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GLOSSARY

A glossary of widely used words in the logistics industry. Delve into the
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Advanced Shipment Notice (ASN)
A document sent from the shipper to the recipient before the departure of a shipment.
Asset tracking
A method used to monitor the location and status of products throughout the supply chain using data labels or tags.
Augmented Reality
A technology that layers a digital image on a user’s imagery of the real world
Automated Broker Interface (ABI)
A system that allows customs brokers to directly exchange electronic information with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency.