Digitalization is making waves in the maritime shipping industry. As the movement unleashes its potential to transform the industry for the better, it continues to become ever-more critical for maritime shipping leaders to develop digitalization strategies of their own.
Today, two-thirds of shipping companies have begun their digital journey, and 69% of them are exploring digital solutions. Over the next decade, digitalization is anticipated to continue increasing dramatically, with 90% of IT business leaders expecting their organizations to increase technology spending.
When looking for a digital solution, it’s easy to get swept away in the hype. Many solutions focus solely on bleeding edge capabilities like Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Internet of Things, and more. While all of these have their place in the maritime ecosystem, it is critical that their glimmer doesn’t distract from the foundational criteria that qualify a solution to run your maritime business.
After working with thousands of maritime decision makers, each with their own diverse needs and requirements, we can share seven essential questions to guide your solution search in this insightful infographic. Let’s get started.