Brad Jacobs’ new book, “How to Make a Few Billion Dollars,” is filled with lessons for transportation entrepreneurs.
Echo will leverage Navix’s ecosystem of billing data to automate its freight-auditing capabilities.
Will Urban has joined the board of LuckyTruck, a company that uses historical truck data and automation to provide an insurance management platform.
In this edition: Stopping freight fraud in 2024 and all eyes on Mexico in the new year.
With the year coming to an end, columnist Bart De Muynck reflects on 2023 and the new year ahead.
“It is no longer grow at all costs. We must be more efficient with our resources and cognizant of your overhead,” says Zelh’s Jeff Ogren
The next year could be fraught with disruption but investment in logistics technology is likely to continue.
While navigating shifting market conditions can be stressful, shippers that focus their attention on increasing their own operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness can thrive during this time.
It is unclear whether the reduction in emissions is a result of a genuine effort to mitigate environmental impact or a consequence of market dynamics.
The widespread adoption of digital solutions has created opportunities for scammers across the supply chain.
Technology plays an increasingly large role in how supply chains operate and has created a sea change for the industry.
Every time data has to be copied or rekeyed, the process slows down the supply chain and increases the risk of introducing errors.
Filing documents electronically is the norm for businesses today. A 1982 article from American Shipper recalls when the industry first embraced this technology.
Yard automation will bring about significant improvements in how companies manage their transportation hubs, leading to streamlined operations, reduced costs and enhanced visibility.
DAT advises users who suspect they have received a phishing email impersonating the load board to promptly contact the customer service department.
Many fleet owners have become laser focused on moving away from diesel fuel, which accounts for the majority of greenhouse gas emissions in the sector. Heavy-duty electric trucks are poised to be one of the primary solutions to this issue.
Next year’s transportation environment is expected to see gains in three key areas: service, sustainability and technology. Rail has made strides in all three, making it a viable, affordable option for shippers.
The founder of Isometric Technologies describes the company’s goal of building the FICO score for freight.
Emtec Digital, a trusted technology partner for logistics companies, unveiled a groundbreaking platform that enhances productivity manifolds using RPA and AI tools.
The DAT phishing site is almost identical to the DAT ONE site.
