Visibility and Tracking

Ping de localisation

A digital signal or update sent by GPS, IoT device, or carrier platform to indicate the real-time geographic coordinates of a shipment, vehicle, or container as logged in tracking systems.

Quick answer: A digital signal or update sent by GPS, IoT device, or carrier platform to indicate the real-time geographic coordinates of a shipment, vehicle, or container as logged in tracking systems.

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Quick answer

A digital signal or update sent by GPS, IoT device, or carrier platform to indicate the real-time geographic coordinates of a shipment, vehicle, or container as logged in tracking systems.

Why it matters

Ping de localisation matters because it supports clear communication in Visibility and Tracking contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

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Questions and answers

What is Ping de localisation?

In this glossary, Ping de localisation refers to: A digital signal or update sent by GPS, IoT device, or carrier platform to indicate the real-time geographic coordinates of a shipment, vehicle, or container as logged in tracking systems.

How is Ping de localisation used in logistics?

In logistics communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Un ping de localisation est envoyé toutes les 30 minutes depuis l’unité embarquée du transporteur pour mettre à jour les coordonnées de l’envoi en temps réel sur le portail client."

Why does Ping de localisation matter in logistics?

Ping de localisation matters because it supports clear communication in Visibility and Tracking contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

Who uses Ping de localisation?

Ping de localisation is mainly used by Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers.

What category does Ping de localisation belong to?

In this glossary, Ping de localisation is grouped under Visibility and Tracking. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO and published by Protermify Logistics as a static logistics reference page.

Definition

A digital signal or update sent by GPS, IoT device, or carrier platform to indicate the real-time geographic coordinates of a shipment, vehicle, or container as logged in tracking systems.

Operational example

A location ping is sent every 30 minutes from the carrier’s onboard unit to update shipment coordinates for real-time tracking on the customer portal.

Localized term

Ping de localisation

Localized example

Un ping de localisation est envoyé toutes les 30 minutes depuis l’unité embarquée du transporteur pour mettre à jour les coordonnées de l’envoi en temps réel sur le portail client.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO

Exam relevance

  • FIATA Diploma
  • CILT Certification
  • IATA DGR

Target audience

  • Freight Forwarders
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customs Brokers

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