How AI and Transparency are Rewiring Global Shipping
by Andrés Guerra-Mondragón González
Two Books in One. One Vision for the Future of Global Freight.
The Freight Intelligence Revolution is the definitive guide to understanding how the world really ships—by sea, by air, and through the data that now powers every move. In this groundbreaking two-part volume, Andrés Guerra-Mondragón reveals how an industry once ruled by carbon paper, typewriters, and manual rate sheets evolved into a digital ecosystem defined by transparency and intelligence.
Part I, The Freight Intelligence Revolution, chronicles the birth of online freight-rate technology and the creation of one of the world’s earliest freight calculators—launched in 2001 and destined to transform the way shippers access global information.
Part II, The Next Frontier, looks ahead to the coming era of predictive ethics, circular supply chains, sustainability mandates, and the unspoken responsibilities behind technology-driven decision-making.
From shipping sea containers to air-forwarding networks, from early logistics disruption to the intelligent supply chain of tomorrow, this dual-volume book offers readers a rare inside view of an industry undergoing monumental change.
Authoritative, visionary, and deeply instructive, this is the essential read for students, shippers, and professionals who want to master the past and future of global logistics.
The Freight Intelligence Revolution is the definitive guide to understanding how the world really ships—by sea, by air, and through the data that now powers every move. In this groundbreaking two-part volume, Andrés Guerra-Mondragón reveals how an industry once ruled by carbon paper, typewriters, and manual rate sheets evolved into a digital ecosystem defined by transparency and intelligence.
Part I, The Freight Intelligence Revolution, chronicles the birth of online freight-rate technology and the creation of one of the world’s earliest freight calculators—launched in 2001 and destined to transform the way shippers access global information.
Part II, The Next Frontier, looks ahead to the coming era of predictive ethics, circular supply chains, sustainability mandates, and the unspoken responsibilities behind technology-driven decision-making.
From shipping sea containers to air-forwarding networks, from early logistics disruption to the intelligent supply chain of tomorrow, this dual-volume book offers readers a rare inside view of an industry undergoing monumental change.
Authoritative, visionary, and deeply instructive, this is the essential read for students, shippers, and professionals who want to master the past and future of global logistics.
The Freight Intelligence Revolution
—with Part II: The Next Frontier**
The Freight Intelligence Revolution is a groundbreaking two-part volume that redefines how students, shippers, and logistics professionals understand global cargo movement. It is two books in one—a complete intellectual roadmap tracing the past, present, and future of worldwide freight.
Part I: The Freight Intelligence Revolution
The first part unveils the hidden machinery of global logistics. It chronicles how an industry that once depended on carbon paper, typewriter force, wooden-roof warehouses, and DC-10s on the tarmac transformed into a digital network of instant transparency.
Andrés Guerra-Mondragón takes the reader inside the creation of one of the world’s first online freight calculators—conceived in 1995, built against the limits of early internet bandwidth, and launched in 2001. The moment that the first booking arrived by fax that Monday morning, the digital future of global freight had begun.
Part I explains how shipping sea containers and air-forwarding transitioned to automated, data-driven systems. It breaks down the intelligence behind freight rates, capacity, ethics, and predictive modeling—giving readers a clear and authoritative understanding of how the industry really works.
Part II: The Next Frontier
The second part elevates the narrative to the next step. The Next Frontier explores the emerging discipline of predictive ethics, the circular supply chain, sustainability mandates, and the human responsibility behind decision-making in a globalized logistics ecosystem.
It reflects on the pivotal moment when transparency became the most valuable commodity in shipping—and how future freight professionals will need to master data, technology, and accountability if they aim to lead.
Part II is both a vision and a warning: the next era of logistics will be shaped not only by technology, but by the integrity of the people who use it.
Together, these two books form one definitive work—a dual-volume masterclass for those who want to understand the global supply chain from the inside out.
It is a book born from lived experience, historical depth, and the pioneering spirit that built Freight-Calculator.com and the Global MAX philosophy of transparency.
For students, for seasoned professionals, for innovators, and for every shipper seeking clarity—this two-in-one volume is your guide to mastering the intelligence of global freight and the future that awaits.
““As the founder of Freight-Calculator.com and a witness to three decades of transformation in global logistics, I wrote The Freight Intelligence Revolution to serve one purpose: to give students and future professionals the clear, practical, and inspiring knowledge I wish I had when I began my career. This is not just a book—it is two complete volumes under one cover, offering a full 360-degree view of how modern logistics evolved and where it is heading. Part I, The Freight Intelligence Revolution, takes readers inside the birth of digital freight technology—how we moved from carbon paper to instant global rate engines, and how online transparency forever changed the way the world ships sea containers and forwards cargo by air. Part II, The Next Frontier, prepares students for the future: predictive ethics, circular supply chains, sustainability frameworks, and the intelligence-driven decision making that will define the next generation of logistics leadership. I designed this book to be classroom-ready. It breaks down complex concepts into accessible insights, connects historical roots to modern practices, and gives schools a resource that builds true professional competency. If your institution teaches supply chain, transportation, global trade, air cargo, maritime logistics, international business, or freight management—this book belongs in your curriculum. My hope is simple: To empower the next generation of logistics professionals with the tools, perspective, and confidence to lead the industry through its most important era yet. ”
Andrés Guerra-Mondragón Founder, Freight-Calculator.com / Global Max Network
Books.by/Freight-Calculator is the publishing imprint dedicated to making global logistics understandable for everyone. Built on more than thirty years of innovation in international shipping and digital freight technology, this imprint delivers clear, authoritative books on sea containers, air-forwarding, international moving, and the future of freight intelligence. Our mission is simple: to bring transparency, insight, and practical knowledge to students, shippers, and professionals who want to understand how the world truly moves.
Books.by/Freight-Calculator is a specialized publishing imprint dedicated to documenting, explaining, and elevating the world of global logistics. Built on more than three decades of innovation in international shipping technology, this imprint stands at the intersection of industry expertise and accessible education—delivering books that illuminate how the world truly moves. Creators of https://www.freight-calculator.com Born from the pioneering work behind Freight-Calculator.com, one of the earliest online freight-rate engines ever created, Books.by/Freight-Calculator offers a catalog shaped by real-world operations and digital transformation. Every title carries a unique blend of historical context, technical clarity, and forward-looking analysis, opening the doors of a once-closed industry to students, shippers, and global readers seeking understanding. Our mission is simple and revolutionary: to democratize logistics knowledge and prepare the world for the next era of freight intelligence. A Publishing Vision Rooted in Innovation The imprint was founded by Andrés Guerra-Mondragón González, a logistics innovator who witnessed—and helped shape—the industry’s shift from carbon paper and typewriters to intelligent, automated systems. In 1991, global shipping operated on fax machines and handwritten airway bills. By 2001, Andrés launched one of the world’s first digital freight calculators, opening a new chapter in logistics transparency. Books.by/Freight-Calculator extends that legacy by translating decades of experience into structured, authoritative works that stand as essential reading for anyone engaged in international trade. Unlike traditional publishing houses, Books.by/Freight-Calculator emerges directly from the operational trenches of freight forwarding, air cargo, sea container movement, customs clearance, and digital rate automation. This makes our catalog uniquely credible, uniquely practical, and uniquely positioned to serve modern logistics education. What We Publish Books.by/Freight-Calculator specializes in works that clarify the most important systems of global mobility: • Freight Intelligence & Digital Transformation Books that trace how shipping evolved from analog processes into data-driven global networks—including the technology behind online freight calculators, predictive systems, and transparency tools. • Sea Container Logistics & Cargo Movement Works that demystify shipping sea containers, port operations, vessel networks, and the practical reality of global maritime trade. • International Air-Forwarding & Air Cargo Systems Accessible texts that explain rate structures, aircraft capacity management, routing logic, and the economic forces shaping global air freight. • Global Relocation & International Moving Guides that help families, students, and professionals understand overseas moving—from shipping methods to customs, documentation, safety, and cost structures. • Future-Focused Logistics Thinking Books exploring sustainability, predictive ethics, circular supply chains, digital accountability, and the evolving responsibilities of global trade professionals. Every title balances the clarity of a classroom textbook with the storytelling and experience of someone who lived the industry from the inside. Why Our Brand Matters In a world where global supply chains influence every aspect of modern life—from food availability to medical logistics, e-commerce, manufacturing, and international travel—understanding shipping is no longer optional. It is essential. Books.by/Freight-Calculator answers that need by offering: ✔ Real industry transparency Several titles reveal the actual mechanics of shipping that traditional training programs often overlook. ✔ Authoritative expertise All works are informed by individuals who built freight systems, negotiated with carriers, launched rate engines, and witnessed the industry's evolution firsthand. ✔ Accessible education Complex freight concepts are translated into clear, structured, readable formats suitable for students, shippers, and general readers. ✔ Global relevance Our catalog covers every major pillar of international logistics—air, sea, customs, capacity, ethics, sustainability, and more. ✔ A future-oriented framework The imprint prepares readers not just for today’s logistics challenges, but for the emerging intelligence-driven systems that will define the decades ahead. Who We Serve Books.by/Freight-Calculator is designed for: • Universities and logistics schools seeking authoritative course material • Libraries building collections on shipping, supply chain, and global trade • Logistics professionals and freight forwarders • Business owners and shippers seeking clarity • Students preparing for careers in global commerce • Innovators studying digital transformation • Anyone fascinated by how the world’s cargo truly moves Our commitment is to produce books that elevate both understanding and professionalism—ensuring that the next generation enters the field informed, confident, and prepared. A Brand Built on Authority and Integrity At its core, Books.by/Freight-Calculator embodies a philosophy: Logistics is not simply an industry. It is the circulatory system of the global economy. We believe the people who operate that system deserve tools that are: • Accurate • Transparent • Ethical • Technologically modern • Grounded in real experience Every book we publish is built on these values. Looking Ahead Books.by/Freight-Calculator is expanding into: • Continental and country-specific moving guides • Mastery series on freight intelligence and operations • Educational textbooks for the Global Max Logistics ecosystem • Analytical works on predictive logistics and sustainability • Historical explorations of logistics evolution Our future catalog will offer the most comprehensive library of logistics knowledge ever assembled for public use. The Books.by/Freight-Calculator Promise We publish with one purpose: To give the world a clear window into global logistics—and to prepare the next generation of professionals who will move the world forward. Every book is a bridge between experience and education, past and future, analog and digital, human intuition and data-driven intelligence. Books.by/Freight-Calculator is more than an imprint. It is the literary arm of a movement toward transparency, understanding, and global freight mastery.
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