Logimat 2025 saw veterans in the industry gather for an important discussion on ‘The Road to Digital Transformation: AI, IoT and Workforce Readiness in Logistics’. The discussion was moderated by Amit Maheshwari, founder and CEO of Softlink Global and a logistical visionary, and the discussion believed on how AI, IOT and blockchain form logistics and which it takes for companies to keep up.
The panel included Dushyant Mulani – Chairman, Fffai, Abbas Panju – MD, India at UPS Express; Ravi Kumar Thummalapalli – MD, Envirotainer, Kamal Jain – Director, Cargomen Logistics and Mahesh Vadela – MD, HMDA Truck Doc Logistics.
Important highlights
1. Operations for Digital Transformation Lights 35% of Logistics Enterprises currently have integrated digital systems, which are concerned about whether the sector is fully prepared to embrace AI-driven innovations
2. AI and IOT in logistics-The discussion examines how AI-powered automation and ioT-enabled smart logistical solutions can improve efficiency, visibility and decision making
3.. HEREPLING AND LOBIT POWER transformation – addressing concerns about job displacement due to automation, the panel emphasizes the importance of the renovation, re -coloring and reorientation of the workforce to align with developing technologies
4. Human-Technology Synergy-while digital progress makes the industry a revolution, remains human expertise irreplaceable, which strengthens the need for a balanced approach between automation and empowerment of workforce
Expert insights
Dushyant Malani, chairman, Fffai: A century-old company like us has developed with every technological leap. The key is to adjust without losing sight of the fundamentals in the industry. Logistics is not just about moving goods – it’s about going forward with innovation. “
Kamal Jain, director, Cargomen Logistics: “The question is not whether technology will change logistics; This is how quickly we adapt to it. Those who embrace digital transformation today will lead the industry tomorrow. “
The discussion at Logimat India 2025 reinforced that although AI, IOT and automation redefine the logistics, a human-centric approach is essential for successful implementation.
Amit Maheshwari: “This is the third time in my career. I was so excited about technology – first with Windows, then with the internet, and now with AI. While buzzwords like AI, IOT and blockchain are the logistics industry, the right question is: Are we ready for this transformation? Technology alone is not enough; Without competent professionals to manage it, even the most advanced systems come short. “
Discussions like this are crucial as the logistics industry is on the crossroads of innovation and workforce evolution. The insights shared at Logimat India 2025 emphasize the need for a strategic approach to digital transformation one that balances technology adoption with skills development to achieve long-term success.
