Do shipping companies use GPS for tracking containers?

Depending on the organization, shipping companies may not utilize GPS technology during shipments, may implement their own GPS tracking systems or may hire a solutions provider, states InboundLogistics.com. Global companies that offer GPS tracking services include Tracking System Direct and Global Tracking Technology.

There are many different tracking solutions available to organizations, and companies consider a number of factors, including the cost of GPS tracking and the potential loss of inventory, when choosing a tracking solution, notes InboundLogistics.com. Increased tracking technologies may lower costs for consumers because increased coverage typically leads to lower theft rates and increased available product, which is beneficial for the manufacturer and the consumer.