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52 capacity . In addition to PVAT , UPS is utilising advanced analytics to better forecast its package volume that needs to be processed .
• Network planning tool ( NPT ); by utilising advanced analytics , artificial intelligence ( AI ) and operations research , UPS has developed its NPT to help coordinate tractor-trailer movements between its sortation hubs to reduce bottlenecks .
• Dynamic Sort Instruction ( DSI ); to increase employee productivity and reduce training time , UPS has developed a bluetooth audio device that gives its employees processing instructions as they scan packages . In addition to its new in-house technology , UPS has been utilising innovations for its drivers too . These include mobile tools to improve onboarding and effectiveness , via a delivery helper app . UPS has also developed UPSNav to provide drivers with higher levels of accuracy and precision when making deliveries .
As a result of UPS ’ global deployments of automation , AI and advanced
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