In today's world, “things” move faster and faster. To ensure that shipments arrive in time at the right destination, it is essential to manage these shipments in the most efficient way as they move through distribution centers, hubs and ports. Manually tracking inbound and outbound shipments can no longer keep up with the speed of business. By automating the tracking of shipments as they pass through dock doors, real-time visibility into supply chain and logistics operations can be realized. In the automotive and manufacturing industries, operational efficiency can be increased by automating the tracking of parts and goods as they move between plants or manufacturing partners.