White Papers

MicroStar’s business model is built on providing fast service, quality, and flexibility

Not all telematics solutions are created equal.

Integrations Give Shippers the Tools to Withstand Recession

Predictive maintenance offers reprieve from expensive roadside crises

You know you have to innovate… but how can this be achieved in an ever-changing world? Whether it’s delayed shipments, geopolitical/environmental supply issues, or any other problem, having real-time visibility means you are ready to face unforeseen challenges, and are more prepared for possible risk. That is true supply chain resilience and can make a […]

Every wholesaler, distributor and retailer knows that data from their POS system is non-standardized, often times rendering the data you can collect from it useless or, at best, unreliable. Wouldn’t you love access to real-time visibility into sales performance across regions and products? Imagine end-to-end supply chain visibility. A leading multinational corporation with a global […]

This white paper reviews the latest market dynamics and what we can expect for Q3.

Self-driving technology has evolved over the past decade, and autonomous vehicles (AV) have hit the road.

We did a deep dive into the workflows of a legacy transportation management system to learn how these older systems perform vs. modern cloud-based solutions. Our main focus was the time it takes to do everyday tasks from the perspective of a freight brokerage. What we found out will leave you questioning why you’re still […]

This report shares an update on current market conditions across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets.

This white paper explores the challenges in the logistics procurement market and the tactics best-in-class teams use to regain control of capacity and cost while ensuring procurement excellence.

This report shares an update on current market conditions across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets.

Fleets eyeing expansion or currently running a large fleet in this market understand that growth can be costly. Amid sky-high diesel prices and other transportation costs, a toll violation has a bit more sting. Though they are likely low among fleets’ key concerns, violations can rack up quite the bill if left unchecked.  FreightWaves partnered […]

Record high fuel prices in May and June this year have created a significant headwind for motor carriers as they continue to weather the current wave of market instability. In March, after the start of the Russia-Ukraine war, consumers and the transportation industry noticed fuel prices skyrocketing, but the reality is that even before U.S. […]

It is more important than ever for companies to hone in on their inventory management strategies.

For shippers, incorporating sustainability into supply chains is critical.

The data contained within the report provides breakdowns of capacity, volumes and rates as we progress through the end of Q2 2022.

FreightWaves teamed up with DDC FPO to determine how labor shortages are impacting carriers and third-party logistics providers.

If there’s one chain that must never be broken, it’s the cold chain.

What are leading carrier’s IT executives looking for in a modern TMS? Drawing on the combined expertise and hands-on experience of dozens of trucking/logistics IT Executives, this comprehensive guide explores the seven core benefits every TMS must deliver: Fast, low-cost deployment(23) MAG Projects – Guide Layout Automatic software updates Future-proof technology Turnkey integrations Intelligent driver […]