Insurance & Risk Management
Insurance & Risk Management, sponsored by Reliance Partners, is a weekly look at how trucking operations of all sizes, including owner-operators, can minimize their exposure to risk and insurance claims. More information on Reliance Partners’ offerings can be found at: www.reliancepartners.com.
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TruckPark mission eases driver parking uncertainty
Every day, more than 40% of all truck drivers on the road use an hour or more of productive driving time to search for a…
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Digitalizing roadside assistance is the need of the times
Digitalizing roadside assistance will help customers get quicker service, while service providers and garages/repair shops can track progress in real-time to ensure high customer satisfaction.
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ELD mandate’s hard deadline is here and adoption rates are still a concern
The hard deadline for the ELD mandate hits on December 16, and a significant portion of the fleets that run AOBRDs are looking to put…
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Customer expectations forcing businesses to deliver faster or die
The rise of e-commerce and the evolution of customer expectations on delivery schedules have propelled the last-mile segment to be more reactive to demand and…
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As fleets adopt technology, the public remains skeptical of safety focus
Fleets have been investing in safety technologies, but the public does not seem to be recognizing this fact, with the majority of Americans believing they…
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The unsurprising growth of Hispanics within the trucking industry
The Hispanic community has contributed immensely to the new American dream and is currently one of the fastest growing ethnic minorities within the trucking sector.
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Positive conversations between fleets and drivers a basic necessity that’s often ignored
High driver turnover rates have been common in the trucking industry for several decades. Improving the quality of discussions between fleet management and drivers might…
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Why measuring driver brain waves might be better than cab cameras to prevent accidents
Fatigue symptoms can be gathered by measuring the brain waves of truckers, which can be used to sound early warnings before drivers show visible signs…
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Drivers as assemblers: a closer look at last-mile freight delivery
Last-mile freight delivery might involve drivers to act as assemblers, helping set up products like furniture and home appliances. These driver-assemblers have specific skill sets…
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Driver appreciation week needs a focus on preventing workplace injuries
The driver appreciation week is celebrated across the country to pay respect to the 3.5 million truckers who haul freight all year round, rain or…
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