The Total Cost Predictive Model is a comprehensive solution designed to forecast and manage transportation expenses effectively. By integrating real-time data capture through AWS IoT Core and related services, it ensures seamless connectivity and data ingestion from various devices and sensors involved in logistics operations. This includes vehicle telemetry and environmental conditions, contributing to a rich dataset for model training. The implementation encompasses the complete deployment of the predictive system, utilizing AWS services like AWS CloudFormation for infrastructure as code, AWS CodePipeline for continuous integration and delivery, and Amazon CloudWatch for monitoring. The model is designed to integrate seamlessly with existing tools and systems, whether on-premises or in the cloud, providing scalability to adapt to changing business sizes and needs. Security is ensured through AWS’s comprehensive security tools, including AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM, Amazon VPC, and AWS Key Management Service (KMS. Key Features and Functionality: - Real-Time Data Capture: Utilizes AWS IoT Core to collect data from various devices and sensors, ensuring accurate and timely information for predictions. - Comprehensive Implementation: Employs AWS CloudFormation, AWS CodePipeline, and Amazon CloudWatch for efficient deployment, integration, and monitoring of the predictive system. - Custom Integration and Scalability: Designed to integrate with existing tools and systems, offering flexibility and scalability to meet evolving business requirements. - Enhanced Security and Compliance: Leverages AWS security services like IAM, VPC, and KMS to protect data and operations at every layer. Primary Value and Problem Solved: The Total Cost Predictive Model empowers transportation and logistics companies to anticipate and adapt to logistics challenges efficiently. By providing accurate forecasts of transportation costs, it enables proactive decision-making, leading to significant cost savings and enhanced operational resilience and agility. This solution addresses the complexities of managing transportation expenses by offering a predictive modeling system tailored to reduce costs and improve efficiency.