Beyond borders: achieving real-time visibility in your supply chain
Do you know where your goods are right now?
If your answer is "I'm not sure" – or worse, "I don’t know until they arrive" – you’re operating with limited visibility.
At best, this leads to delays, inefficiencies, and unexpected costs. At worst, it can mean missed deadlines, lost shipments, or unhappy customers.
Real-time supply chain visibility ensures you always know the status and location of your goods – whether they’re in transit, at a warehouse, or awaiting delivery. With smart tracking technology, businesses can proactively manage logistics, reduce risks, and improve efficiency.
In today’s fast-moving world, staying ahead means having full control at every step
The price of poor supply chain visibility
Delayed shipments. Without accurate tracking, unexpected disruptions can cause stock shortages, production slowdowns, and increased operational costs. When shipments are delayed, businesses struggle to meet demand, leading to backorders and lost sales. Manufacturers relying on just-in-time inventory may face costly production halts, while retailers risk frustrated customers and damaged brand reputation. Additionally, the need for expedited replacement shipments or reroutes can further escalate costs, while recurring delays can strain supplier relationships and lead to contract breaches.
Regulatory fines. Many industries have strict shipping regulations, and failing to comply can lead to some serious consequences. Missing documentation, inaccurate reporting, or not properly tracking goods can quickly snowball into hefty fines and legal headaches. Whether it’s missing paperwork or mismanaged imports and exports, regulators don’t take these things lightly, and businesses can end up paying the price.
Missed opportunities. Without clear, real-time data, businesses struggle to optimise their operations, leading to inefficiencies and lost potential. Poor visibility makes it harder to anticipate demand, streamline logistics, and identify cost-saving opportunities. Instead of proactively adjusting to market shifts or improving supply chain efficiency, businesses are left reacting to problems as they arise. The result? Wasted resources, slower growth, and a competitive disadvantage in an industry where speed and precision matter.
Customer dissatisfaction. When shipments are delayed and updates are vague or non-existent, frustration builds fast. Customers expect clear, timely information about their orders, and without real-time tracking, businesses are left scrambling to provide answers. Missed delivery windows, unexpected delays, and poor communication can erode trust, damage brand reputation, and push customers toward competitors who offer better transparency. In today’s market, keeping customers informed isn’t just a nice-to-have – it’s a necessity.
See the difference with GTS
Real-time tracking tools. Stay informed every step of the way with GTS’s advanced real-time tracking technology. Our UK-based customer service team provides instant location and status updates, ensuring complete visibility over your shipments – no guesswork, no delays.
Custom alerts. Avoid disruptions before they happen. GTS’s smart alert system notifies you of potential delays, route changes, or other supply chain risks, allowing you to act fast and keep operations running smoothly.
End-to-end integration. From pickup to final delivery, GTS streamlines every stage of the logistics process. By consolidating your supply chain with us, you eliminate gaps, reduce inefficiencies, and gain full control over your shipments.
Don’t waste another second
We might not be able to see into the future at GTS, but we see the impact of fragmented supply chains every day – uncertainty, inefficiency, and frustrated customers.
Limited visibility leads to delays, miscommunication, and missed opportunities, making it harder to stay competitive.
By consolidating with a single provider, you gain not just greater visibility but also improved cost and time efficiency, ensuring smoother operations and better outcomes.
Speak to our team today and take control of your supply chain.
