‘Safe co-pilot’ PlusDrive makes trucking safer, more fuel efficient and comfortable for drivers

Recruiting drivers is tough. Keeping them is tougher. That’s why we’re excited to announce the top trends in driver wants and needs from anonymous driver feedback from 2021 in order to help recruiting and retention leaders do their best work. Read this report to understand how to retain more money, time, and drivers in 2021.  […]

Current economic metrics prove that something extremely bad is happening to our economy, which has the potential to destroy everything we’ve worked for. 

In a time when many trucking companies struggle to retain and hire drivers, the U.S. Xpress recruiting team is achieving double-digit, quarter-over-quarter hiring growth.

Renewable natural gas (RNG) is the leading low carbon solution that helps trucking companies and shippers reduce their carbon footprint and meet their sustainability goals.

Optimize your carrier network and save. A fully optimized carrier network not only lowers your shipping costs, it ensures your customers receive the BEST possible shipping experience. Do you have the right service mix for your business? Download our free eBook to find out. Start saving on last mile delivery today. Take charge of your […]

Driverless technology is maturing, and companies competing in the autonomous trucking market are moving beyond research and development to focus on getting their product to market.

See how Trucker Tools helped Trinity Logistics quickly respond to the changing market space.

A strong freight market and manufacturer backlogs have ignited demand for leased equipment from fleets far surpassing supply. This extraordinary demand could continue to outstrip supply well into 2022.

It’s important for LSPs, cargo owners, warehouse operators and other stakeholders in the supply chain to understand their insurance programs, contractual agreements and best practices to properly protect their businesses.

At a high level, there are four restrictions: Don’t take our secrets, don’t take our employees, don’t take our customers, and don’t work in this industry at all.

You’re only as strong as your weakest link. Don’t let back-office issues bring down the rest of your supply chain.

Even Before Autonomous Trucks, Fleets Can Double Their Capacity     By Tom Kroswek, Vice President, Strategy & Business Development In a previous post, I overviewed how the Autonomous Relay NetworkSM can help carriers and shippers optimize their trucking service for autonomy.  Now I want to explain more about how Locomation works with trucking companies to re-engineer their operating models […]

The ARC system will reduce a truck’s GHG footprint by 22%, Operating Costs by 19%, and Fuel Consumption by 21% PITTSBURGH, PA—Locomation, a leading provider of autonomous trucking technology solutions, today announced the findings of an independent environmental impact evaluation [report link and infographic link], that its Autonomous Relay Convoy™ (ARC) system will dramatically reduce the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) footprint, fuel […]

By Dr. Çetin Meriçli, CEO and Co-founder of Locomation. Concerns about the nation’s supply-chain are making headlines and raising concerns from Main Street to the White House. Parents worry about not having holiday gifts for their children after a stressful and strenuous year, and some worry that sectors dependent on foreign technology may be backlogged for […]

Data-driven decision making is essential to stay ahead in this volatile environment for shippers.

From customers and employees to investors and community members, stakeholder engagement plays a tremendous role in the future of your company.

The success of a business depends on its ability to generate social and political support.

Risks are nothing new to in-transit cargo. Supply chains have always faced unforeseen disruptions. And an influx of data and modernization can be just as challenging…unless it is used correctly. With IoT Technology, real-time analytics, and the digitization of supply chain operations, supply chain managers have the ability to be truly proactive.  Sensitech’s SensiWatch® Alert Solution […]

Written by Steve Keppler, Co-Director, Scopelitis Transportation Consulting One of the nation’s most pressing challenges of today is the condition of the supply chain. The pandemic has stretched its ability to serve the evolving needs of today’s global marketplace. This issue is front and center for government and private sector leaders alike and has become front page news. It also has come home to roost for many households as they […]

We are excited to build out products that free documents and data from legacy workflows and manual processes.

This white paper addresses the new normal that the industry is facing.

One way to solve present capacity and cost challenges is by using technology that not only provides real-time visibility to the trailer status and location but also delivers clear view of the cargo space and capacity utilization.

Renewable natural gas (RNG) has emerged as the leading pathway for low-carbon, clean air trucking.

Prevent fuel waste, improve driver performance

If there’s one immutable truth in the world of logistics, it’s this: LTL is an inherently complex form of transportation. Tariffs, rates, DIM weights, transit times — it’s enough to confuse even seasoned logistics professionals. The solution to this knowledge gap has historically been on-the-job training or university supply chain education, but for a variety […]

Understanding cost modelling and use cases

By D.J. Hoff, Systems Specialist/Autonomous Truck Operator at Locomation In recognition of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (Sept 12-18), I want to address my fellow drivers curious about what the future of autonomous trucking means for them. I have driven trucks for over two decades and have over 1.2 million accident-free miles in over-the-road and […]

A telematics platform that accurately tracks the location and status of trailer assets can deliver both operating efficiencies and fuel savings to achieve emission-reduction goals.

The fast pace of logistics today has no patience for paperwork; it’s evident that today and tomorrow are digital.

In today’s labor market, “throwing people at the problem” does not work.

Register now for Trimble’s Supply Chain in.sights, a virtual series on how to best support drivers.

For many years, traditional software providers denied their users access to web-based applications, by limiting their ability to exchange data with them.

A dedicated fleet gives you the tools needed to meet industry challenges, increase reliability, and focus on your core business.

The race to decrease emissions on transport refrigeration units (TRUs) is posing a major hurdle to commercial fleets. A zero-emission electric trailer is now available, to not only curb emissions but also reduce noise and brake wear.

Fueled by an unrelenting need to increase safety and optimize efficiencies, connected technology is shaping the future of transportation and bringing the industry another step closer to autonomous trucking.

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There is a true broker-to-carrier contract rate that reflects the model of our industry. That rate distorts the true spot rate and should account for maybe two-thirds of the rates brokers provide to benchmarking tools.

By Tom Kroswek Vice President, Strategy & Business Development Tom Kroswek is a logistics and engineering professional with 30+ years of experience in supply chain engineering, transportation analysis, inbound manufacturing support, and distribution/fulfillment operations. Throughout his career, Tom has immersed himself in data analytics, logistics engineering, supply chain analysis, project management, business development and operations […]

Technology is how companies effectively manage their transportation operations. Investing in a TMS (Transportation Management System), the heart of your operations, can lead to many benefits like: Creating efficiencies Improving supplier and partner relationships Enhancing decision making Driving innovation And more A TMS provides solutions to a trucking company’s pain points and creatively supports human […]

How do you avoid frustrating your truck drivers and upsetting customers? For trucking fleets, the secret may be selecting the right ELD provider: one that offers reliable uptime, is easy to use and optimizes end-to-end operations. Complete the form below to access these insights today!

What many brokers fail to understand about electronic processing, is the degree to which it replaces human interaction with automation.

PITTSBURGH, PA—Locomation, the world’s first technology platform to offer human-guided autonomous truck convoying, today marked the third anniversary of its founding and highlighted important recent milestones in its growth. Earlier this month, the company moved into new, more spacious offices in Pittsburgh’s Robotics Row, a hotspot for fast-growing technology companies in the region. To accelerate testing of […]

For one global healthcare company seeking to avoid unexpected costs and shipping inefficiencies, while simultaneously unlocking the benefits of multiple countries and business units under one RFP, powerful automation proved to be the missing piece to the RFP puzzle. Let’s take a look at four reasons why automated LTL RFP processes, like SMC³ BidSense®, are equipped to help save the day.

How NASA’s Mars Rover is helping to chart a path for autonomous trucks

Discover the strategies that top performers are leveraging to capitalize on opportunities.

Is it better to be a technology company learning supply chain or a supply chain company learning to adopt technology?

Faster, safer, better — these consumer expectations for e-commerce delivery are driving a speed-focused freight market.

The sheer size and scope of the global transportation market have created the need for specialization even in enterprise-level software suites addressing diverse requirements groupings. A “one size fits all” approach to transportation does not work and executives and managers must be cognizant when applying systems to their transportation strategy.  This guide focuses on definitions, key […]

Having the right fleet for your business can give you an advantage over the competition and lower transportation costs.

Leaders in logistics are investing in data science disciplines to make smarter decisions and accelerate business goals.

One works inside your system while the other works as an outside guest user.

How to Prevent Costly Delays

Contract puts Locomation’s AV tech to work on PGT Trucking’s freight routes to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs and carbon footprint

DCSA is working on two key standards that will help improve visibility for shippers in the future.

Whether you’re a large or small business, embarking on the quest for sustainability might feel overwhelming if your operations have been less than planet-friendly in the past.

Loadshop is a growing digital freight marketplace that continues to expand its capabilities while driving efficiency and transparency for both shippers and carriers

Shippers will never lose a document, driver or client through an automated rate contract management system.

Don’t fall victim to the common pitfalls that create these gaps. Instead, develop a business continuity strategy to secure extra capacity.

Understanding new trends in tolling in 2021, and how tolling will evolve into the future, is critical for most commercial fleets, especially those with large regional or national footprints. By learning more about tolling trends and evaluating the cost and benefits of using specific facilities, fleets can optimize operations, creating an overall positive impact on […]

With driver shortages dominating the news, you might be concerned to roll-out a new safety system like dashcams and video safety. However, there are many reasons that drivers accept – and advocate – for all fleets to install video safety to protect and reward drivers. Download the eBook to hear drivers’ stories and share with […]

As telematics technology continues to evolve, ConMet is poised to stay on the cutting edge of intelligence and data science in the commercial vehicle industry.

The driver shortage, while not a new problem, requires new approaches to resolve.

To drive development of regulatory policies and autonomous vehicle standards as they intersect with freight transportation, autonomous trucking technology firm hires VP Finch Fulton.

Being a diversified strategic partner is essentially the holy grail of long-term partnership and relationship success.

By Finch Fulton, Vice President of Policy and Strategy at Locomation and former Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy at the US Department of Transportation Developments in autonomous trucking regulations are so new that partisan lines have yet to harden. The benefits around safer, more efficient and more economically viable operations are clearly understood to be […]

Walt Disney predicted the technological advances of autonomous vehicles in his 1958 short film called “Magic Highway.” Read more about the history of AI-driven automobiles.

Automation will mitigate exposure created by process errors and duplication of efforts by integrating disparate systems.

This case study outlines how MeMD’s telehealth solution met all objectives while delivering nearly $34,000 in savings.

This white paper shares what happens when time-critical shipments are mismanaged or lost, and how to solve this devastating problem.

The most fundamental difference between real-time pricing and spot pricing is that one is by design and the other is by mistake.

Reliability in container shipping depends on visibility. Cargo shippers should encourage their carriers and service providers to adopt standards that ensure consistent data and timely exception handling across carriers.

Although it took several years for Epay to gain traction in the market and become profitable, the general consensus among brokers who used it to manage carrier payables was, they wanted it to do more.

The shipping business is tough. We could all use a tip, trick, and new set of tools to help us out. Here’s the 115 best websites, apps & FREE online resources every shipper needs to bookmark for 2021.

The following guidelines can be used to help you prepare, adapt, mitigate and recover from potential loss.

Using Dynamic RFP’s to Mitigate Rate & Service Volatility

“Ignoring ways to optimize work processes may be the death knell for some companies.”

Learn why 72 percent of shippers don’t feel set up for success this holiday season.

This paper shares recent advancements that enable the safe, transparent transport of vaccines.

FDA approval is only the first step in the process.

Before COVID-19, demand for supply chain talent, especially truck drivers, was at an all-time high, outstripping supply and creating major worries for companies across all industries.

This white paper features a 5-step process that will help advise the transportation industry on how to prepare, plan and execute a return to workplace action strategy amid the coronavirus with guidelines and best practices.

Their inability to guarantee coverage is the primary reason why small carriers have been confined to the spot market, and as a result, they’ve earned rates that are often less than half of the rates paid to larger carriers.

3 Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make with the GRI

Container shipping has a paper problem, and it’s never been more obvious than in 2020.

From customs paperwork, to carrier requirements, to potential security clearances… Absolutely everything you need to know about shipping freight between the U.S. and Canada.

This new e-book from the experts at Penske Logistics explores how real-time data can help improve decision making, strengthen relationships and mitigate disruptions.

Transplace collaborates with shippers and carriers to optimize financial and service performance with advanced logistics management technology and services.

This white paper details how carriers can work to gain better visibility into their financial status and strengthen relationships with their customers.

When focusing on the movement of goods, transportation management systems (TMS) provide the engine for digitalization, but do not represent a complete digitalization solution.

This guide outlines the requirements and benefits of a well-structured DCC arrangement.

The “Master Guide for Calculating Freight Class” will help you manage your freight costs, budget and boost your bottom line.

In complex supply chains, not every delivery to a grocery store, wholesaler or food service provider is perfect, due to a number of factors that lead to massive waste.

For specialized industries such as health care and aerospace, the stakes of supply chain interruptions and service failures have never been higher.

Shippers may feel like they are being pulled in two different directions when it comes to dedicated fleet solutions.

Savvy shippers and carriers need to be able to take advantage of new technology and information quickly and easily to ensure they are remaining competitive during these volatile times.

This marks the second year in a row that Convoy has won this prestigious award from Niagara.

Shippers are making carbon reduction an explicit aspect of the procurement processes for their supply chain.

Compliance risk is serious business for shippers, and it can have significant repercussions. Just consider cargo theft, which is merely one aspect of compliance risk.

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