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This report shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets.

Driver turnover. Fleet safety scores. Insurance premiums. A lot is riding on hiring, onboarding, training, and retaining the right drivers. Ongoing training supported by advanced technology that includes a telematics device makes all the difference. The most effective programs approach training as a continuously evolving process, not a once-and-done rite of passage for new drivers. ISAAC’s in-cab […]

In the May 2023 installment of “The State of Freight,” FreightWaves’ CEO, Craig Fuller, and Head of Freight Market Intelligence, Zach Strickland, discuss the latest industry trends and reveal that we aren’t quite out of the woods when it comes to lack of demand for capacity. While seasonal demand typically elevates during the late spring […]

Build sustainable supply chains and achieve environmental goals with Flexport.org – Flexport’s impact arm that provides the technology and industry expertise for companies that are serious about combating the effects of climate change. Scope 3 emissions, which are those that occur within a company’s supply chain, can account for between 65% and 90% of total […]

FreightWaves’ Carrier Rate Report — presented in partnership with Optym and Trimble — provides a review of the previous quarter and a forecast for the coming months.

The Shipper Rate Report—presented in partnership with U.S. Bank and BlueGrace Logistics—is a quarterly publication using freight payment data from U.S. Bank in conjunction with FreightWaves SONAR data sets to create the most in-depth rate and demand outlook for shippers. The insights within this paper are curated by the market experts at FreightWaves and backed by the proprietary […]

Lowering carbon emissions has become more than just an industry trend. For several years, carriers, shippers and brokers across all modes have become increasingly focused on reducing carbon emissions. It’s just good business practice in a competitive landscape where customers are looking to reduce their scope 3 emissions and to be in compliance with requirements. […]

Download a hands-on guide to help you plan your fleet’s electric future with ChargePoint.

Most companies have yet to reach their potential for customer service ROI. Customer service can be a profit center for those in the supply chain, as providing a positive experience builds customer trust and contributes to retention. About 36% of respondents were unsure whether their organization’s customer service operation drove ROI in 2022, and 19% […]

This report shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets.

The economy has been declining since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Supply Chain Quarterly said that in 2021 “volatility, inflation, and surging demand caused U.S. business logistics costs to increase by 22.4%.”  2022 wasn’t any easier as overall costs, especially maintenance and fuel costs, skyrocketed. In partnership with FreightWaves, Bestpass asked fleets of all sizes across […]

FreightWaves teamed up with Uptake to survey carriers about their experiences with unplanned breakdowns, preventive maintenance and emerging predictive maintenance solutions.

Download this freight market report and learn why FreightWaves experts are seeing a fairly bleak outlook for the rest of 2023.

Learn how to grow your freight brokerage while avoiding common pitfalls so you can scale your business successfully.

The importance of real-time visibility in supply chain management cannot be overstated, as it helps improve transparency, traceability, sustainability, and customer service. 77% of supply chain leaders say real-time visibility is a must-have—and yet, only 25% actually USE it. Tive’s “The State of Visibility 2023” report—based on survey results from over 270 supply chain decision-makers—sheds […]

Our latest report provides breakdowns of capacity, volumes and rates.

Whether you’re a startup looking to gain an edge or an established firm trying to ride the waves, you’ll find data here to help you make informed decisions.

FreightWaves partnered with Emerge to survey shippers on their preferred contract terms, procurement processes and the challenges faced throughout bid season.

FreightWaves CEO and founder Craig Fuller and Head of Freight Market Intelligence Zach Strickland discussed global supply chain conditions in the latest “State of Freight” webinar on March 16. They were joined by Adam Josephson, paper and packaging vertical expert at FreightWaves.

Next-generation ELDs have open platforms, more device options, and a consumer-style user interface (UI) and user experience (UX). Yet, no product offers a one-size-fits-all solution. The pre-packaged features and functions are either too sparse or cookie-cutter to meet each fleet’s unique specifications. That’s why many fleets (including 14 of the 20 largest fleets out there […]