Great leadership in the logistics industry is a powerful catalyst for extraordinary growth and innovation. Visionary leaders not only navigate complex supply chains but also drive firms to new heights with strategic foresight and adaptability. Ajit Jangle, Managing Director of FM Logistic, epitomizes this exceptional leadership. With over two decades of experience, including roles like CEO of DP World-Supply Chain and Group COO of All cargo Logistics, Ajit has witnessed and shaped the evolution of supply chains in India. A mechanical engineer with an MBA in finance, he holds certifications in CPIM and Strategic Management. His passion for enhancing FM Logistic India’s service capability and his commitment to sustainable, omni-channel supply chains underscore his transformative impact. Let's hear more from him.

How would you explain the adoption of a data-driven strategy to enhance inventory management in a warehouse?

FM Logistic India has introduced a state-of-the-art Warehouse Management System (WMS) to enhance inventory optimization for our customers. This advanced system ensures 100% inventory visibility and accuracy through scan-based operations. The comprehensive visibility, combined with our benchmarked processes such as system-driven inventory planning and slotting, delivers optimal and superior inventory control for our clients. Additionally, our WMS supports 100% service level achievement, ensuring reliable and efficient service.

Customers can access performance and inventory status reports in real-time via mobile applications, significantly enhancing the overall customer experience. This cutting-edge approach not only streamlines warehouse operations but also empowers customers with the tools they need to make informed decisions about their inventory. By integrating modern technology with our robust inventory management practices, FM Logistic India continues to set new standards in the logistics industry, ensuring our clients benefit from the best possible service and inventory control solutions.

Provide a brief overview of sustainability in logistics and explain its increasing significance.

Sustainability in logistics is crucial for every customer, and we are actively working on various initiatives to achieve this goal. These include solar-powered facilities, green-certified buildings, and electric vehicles for last-mile delivery. Additionally, our Warehouse Management System (WMS) drives paperless warehouse operations, contributing to our sustainability efforts. By implementing these initiatives, we aim to deliver a carbon-neutral supply chain to our customers by 2030. Our commitment to sustainability not only supports

environmental goals but also enhances efficiency and reduces operational costs. FM Logistic India is dedicated to setting new standards in the logistics industry, ensuring that our clients benefit from eco-friendly and innovative supply chain solutions.

Could you discuss the latest strategies and technologies being used to optimize warehouse-related processes?

FM Logistic has made significant investments in emerging technologies and continues to do so in order to provide cutting-edge logistics and supply chain solutions for our customers. One of the technologies we utilize is warehouse simulation software, which generates 3D models to optimize warehouse layouts for our clients. Additionally, we are deploying Machine Learning systems to enhance the safety and security of our multi-customer facilities.

Sustainability in logistics is crucial for every customer, and we are actively working on various initiatives to achieve this goal

We are also planning to implement the industry-first "Digital Twin" technology in warehousing, which will further optimize warehouse design and operations. Our Warehouse Management System (WMS) is seamlessly integrated with our Transport Management System (TMS), offering our customers comprehensive "Order to Delivery visibility."

Moreover, our technological capabilities include a state-of-the-art "Logistics Control Tower" located in Pune, which monitors all transport operations across the country, ensuring an on-time performance rate of over 99.5%. These innovations reflect our commitment to leveraging technology to enhance efficiency, safety, and visibility in logistics, ultimately delivering superior service and optimized solutions to our customers.

Could you share your leadership approach and the guidelines or methodologies you use to lead your team?

My leadership approach is grounded in FM Logistic's core values of Openness, Trust, and Performance, which guide our business growth. I have adopted these principles in my leadership style, fostering an environment where transparency and reliability are paramount. I believe in a performance-based organization, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement. To achieve this, I implement stringent review mechanisms periodically, allowing us to assess progress, address challenges, and maintain a high standard of excellence in all our operations.