In contrast to traditional 3PL systems, 5PL providers offer cloud-based platforms that connect all participants in a temperature-controlled supply chain (shippers, transport operators, warehouse facilities, customs authorities, consignees) in real time.
Source: https://www.supplychaindigital.com/technology/fifth-party-logistics-and-power-digital-platforms
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