November is here; the jack-o-lanterns and costumes have been put away. Soon it’ll be time to defrost Mariah Carey and Jimmy Stewart for their December classics and debate whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie. That also means that it’s gift-giving season, and if you’re reading this, there’s probably a professional driver on your list.
During the freight recession that’s plagued the trucking industry since April 2022, a huge problem has been excess capacity. The number of for-hire carriers in the market has grown precipitously over the last several years, with a massive increase in the pandemic years of 2020 and 2021. According to SONAR data, the total number of
AI became a household term in late 2022 when ChatGPT was introduced to the public. Since then, artificial intelligence has exploded across freight tech. From predictive maintenance and telematics to load boards, safety coaching, and document automation, there’s now a solution for nearly every role in the supply chain. But here’s the catch: just because
Every mile matters in road freight, but every minute between delivery and payment matters even more. While fuel efficiency and route optimization are important ways to save costs on the road, there’s a hidden profit killer lurking in back offices across the supply chain: the time it takes to convert a completed delivery into cash
A famous poem once read, “The best-laid plans of mice and men often go awry.” The quote dates back to the late 18th century, so the author couldn’t have known about big data, computing, AI, or even the automobile or tractor-trailer. Still, this short quip lives on almost 250 years later because plans can be
After the presidential election last fall, trucking industry observers knew a significant deregulatory shift was coming to the Department of Transportation, and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has delivered on those expectations as part of the department. As anticipated, the second Trump administration announced a comprehensive regulatory freeze upon taking office in January.
Traditional approaches to carrier-broker relationships, where information flows sporadically and transparency takes a backseat, are rapidly becoming competitive liabilities. Meanwhile, partnerships built on comprehensive visibility and real-time data sharing are emerging as clear winners for improving efficiency, mutual profitability, and sustainable growth. The current market reality: Why visibility matters more than ever The traditional model
In a distributed work environment, building a strong company culture requires intention and creativity. At Transflo, the Engage program has become a cornerstone of our corporate culture, bridging geographical distances while making a meaningful difference in our communities. Founded in 2022, Engage has transformed how Transflo employees connect across departments, functions, and locations. Through virtual
In the transportation and logistics industry, outstanding leadership drives innovation, resilience, and strategic growth. This is especially the case at Transflo, where this International Women’s Day, we’re spotlighting the exceptional women leaders who are helping shape Transflo’s vision and impact across the freight technology landscape. We sat down with four of our outstanding vice presidents
From streamlining business processes to unlocking previously unimaginable innovations, discussions about new technology have become nearly synonymous with AI developments. Yet, while excitement around AI abounds, it’s accompanied by concerns about economic upheaval and workforce displacement. Despite these uncertainties, one thing is clear: AI is an enabler of innovation. The trucking industry is no exception.