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Legal changes and their impacts on logistics
The logistics sector in Brazil faces new challenges after court decisions that modified Law No. 13.103/15, known as the Driver's Law. These changes directly affect logistics operations, requiring adaptations in relation to control, cost and labor management. The updated legislation imposes new guidelines for drivers' working hours and rest periods, resulting in substantial changes to the road segment's fleet management system.
Impact on costs and operational management
Industry institutions project an increase of 10% to 15% in costs for long-distance carriers and an even greater growth, of 25% to 30%, for short-distance carriers. This increase is mainly due to three aspects: accounting for drivers' waiting time for loading and unloading as part of the working day; the non-accounting of rest in movement; and the rigidity of the 11-hour interval between shifts. These changes require an operational and strategic reorganization of transport companies.
Technology and innovation as key tools
The need to adapt to these new challenges drives the logistics sector to invest more in technology. Advanced workday management systems and vehicles equipped with telemetry are essential for optimizing route tracking and achieving high operational efficiency. The computerization of the sector should also contribute to an increase in supervision, creating an environment of fair competition and boosting market evolution.
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Workforce Challenges and Strategic Solutions
The new legislation coincides with the aging of Brazilian drivers and the decrease in the number of young professionals entering the activity. This suggests a possible shortage of skilled labor in the future. Given this scenario, logistics companies will need to not only adjust their operational processes, but also seek strategies to attract and retain talent.
Multimodality as a future strategy
Faced with rising costs in road transport, multimodality emerges as a viable alternative, capable of offering more economical and sustainable solutions. The integration of different transport modes can increase the sector's competitiveness and align operations with ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) practices, improving the efficiency of the logistics chain from a cost, sustainability and governance perspective.
Preparing for the logistics future
With the changes to the Driver Law, the Brazilian logistics sector is facing a significant transformation. While the challenges are evident, the changes also present opportunities for innovation and advancement. Efficiency in planning, the adoption of new technologies and the exploration of multimodality are ways that can mitigate additional costs and strengthen the competitiveness of the logistics market.
Source: Maurício Alvarenga, Executive Director of Tecmar Transportes
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