When you strip away the tech jargon, the trucking industry still runs largely the way it always has through a flurry of phone calls, email threads, and messages between brokers and carriers trying to cover loads. Despite an explosion of logistics technology, nearly 80% of U.S. truckload bookings are still made. Primarily via phone and […]
Truck dispatching is about maximizing efficiency, reducing downtime, and ensuring compliance. The best dispatchers are logistics strategists, connecting drivers with freight, optimizing routes, and handling regulatory and admin tasks so carriers can focus on the road.
With freight markets fluctuating and compliance requirements tightening, owner-operators and small fleets are increasingly turning to dispatching services to stay competitive. The right dispatcher can boost earnings, minimize deadhead miles, and streamline back-office operations. But with so many services available, how do you know which one adds value and which one just takes a cut?
This guide breaks down the role of dispatching services, the benefits of outsourcing logistics, and how to find a dispatcher who actually improves your bottom line.
Big fleets can afford them, but are electric trucks a solution for 3PLs? Uber Freight and WattEV are working together to find out.
One of the most interesting takeaways in the chart above details how traditional freight brokerages that have built and marketed their own apps have taken the lead in downloads over third-party load boards.
Shippers should reconsider the pecking order of asset-based trucking companies first, brokerages second.
TruckPager is promising a freight booking future without phone calls. Instead, brokers and shippers can reach the nearest empty trucks with a single notification.
KeepTruckin’s Aman Shahi details why the Smart Load Board is superior to traditional load boards.
Brokers must stay ahead of the curve even in the best of times. In the midst of global market disruption, that becomes an even more important part of staying afloat.
EKA Solutions builds ecosystem for small and medium-size brokers, carriers and shippers
API integrations with shippers and carrier density were key.
Chief marketing officer, service center manager and executive vice president are named.
“The impact of these nuclear verdicts, as well as higher insurance costs, could send more carriers out of business,” said Zach Strickland.
KeepTruckin is shutting down OPL after less than a year in order to create a neutral freight marketplace.
Today, Kevin and Andrew have two special guests: Bill Vitti, chief commercial officer of Truckstop, explains the recently announced partnership with Knight-Swift; then Peter Rentschler from Carrier Direct discusses his takeaways from last week’s Stifel Conference in Miami. Lastly, we discuss the triumphant return of flip phones and why Virgin Galactic stock has tripled since […]
Truckstop.com’s Book It Now feature is available through Redwood Logistics’ LoadRunner TMS, giving users of both services more options and a streamlined booking process.
Chief Relationship Officer Brent Hutto explains the importance of embracing the freight industry’s digital evolution.
Truckstop.com CEO dives into Book It Now and how the company plans to reduce friction between brokers and carriers.
When brokers see their load-matching time go from a couple hours to a few minutes, the shipper and the carrier also win.
Brokers will be able to offer core carriers guaranteed freight and rates at the click of a button.
