VNFT Group Advances in the Logistics Industry Through Digital Transformation with 1Office

VNFT Group is one of the leading companies in Vietnam with many years of experience in the Logistics and Forwarding sector. After overcoming many difficulties and hardships in its early days, VNFT has found the key to managing its human resources and steering the company towards sustainable development.

1. VNFT Group – Pioneering the Logistics Industry

VNFT Group is a company specializing in Logistics and Forwarding. Established in 2013 as VN forwarding & trading company LTD, it was renamed VNFT Group in 2020 to innovate and grow. The company is currently expanding its operations in Ho Chi Minh City, Hai Phong, Hanoi, Quy Nhon, and Da Nang.

VNFT’s strength lies in its sea freight rates to the US and Canada, as the company holds direct contracts with shipping lines. Additionally, the company offers air freight, customs services, domestic transportation, sea freight rates to other countries worldwide, and various support services for the import-export sector.

Leveraging over 10 years of experience in logistics and forwarding, along with the advantage of having offices in the US and Canada, VNFT Group is confident that its import-export services to the US and Canada are their forte. Notably, VNFT is licensed by the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission to provide services directly, helping clients save both cost and time.

VNFT offers more than just forwarding services; it provides a comprehensive solution for clients, including:

• Consulting on customs solutions, taxes/fees, and expediting the process to ensure swift cargo clearance.
• Custom-designing services under DDU, DDP, and EXW terms by sea and air at prices that fit the client’s budget.
• Offices in the US and Canada coordinate with shippers or consignees in the US and Canada to ensure information is updated promptly and goods are transported according to schedule.

Industry: Logistics

Employee: 20+

Use case: Logistics & Forwarding 

2. The Digital Transformation Challenge for a 10-Year-Old Logistics Company

VNFT was facing a series of HR challenges in managing a team spread across both domestic and international locations. Manual methods proved difficult, making the management process complex and costly. Monthly timekeeping and payroll processing via Excel not only consumed valuable HR time but also created a risk of errors due to its manual nature, affecting the accuracy and transparency of the process.

Furthermore, information storage was another challenge. Employee records and HR-related documents were scattered, making it difficult to retrieve necessary information. This not only reduced work efficiency but also increased the risk of losing important data.

Approving employee requests was another issue VNFT faced with manual methods. The approval process became cumbersome, prolonging approval times and causing delays in decision-making and work processing.

“The period 2021-2022 was a peak growth phase for VNFT Group, and the company set a course to become a multinational corporation with branches in Hanoi, Hai Phong, the US, Singapore, Canada, and more. As a result, our staff numbers multiplied, and VNFT began to face the challenge of how to effectively manage its personnel across all branches. After discussion and research, the Board of Directors realized that only by digitizing the company’s management activities could we optimize work efficiency and effectively save and utilize company resources.” Shared by Mr. Nguyen Duy Khanh – General Director of VNFT.

All these challenges created an urgent need for VNFT Group to transition to modern, automated human resource management solutions to enhance efficiency, minimize errors, and optimize its human resources.

3. The Motivation for Digital Transformation and VNFT’s Expectations on the Journey of Implementing the 1HRM Solution Suite

The main motivation behind this decision came not only from competitive pressure but also from the desire to create a modern, flexible, and interactive work environment. 1HRM, the Human Resource Management solution suite from 1Office, became the top choice for VNFT Group on its transformation journey. In particular, 1HRM’s timekeeping and payroll management feature attracted special attention.

Timekeeping and payroll management not only helps VNFT Group save time but also enhances accuracy and transparency in the timekeeping and payroll process. Automating these stages not only lessens the burden on HR staff but also minimizes the risk of errors. At the same time, this feature also helps VNFT easily track and evaluate labor performance, thereby optimizing human resources and improving productivity.

VNFT Group views 1Office’s 1HRM not just as a management tool, but as a strategic partner, supporting them on their challenging digital transformation journey, opening up new opportunities, and affirming their position in the competitive logistics industry.

Let’s listen to VNFT Group’s full story to learn more about their journey to deciding on digital transformation with 1Office below: