admin Dubbed as the cornerstone of the supply chain process, logistics is undoubtedly one of the key drivers of the industrial landscape. Securing a market edge in this competitive era depends on finding the most reliable logistic partner. Shiftco Shipping is one such logistic solution provider that’s disrupting the market one shipment at a time. Embodying the spirit of proactivity, alacrity, and a solicitous attitude, the company has crafted a niche like no other. The foundations of this novel venture were laid 7 years ago in an attempt to design and create opportunities for people who are passionate about the industry. Known for its ingenious logistic solutions, today the company stands tall as a pioneering figure in the Indian market as well as overseas.
Meeting the Leader
Under the guidance of its esteemed Founder and Director, Mr. Ajith Kumar, Shiftco Shipping has grown to achieve novel heights of success. As an original thinker, Ajith is always looking to innovate ways of pioneering change in the world of logistics –an arena he has mastered over the course of the last few decades. Modest at heart, Ajith believes in remaining humble even when he has attained unparalleled success in an industry. He has crafted Shiftco Shipping as a mirror image of this ideology. Ajith believes in channeling his passion for logistics into providing clients with best-in-class services. While he is proud of the logistic solutions Shiftco provides, he also believes in the theory of perpetual growth and evolution. For Ajith, it is only by effectively processing feedback and criticism that a firm can grow and succeed. He has incorporated this philosophy into the operation matrix of the brand.
Innovation is the key to survival in the perpetually changing industrial landscape of the modern world. Without novelty, you can’t hope to sustain your venture in the present market context – Ajith Kumar
Securing an Edge
Shiftco has achieved an unparalleled edge in the logistics industry owing to its ingenious supply chain process that’s both efficacious as well as resistant to global market changes. This coupled with the regular R&D activities of the firm makes sure that it remains in tune with latest developments in the industry to facilitate easy shipping and truncate transit times. Shiftco Shipping caters to a plethora of sectors like the Automobile, Telecom, Pharmaceuticals, FMCG, and Engineering sectors. By leveraging the boons of their cost-effective solutions, Shiftco was also able to transform its OEM associations into long-term business relationships. Shiftco Shipping has thus built a global clientele by virtue of its visionary logistic solutions.
Guiding Principles
Ajith’s dedicated work ethic is reflected in each project he undertakes. He believes in disrupting the existing spectrum of innovation for something that’s most novel and authentic. For him, creatively handling challenges in the logistic sector have been the secret to the success Shiftco has achieved ever since its inception. According to Ajith, agility is the key to becoming a great leader in the modern industry. With the constantly altering industrial landscape, remaining a step ahead of the curve is essential. He proposes that by infusing agility into the business operations and making well-informed, perceptive decisions, this feat can be achieved.
Customer Satisfaction as the Key Driver
Embodying a customer-centric approach, Shiftco Shipping has always prioritized its quality deliverance promise over costs. The company has sustained impeccable client relationships by upholding the integrity of its superior standards. Aversive to cutting corners, Shiftco’s unwavering commitment to quality irrespective of cost has at times caused the firm to pay double their quotation to get the job done. Elevating the standards of industry discipline, Shiftco paid the excess cost on their own without burdening the clients.
Your unique approach to handling adversities makes you an effective leader – Ajith Kumar
Embracing Change
The brilliance of Shiftco is hidden in its relentless drive to mine the ingenious. Fueling the fire of innovation has been a significant achievement for the firm. Ajith believes in adapting to the constantly changing nature of the business environment. According to him, it is only through proactively embracing change that we can stay relevant in the modern world. This translates to the use of various digital tools by the brand to remain abreast with the changing times. Thus, by leveraging the myriad tech boons the company has soared from one height of success to the next.
Learning from Adversities
While the Covid-19 pandemic has been a period of trials and tribulations for all, Shiftco has managed to adapt to the new normal urged in by the pandemic. By embracing an agile outlook to the pandemic situation, Shiftco modified its operations to improve its functionality vis-à-vis the changing market landscape. Exemplifying an unparalleled business resilience, Shiftco continued to innovate its problem-solving approaches to meet the challenges of the pandemic head-on.
Caring for the Team
Since the strength of an organization is equivalent to the abilities of its team members, Shiftco takes extra care of their well-being and development. From organizing regular team-building exercises to input sessions, Shiftco tries to invest in the holistic satisfaction and development of its team members just as dedicatedly as that of its venture. Shiftco believes in growth through active learning and to this end it conducts various beneficial mentorship programs where staff members get to approach their senior executives for insights, and advice.
Chartering the Future Course of Action
In the 7 years of its existence, the firm has not only been able to include top airlines and shipping lines within its service umbrella but has also blossomed into the preferred logistics partner for global associations. While the firm has carved a niche in the field of Aero Space and Critical shipping solutions, it plans to continue growing and tackling new challenges. The goal of the firm remains to be a formidable logistical force in the global market and to this end its expansion plans are being implemented in full swing. With fully operational overseas offices in Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, the company is now in the process of establishing 2 other overseas offices.
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