Don’t fall victim to the common pitfalls that create these gaps. Instead, develop a business continuity strategy to secure extra capacity.
Understanding new trends in tolling in 2021, and how tolling will evolve into the future, is critical for most commercial fleets, especially those with large regional or national footprints. By […]
With driver shortages dominating the news, you might be concerned to roll-out a new safety system like dashcams and video safety. However, there are many reasons that drivers accept – […]
As telematics technology continues to evolve, ConMet is poised to stay on the cutting edge of intelligence and data science in the commercial vehicle industry.
The driver shortage, while not a new problem, requires new approaches to resolve.
To drive development of regulatory policies and autonomous vehicle standards as they intersect with freight transportation, autonomous trucking technology firm hires VP Finch Fulton.
Being a diversified strategic partner is essentially the holy grail of long-term partnership and relationship success.
By Finch Fulton, Vice President of Policy and Strategy at Locomation and former Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy at the US Department of Transportation Developments in autonomous trucking regulations are […]
Walt Disney predicted the technological advances of autonomous vehicles in his 1958 short film called “Magic Highway.” Read more about the history of AI-driven automobiles.
Automation will mitigate exposure created by process errors and duplication of efforts by integrating disparate systems.
This case study outlines how MeMD’s telehealth solution met all objectives while delivering nearly $34,000 in savings.
This white paper shares what happens when time-critical shipments are mismanaged or lost, and how to solve this devastating problem.
The most fundamental difference between real-time pricing and spot pricing is that one is by design and the other is by mistake.
Reliability in container shipping depends on visibility. Cargo shippers should encourage their carriers and service providers to adopt standards that ensure consistent data and timely exception handling across carriers.
Although it took several years for Epay to gain traction in the market and become profitable, the general consensus among brokers who used it to manage carrier payables was, they wanted it to do more.
The shipping business is tough. We could all use a tip, trick, and new set of tools to help us out. Here’s the 115 best websites, apps & FREE online resources every shipper needs to bookmark for 2021.
The following guidelines can be used to help you prepare, adapt, mitigate and recover from potential loss.
Using Dynamic RFP’s to Mitigate Rate & Service Volatility
“Ignoring ways to optimize work processes may be the death knell for some companies.”
Learn why 72 percent of shippers don’t feel set up for success this holiday season.
This paper shares recent advancements that enable the safe, transparent transport of vaccines.
FDA approval is only the first step in the process.
Before COVID-19, demand for supply chain talent, especially truck drivers, was at an all-time high, outstripping supply and creating major worries for companies across all industries.
This white paper features a 5-step process that will help advise the transportation industry on how to prepare, plan and execute a return to workplace action strategy amid the coronavirus with guidelines and best practices.
Their inability to guarantee coverage is the primary reason why small carriers have been confined to the spot market, and as a result, they’ve earned rates that are often less than half of the rates paid to larger carriers.
3 Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make with the GRI
Container shipping has a paper problem, and it’s never been more obvious than in 2020.
From customs paperwork, to carrier requirements, to potential security clearances… Absolutely everything you need to know about shipping freight between the U.S. and Canada.
This new e-book from the experts at Penske Logistics explores how real-time data can help improve decision making, strengthen relationships and mitigate disruptions.
Transplace collaborates with shippers and carriers to optimize financial and service performance with advanced logistics management technology and services.
This white paper details how carriers can work to gain better visibility into their financial status and strengthen relationships with their customers.
When focusing on the movement of goods, transportation management systems (TMS) provide the engine for digitalization, but do not represent a complete digitalization solution.
This guide outlines the requirements and benefits of a well-structured DCC arrangement.
The “Master Guide for Calculating Freight Class” will help you manage your freight costs, budget and boost your bottom line.
In complex supply chains, not every delivery to a grocery store, wholesaler or food service provider is perfect, due to a number of factors that lead to massive waste.
For specialized industries such as health care and aerospace, the stakes of supply chain interruptions and service failures have never been higher.
Shippers may feel like they are being pulled in two different directions when it comes to dedicated fleet solutions.
Savvy shippers and carriers need to be able to take advantage of new technology and information quickly and easily to ensure they are remaining competitive during these volatile times.
This marks the second year in a row that Convoy has won this prestigious award from Niagara.
Shippers are making carbon reduction an explicit aspect of the procurement processes for their supply chain.
Compliance risk is serious business for shippers, and it can have significant repercussions. Just consider cargo theft, which is merely one aspect of compliance risk.
Welcome to Convoy’s Resource Center for Coronavirus (COVID-19).
The trucking capacity crunch, driver shortage, and electronic logging device (ELD) mandate are working together to create a carrier’s market right now.
Waste matters. For nearly every industry, waste contributes to higher costs. But in the freight industry, the stakes are even higher.
CHEP’s iconic blue pallet is not just a product offered to customers—it’s also a unique source of data that helps eliminate waste across CHEP’s network of partners, which include most of the largest consumer packaged goods companies in the world.
Two opposing forces are making the task of transportation management more difficult than ever.
The webinar series will run on April 2, 2020 from 10:00 a.m.-600 p.m. EDT, with a 10-minute introduction session at 9:45 a.m.
As supply chains speed up, fulfillment windows shrink, and customer delivery expectations evolve, the need for comprehensive supply chain metrics, KPIs, and analytics will only expand.
The recent Stay Metrics Stay Index Report echoed consistent themes among truck drivers: they want to work for companies with a driver-centric culture and get paid fairly for their time and service. Stress related to lack of home time, equipment troubles, and delays were highlighted as top concerns. While the focus of the report wasn’t specifically researching new trucking technology, integrating digital tools into everyday processes can address these concerns.
To remain competitive in the marketplace, shippers need to adapt.
“We need to arrive on-time, every time!” “We need better visibility!” “We need more technology!”
Larger shippers must think beyond the short-term peaks and valleys.
Data is enabling businesses across industries to optimize their resources and become more efficient, and commercial trucking is no exception.
A look at how brokers and 3pls process invoices. Sponsored by HubTran.
Leverage real-time analytics and data collection to save you and your customers money across categories.
DHL explains why it is important for shippers to work with a 3PL for their transportation needs.
Learn how existing and future technologies will continue the evolution of supply chains, transportation and warehousing.