use of advanced information systems to manage the operations of 3PL (Third Party Logistics), 4PL and Lead Logistics Providers and their trading partner networks.

 

Joel Ray, Head of Consultancy, Ti: A career dedicated to strategic consultancy and corporate development in the logistics industry, with a particular expertise in distribution property, express logistics and assisting companies in developing their logistics strategies.

 

 

As a graduate in International Relations, Alexander Le Roy brings a variety of knowledge and interest to his role as an Analyst at Ti.

Alexander joined the Ti research department in 2013. Since joining the company, he has contributed to 9 top selling Ti reports, in addition to the Global Supply Chain Intelligence portal. The breadth of his analysis includes content on logistics providers, logistics markets and supply chain software. Alexander has developed a significant body of work in the evaluation of log-tech start-ups, and holds a keen interest in the latest technological developments in the industry.

 
  • Ti analysis provide unbiased analysis of the key technologies to be aware of
  • Ti’s research team are experts in profiling companies and getting to the heart of organizational strategy
  • Through the unique GSCi portal you will get a holistic view of the market and be able to benchmark your offering against other companies in the industry
  • Ti’s data allows for informed decision making

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