The moving and packing industry is a market niche where a lot can be automated and made more convenient for both the customers and the teams. Mobile apps are proliferating here, digging in on the opportunity, but what makes a successful one? Here, we look at the most important features, as well as provide a brief guide to movers and packers app development.
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On 21-23 May 2025, the Messe Berlin exhibition complex saw the inaugural GITEX Europe 2025 – a tech, startup & digital investment event that reflects the burgeoning European digital market and its push for innovation. Thanks to the initiative by GIZ, SEQUA, and IT Ukraine Association, acting on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs (whom we would like to express our gratitude), Lionwood.software was among the 13 out of 50 companies that were specifically considered for participation and invited to join the exhibitors. Here are some of our takeaways.
On-demand pickup and delivery apps are no longer just for food — they’re transforming industries from retail and logistics to healthcare and home services. But how much does it actually cost to build one of these powerful platforms? The answer depends on your goals, features, tech stack, and more. In this article, we break down the types of pickup and delivery apps, their key components, and the full development process — with real-world cost estimates and tips to help you build a scalable, efficient solution that fits your business. Let’s dive in.
Freight brokers remain a standout group of companies within the modern supply chains – focusing on a relatively narrower realm than 3PLs and poised to operate impeccably within it. Meanwhile, freight volumes are rising alongside customer expectations and regulatory pressure. This, in turn, means transportation management systems used by brokers are becoming a separate type in their own right, serving more specialized needs. In this post, we’ll talk about the role of TMS in freight brokerage, how to know when you’ve outgrown manual or off-the-shelf tools, and which platforms are worth considering—especially if you’re exploring custom solutions.
According to conservative estimates, between 1% and 3% of all freight shipments result in some form of claim – due to damage, loss, theft, or delay. This is more or less tolerable if your company operates on a small scale with no aggravating factors like package type or routes taken – but it becomes a noticeable annual loss with larger volumes. This is where digital solutions come in. Here, we look at the niche but important field of freight claim management software, when it is needed, and what features are most useful for 3PLs, carriers, retailers, and freight forwarders.
Ocean freight management software is a growing niche in the market – and it has its own specifics. No two seas are completely alike, and neither are any two business models that involve maritime trade, so it’s a good idea to select the software that will accommodate yours, whether you are a freight forwarder, a carrier, or a 3PL. Let’s look at what makes sea freight solutions different from other types, and what options businesses of different types and sizes have.
On 14th and 15th May, Lionwood.software had the pleasure to take part in one of the most highly regarded tech events in the Nordic region – Stockholm Tech Show 2025 in Kistamässan. This meeting of over 4500 participants, 250 exhibitors, and more than 150 speakers was a spectacular marketplace of ideas and insights for multiple industries – this year, with a specific focus on cybersecurity and the growing role of AI.
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