Future-ready: Unlocking Air Cargo’s Potential Through Digital Transformation

The air cargo industry is evolving rapidly, driven by rising global demand and a shift towards eCommerce. There is a pressing need for enhanced operational efficiency and improved customer experiences.

Through initiatives such as the Digital Cargo Leadership Charter, IATA has taken a proactive stance in guiding the industry's digital transformation. By offering tools and frameworks, IATA helps companies assess progress, align with global standards, and plan strategically for the future.

Learn how organizations are embracing the strategies outlined in the comprehensive whitepaper 'Future Ready: Advancing the Digital Transformation of Air Cargo'to thrive in the evolving air cargo industry.

What you'll learn

• A breakdown of critical drivers of digital transformation and how they impact the air cargo industry.
• IATA's Digital Cargo Leadership Charter outlines five essential principles for a unified digital strategy.
• Success stories showcasing the impact of digital tools, like DG AutoCheck and ONE Record, in streamlining cargo processes.
• Practical advice on overcoming common digital transformation challenges in the air cargo industry.
• Determine your organization's current position through our digital readiness assessment.

Take the Cargo Digitalization Readiness Self-Assessment

Where does your organization stand in its digital transformation journey? IATA's Cargo Digitalization Readiness Self-Assessmentis designed to help organizations evaluate their progress in key areas such as data infrastructure, automation, and compliance with standards. This self-assessment facilitates an internal evaluation, highlights gaps in digital capabilities, and offers guidance on aligning digital strategies with organizational goals.

Whether your company is just starting its digital transformation journey or is already well along the path, the self-assessment provides a structured framework to uncover new opportunities for growth, efficiency, and innovation.

A Path Forward

Digital transformation is not a one-size-fits-all solution; it requires tailored strategies that align with each organization's goals and digital maturity. However, early adopters gain a competitive edge by setting up more resilient, efficient, and customer-centric operations. As more organizations commit to IATA's digital standards, the industry collectively moves closer to a fully digital, transparent, and efficient future.

By embracing digital standards and frameworks, the air cargo industry can unlock new levels of performance, setting the stage for sustainable growth and enhanced customer experiences in the years to come.

IATA have developed a product and training portfolio to help organizations in their individual digital transformation paths which includes:

• CargoISenables you to tap into comprehensive market intelligence with the Cargo Industry, providing insights that help with capacity management, pricing strategies, and dynamic route adjustments. This enables you to make data-driven decisions that improve your operational efficiency and performance.
• DG AutoCheckis an automated solution for handling dangerous goods, ensuring compliance and minimizing errors. By streamlining the acceptance process, it enhances safety and speeds up operations, allowing your team to focus on what matters most-delivering quality service.
• TACT Air Cargo Solutionsprovides real-time updates on air cargo pricing, tariffs, regulations, schedules, and more, streamlining decision-making and integrating easily into operations.
• EPICsimplifies connectivity across the air cargo supply chain, fostering collaboration and improving efficiency through streamlined communication.
• CO2 Connect for Cargodelivers accurate CO2 emissions data based on real fuel use, supporting sustainability and environmental compliance in air cargo operations.
• ONE Recordestablishes a unified digital standard for shipment data sharing, improving transparency and collaboration across the supply chain.
• ONE Record Training Courseis an ideal opportunity to upskill your team and enable smooth adoption of new digital solutions.

Additionally IATA aims to accelerate the air cargo industry's digitalization journey by committing to five key guiding principles within our Digital Leadership charter.