India's small and medium enterprises form the backbone of the economy, contributing approximately 30% to GDP and employing over 110 million people according to MSME Ministry data. Yet logistics remains their Achilles heel. Indian businesses face logistics costs averaging 13-14% of GDP—significantly higher than the 8-10% seen in developed economies, as reported by the India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF). For SMEs operating on thin margins, this cost differential can mean the difference between growth and stagnation. The core problem? Fragmented logistics infrastructure and over-dependence on single courier partnerships that cannot scale with business growth. This comprehensive guide explains how multi-carrier logistics aggregators are solving this challenge and reshaping India's SME logistics landscape. Understanding Multi-Carrier Logistics Aggregation What Is It? A multi-carrier logistics aggregator is a technology platform that integrates multiple courier, transport, and ...
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