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Is GPS Tracking Necessary for Your Shipments?
GPS Tracking

In today’s fast-paced and highly competitive logistics landscape, one question often arises: Is GPS tracking really necessary when shipping goods? The short answer is: it depends. It depends on the type of goods, the shipment’s value, delivery urgency, and customer expectations.

When Is GPS Tracking Essential?

GPS tracking provides real-time visibility of your shipment’s location—whether it's in a truck, a container, or on a vessel. This feature is especially valuable in the following scenarios:

  • High-value shipments, such as electronics, spare parts, or project cargo, where security and constant monitoring are critical.
  • Time-sensitive deliveries, like fresh produce or urgent industrial supplies, where delays could result in significant losses.
  • Shipments that require transparency for customers, particularly when shipping on behalf of your brand. Real-time updates build trust and credibility.
  • Large-scale projects or B2B shipments, where tracking is often part of progress monitoring and reporting.

When Is Manual Confirmation Sufficient?

However, not all shipments require real-time tracking. In some cases, manual confirmation methods still work well, such as:

  • Routine shipping routes that are stable and relatively short in distance.
  • Low-value or non-urgent goods, such as raw materials or bulk items with flexible delivery schedules.
  • Local deliveries, where transit times are short and risks of delay are low.
  • When customers are already comfortable with conventional updates, such as calls, emails, or periodic notifications.

PT SPIL's Flexible Tracking Options

At PT SPIL, we understand that every customer has different needs when it comes to shipment visibility. That’s why we offer flexible tracking services:

  • Real-time GPS tracking for customers who need complete transparency.
  • ESTI, our virtual assistant, available via website and WhatsApp, helps you track containers and booking status quickly and conveniently.

With this adaptive approach, PT SPIL provides tracking solutions tailored to your business—whether you’re shipping regular cargo or managing large-scale projects.

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