
FreightWaves provides industry insights through captivating white papers. Browse our collection of supply chain, logistics, trucking, freight, shipping and other white papers below.
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White Paper: Spreadsheets Aren’t Strategy. It’s Time to Run Like a Real Business.
Still managing your trucking finances on spreadsheets and gut feel? That’s not a system—it’s a liability. As your fleet grows, so do the headaches: payroll, cash flow, taxes, compliance. It all gets harder to track—and costlier to guess at. This guide from PCS, “Take Control of Your Finances: A Practical Guide for Carriers in Trucking,” is built for […]
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White Paper: How private wireless networks are driving efficiency and innovation in distribution and logistics
To scale operations and compete more effectively, many distribution centers and warehouse operators are turning to technologies and tools that enable and accelerate automation. From autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) to Internet of Things (IoT) sensors and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven video analytics, innovative technology solutions are transforming the distribution and logistics industry. But before they can […]
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eBook: Optimize your container drayage operations to stay ahead
The competition in today’s intermodal trucking market is fierce. To stay ahead, you need to master the core processes that power reliable container drayage operations. Precision, timeliness, and adaptability aren’t just buzzwords—they’re the foundation of success. Efficient and resilient drayage operations do more than just move containers; they keep the entire supply chain running smoothly. […]
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White Paper: State of the Industry – July 2025
The July 2025 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what to expect in the coming weeks. The data contained within the report provides breakdowns of capacity, volumes and rates. In this report, you will find: […]
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White Paper: Gartner® Market Guide for Multicarrier Parcel Management Solutions
Is Your Parcel Strategy Ready? The new Gartner® Market Guide for Multicarrier Parcel Management Solutions forecasts a 40% growth in global parcel volumes by 2028. This surge in complexity means the platform that serves you today could become a critical bottleneck tomorrow, creating risks in cost, speed, and customer experience. The guide makes several challenges […]
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The Road Ahead: Freight Market Trends & Industry Insights for 2025
The logistics industry is navigating a period of rapid change as economic shifts, rising fuel costs, regulatory updates and digital transportation are accelerating the need for flexible logistics strategies across the supply chain. Carriers, shippers, and 3PLs are embracing data-driven decision-making and proactive logistics strategies to stay competitive. To gain more insight into how shippers […]
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White Paper: State of the Industry – June 2025
The June 2025 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what to expect in the coming weeks. The data contained within the report provides breakdowns of capacity, volumes and rates. In this report, you will find: […]
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White Paper: Proven Ways to Increase Fleet Safety and Profitability with Analytics
Enhance Fleet Safety and Profitability with SmartDrive Analytics Modern fleets leverage data to boost efficiency, productivity, and profitability. The intelligent Solera Fleet Platform and SmartDrive SmartIQ® analytics provide unprecedented insights into driving performance, helping fleets save fuel, reduce expenses, and improve safety. Achieve Your Business Goals with SmartIQ SmartIQ analytics transforms complex data into actionable […]
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White Paper: Breaking In, Breaking Down: How Cargo Theft is Disrupting Supply Chains
As supply chains grow more complex, so do the opportunities for cargo theft—putting valuable freight, operational efficiency, and reputations at risk. From financial losses to major disruptions, theft impacts carriers and shippers of all sizes across the U.S. FreightWaves and AMAROK have teamed up to uncover the true scope of this threat. Based on an […]
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White Paper: Q2 2025 Carrier Rate Report
FreightWaves’ Carrier Rate Report — Sponsored by Trimble and Deloitte — provides a review of the previous quarter and a forecast for the coming months. Featuring responses from a carrier survey alongside SONAR data, the report is designed to provide intelligence that carriers can use to inform their strategies in the months ahead. Key areas of exploration include: Complete […]
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White Paper: Q2 2025 Shipper Rate Report
The Shipper Rate Report — presented in partnership with BlueGrace Logistics and Trimble — is a quarterly publication using SONAR datasets 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 data and analytics housed in SONAR’s platform. Key areas […]
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White Paper: State of the Industry – May 2025
The May 2025 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares anin-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what toexpect in the coming weeks. The data contained within the report provides breakdowns ofcapacity, volumes and rates. In this report, you will find: Download the complimentary […]
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White Paper: Visibility-Driven Fraud Prevention Playbook
Freight fraud is on the rise—and it’s costing brokers, 3PLs, and shippers millions. This free playbook breaks down how industry leaders are using real-time visibility and AI to expose fraud schemes before they impact operations. From onboarding to final delivery, learn how to identify suspicious patterns, validate carrier identity, and take action in real time. […]
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Case Study: How Evans Distribution Systems increased operational efficiency & customer satisfaction
See how Evans Distribution Systems, a 100-year industry leader, optimized their expanding fleet and processes with Trimble TMW.Suite TMS. Download the full case study to learn how the right TMS drove meaningful improvements across their entire fleet.
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White Paper – Shaping the Future of the Supply Chain: Integration, Automation, and Growth
The global supply chain is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by geopolitical shifts, evolving trade policies, and accelerating technological advancements. FreightWaves and DP World conducted a comprehensive survey of more than 100 supply chain leaders to understand how carriers, shippers, and brokers are navigating these changes and what strategies will define success in the years ahead. […]
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5 Things Every Growing Brand Should Know Before Selling to Big-Box Stores
Retail’s no place for trial and error. Getting your products onto retail shelves is a major win—but one misstep in shipping can cost you the whole deal. From meeting strict retailer requirements to avoiding chargebacks and stock-outs, this guide breaks down what you really need to know before scaling up. Inside you’ll learn: Download this […]
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White Paper: State of the Industry – April 2025
The April 2025 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what to expect in the coming weeks. The data contained within the report provides breakdowns of capacity, volumes and rates. In this report, you will find: […]
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White Paper: Cannabis, Compliance, and Driver Retention
As marijuana usage becomes more culturally accepted and legalized across the U.S., the trucking industry faces new challenges—particularly around driver retention. Navigating the complex relationship between state-level legalization, federal regulations, and Department of Transportation (DOT) policies is proving to be a critical issue for carriers and drivers alike. In this white paper, we break down […]
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eBook: Getting your fleet CARB-compliant
With upcoming changes to the Clean Truck Check program, CARB compliance should be top-of-mind for transportation fleets not only just in California, but across the United States. We’ve put together a comprehensive guide to help your fleet navigate the tricky terrain of CARB compliance. What you will learn: Download the complimentary guide to access the […]
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White Paper: State of the Industry – March 2025
The March 2025 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what to expect in the coming weeks. The data contained within the report provides breakdowns of capacity, volumes and rates. In this report, you will find: […]
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White Paper: How Will AI Impact the Future of Freight Brokerage?
AI has become a driving force in modern logistics, transforming the industry through continuous innovation and increasing adoption. No longer a technology of the future, AI is now a critical tool in today’s operations. So, what does this mean for freight brokers? FreightWaves and CloneOps.ai have joined forces to explore this question and shed light […]
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White Paper: Q1 2025 Shipper Rate Report
The Shipper Rate Report — presented in partnership with BlueGrace Logistics and Trimble — is a quarterly publication using SONAR datasets 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 data and analytics housed in SONAR’s platform. […]
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White Paper: Q1 2025 Carrier Rate Report
FreightWaves’ Carrier Rate Report — Sponsored by Trimble and Deloitte — provides a review of the previous quarter and a forecast for the coming months. Featuring responses from a carrier survey alongside SONAR data, the report is designed to provide intelligence that carriers can use to inform their strategies in the months ahead. Key areas […]
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White Paper: State of the Industry – February 2025
The February 2025 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what to expect in the coming weeks. The data contained within the report provides breakdowns of capacity, volumes and rates. In this report, you will find: […]
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White Paper – The Road Ahead: 2025 Trucking and Fleet Insights
How growing costs and inefficiencies drive the search for tech solutions
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White Paper – Driving Growth in Trucking: A Six-Step Guide to Managing More Freight and Adding Trucks
Ready to Scale Your Trucking Business? Download Our Free Guide to Growth! Are you a trucking company owner looking to: If you answered yes, then our Free Guide, “Driving Growth in Trucking: A Six-Step Guide to Managing More Freight and Adding Trucks,” is for you! You’ll learn: Get the full guide now! Complete the form […]
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White Paper: How Do Roadside Breakdowns Impact Efficiency and Retention?
In a fast-paced and competitive freight environment, operational efficiency is paramount. Every vehicle breakdown disrupts schedules, increases costs and inconveniences drivers. In order to mitigate the far-reaching consequences associated with roadside breakdowns and unscheduled maintenance, it is important for fleets to understand how their current approaches to these incidents are (or aren’t) working. FreightWaves teamed up […]
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White Paper: State of the Industry – January 2025
The January 2025 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what to expect in the coming weeks. The data contained within the report provides breakdowns of capacity, volumes and rates. In this report, you will find: […]
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White Paper: How to Improve Driver Engagement and Reduce Turnover
High driver turnover rates have long characterized the trucking industry. Replacing drivers is an expensive and time-consuming task, and unrelenting turnover rates can have a significant impact on a carrier’s bottom line. Despite industry-wide efforts to improve retention, the problem persists. In 2023, turnover rates worsened on a year-over-year basis for fleets of all sizes. […]
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White Paper: State of the Industry – December 2024
The December 2024 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what to expect in the coming weeks. The data contained within the report provides breakdowns of capacity, volumes and rates. In this report, you will find: […]
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White Paper: How to vet a carrier
This playbook offers a step-by-step checklist on how to vet your for-hire carriers to ensure compliance, reduce fraud, and safeguard freight operations. It provides actionable insights for freight brokers, 3PLs, and shippers alike to verify legitimacy, confirm carrier identities, and surface red flags like double brokering or fraudulent data. Key Points: Fill out the form […]
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White Paper: Q4 2024 Shipper Rate Report
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 SONAR datasets 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 […]
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White Paper: Q4 2024 Carrier Rate Report
FreightWaves’ Carrier Rate Report — presented in partnership with Trimble — provides a review of the previous quarter and a forecast for the coming months. Featuring responses from a carrier survey alongside SONAR data, the report is designed to provide intelligence that carriers can use to inform their strategies in the months ahead. Key areas of exploration […]
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White Paper: Top 10 Must-Knows For FMCSA Compliance
When it comes to safety and compliance on the roads, Trucordia stands tall as a leader in insurance, risk management and loss control with a team of professionals who specialize in all things trucking and transportation. Get the top 10 tips from Trucordia on how to stay compliant with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration […]
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Visibility Guide: Ensuring high data quality to maximize ROI of real-time transportation visibility solutions
In logistics, precision matters. Real-time visibility platforms promise efficiency and control, but without solid data, you might not be seeing the full value. Low data accuracy can slow you down and reduce your ROI. Download our guide to see how improving data quality can boost performance, speed up results, and help you get the most […]
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White Paper: State of the Industry – November 2024
The November 2024 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what to expect in the coming weeks. The data contained within the report provides breakdowns of capacity, volumes and rates. In this report, you will find: […]
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White Paper: The State of Freight – October 2024
This monthly report analyzes the current state of the freight market based on critical insights from our SONAR platform. October’s session includes an overview of recent disruptive impacts to the supply chain from hurricanes and strikes, likely policy changes based on the outcome of the U.S. presidential contest, and intermodal’s role in the evolution of […]
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InfoBrief: Achieving Digital Transformation at a Lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Welcome to the download hub for Getac’s IDC TCO InfoBrief – your ultimate guide to Achieving Digital Transformation At A Lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). This invaluable resource provides detailed insights drawn from nearly 1000 IT decision-makers on how rugged devices are revolutionizing business operations across diverse industries such as utilities, transport & logistics, […]
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White Paper: Next generation Freight Audit and Payment (FAP)
In a time of ever-escalating shipping challenges, outdated technology prevents shippers from reaching their full potential. Today’s landscape demands more than traditional freight audit and payment (FAP) solutions. Download this eBook to discover how Körber’s next generation FAP empowers shippers to: Only by adopting a fully integrated solution that allows you to optimize transportation spend […]
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White Paper: Boost your safety program by overcoming these 4 common roadblocks
Mastering driver and vehicle maintenance data is essential for enhancing fleet safety and productivity. Discover how telematics can reduce downtime, boost productivity, retain drivers, and maximize your safety program’s value with dynamic, integrated safety data insights. Download the complimentary white paper today to access the full insights.
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SONAR White Paper: What freight data tells us about an ILA port strike
From ocean container flows to intermodal rail movements and truckload tenders, our white paper lays out the impact of the port strike.
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White Paper: State of the Industry – October 2024
The October 2024 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what to expect in the coming weeks. The data contained within the report provides breakdowns of capacity, volumes and rates as we enter into the first […]
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White Paper: The State of Freight – September 2024
This monthly report analyzes the current state of the freight market based on critical insights from our SONAR platform. September’s session includes an overview of current freight market conditions and macroeconomic trends, along with a forward look at Q4. All insights are provided by FreightWaves’ Craig Fuller, Founder and CEO, and Zach Strickland, Head of […]
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White Paper – The Road Ahead: Fleet Management, Tech Trends in Logistics
In recent years, fleet managers and decision-makers have witnessed a significant technological transformation in the transportation industry. Today, regardless of the challenges a company encounters, there’s likely an advanced tech solution available to meet those needs. T-Mobile for Business partnered with FreightWaves to gain a better understanding of how today’s fleet managers think about technology […]
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White Paper: How to slash load planning time by 83% with logistics optimization
In freight, time is money. Every minute counts, and every inch of space matters. That’s why leading logistics organizations, such as MAB Kargo, are turning to solutions like Unisys Logistics Optimization™ to gain a competitive edge and drive operational excellence. In this client story, you’ll discover how this automated planning and disruption management solution can […]
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eBook: Agility Today X Resilience Tomorrow
Tech-enabled logistics solutions don’t just help you reduce costs, lower workforce constraint risk, and drive sustainability—they can fuel growth, transform the way you operate, help you reach consumers in new ways and boost your bottom line. To ensure you can realize your desired outcomes, you’ll need a partner with the right experience, expertise and technology—and […]
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White Paper: Understanding AI and What It Can Do for Your Fleet
Cut the noise and get the info you need now. Stop wasting time on endless reports. ISAAC Analytics gives you AI-powered insights to make faster decisions, save money, and optimize your fleet. Download the whitepaper to see how top fleets are improving safety and truck utilization with ISAAC Analytics.
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White Paper: Could AI Transform Your Distribution Center?
In today’s fast-paced e-commerce environment, more than ever before, distribution center operations require agility and accuracy. Ever increasing demand for faster delivery speeds and more robust product variety puts pressure on both companies and their employees. Fortunately, new and emerging technologies, including AI-powered solutions, can provide powerful options for optimizing distribution center and warehouse operations, even as […]
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White Paper: State of the Industry – September 2024
The September 2024 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what to expect in the coming weeks. The data contained within the report provides breakdowns of capacity, volumes and rates as we enter into the first […]
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White Paper: Top 10 Must-Knows For FMCSA Compliance
When it comes to safety and compliance on the roads, PCF Insurance stands tall as a leader in insurance, risk management and loss control with a team of professionals who specialize in all things trucking and transportation. Get the top 10 tips from PCF Insurance on how to stay compliant with the Federal Motor Carrier […]