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Cyber-attacks, reporting obligations, emergency plans: What the NIS-2 directive means for businesses

The NIS-2-directive became effective in Germany in December 2025 – but what exactly does this mean for companies? Who is affected, what are the obligations, and how does this relate to business continuity management? This article provides the answers.

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One platform for everything: how middleware harmonises logistics processes within the group

In large corporations, established IT structures often lead to isolated systems and media discontinuity. An IT platform acting as middleware connects existing systems, creates a central database and harmonises processes – without replacing proven legacy systems.

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Line optimisation: fewer empty runs, stronger networks

Fluctuating volumes and unclear capacities lead to empty runs in general cargo transport. Route optimisation provides a remedy: with a sound database and intelligent software, capacity utilisation within the network can be increased and costs reduced.

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Driver app guides through mobile workflows in all languages

Language barriers are no longer an issue, transport processes run like clockwork, and communication between dispatchers, customers and drivers is hassle-free? Sounds like a dream, but it’s reality – with mobile workflow apps!

Low code offers companies the opportunity to customise their logistics software quickly and flexibly, without requiring in-depth programming knowledge.

Low code in logistics: customised software without coding

New requirements for order or warehouse management? Low code offers companies the opportunity to customise their logistics software – both quickly and flexibly, without in-depth programming knowledge.

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Training as an IT specialist for system administration: mid-term review by our trainee

What problems does the system integration team deal with most frequently? What does a typical day at work look like? Who is this training programme suitable for, and is it still fun after a year? Our trainee has the answers!

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What are the logistics of breakbulk cargo transport?

Which goods are classified as groupage freight? How is it possible to transport a breakbulk cargo shipment from its point of origin to its destination within 24 hours? And what are groupage freight networks all about? Here are the answers.