Fleet Managers, you’re the unsung strategists of the trucking world, constantly juggling efficiency, safety, and the well-being of your drivers. We know your goal isn’t just to keep the wheels turning; it’s about making each journey as smooth and stress-free as possible for your team. Let’s explore how embracing the right technology can be a
The use of in-cab cameras, or dash cams, in semi-trucks has been a topic of recent debate within the trucking industry. While these cameras have proven to be effective tools for promoting safety, driver training, and exoneration in the event of an accident, some truck drivers have expressed concerns about being constantly monitored and filmed. This article
Supply chain operations from carriers and freight brokers to factors and shippers are all subject to friction occurring within the transportation industry. To address concerns such as labor shortages, slowed growth, and lack of freight visibility, professionals are turning to hyperautomation technology like Transflo Workflow AI to counteract these pain points. However, if businesses don’t partner
It was the tail-end of June, in 1969, on the brick-lined streets of New York’s West Village…A community of LGBT+ Americans and allies stood up for their rights and began an equality movement we now refer to as Pride… June (Pride Month) may be over, but the importance of diversity and human rights remains. It’s
A Story of Shortages and Price Fluctuations It starts with the turn of the key, and in a flash – potential energy is converted to kinetic energy. A distinct smell of diesel fills the air as professional drivers begin their journey – all thanks to the firing of a few cylinders beneath the hood. For
By Frank Gambino The 732-billion-dollar question on everyone’s mind…where is the trucking industry really headed? After all, it’s no secret that most forecasts have looked something like a heart monitor at a haunted house with rising and falling that has experts scratching their heads at what could possibly come next. There are many factors that
Ready for Prime time While online shoppers wait for Amazon to release official dates for Prime Day, shippers have a deadline to work with: sellers that use Amazon’s fulfillment program (FBA, or Fulfillment by Amazon) have until June 20 to get their Prime Day goods into Amazon distribution centers. Last week Amazon also announced Buy with Prime, a service where third-party
By Verlen Larsen Whether it’s an unknown football team defeating an established champion or a newcomer athlete knocking an unbeatable opponent off their pedestal, we all love rooting for the plucky underdog with heart. But you’re not an underdog anymore. Now that you’ve grown your fleet to 20-200 vehicles, you’re steadily racing to the front
Pumped up fuel prices The benchmark diesel price that the trucking industry uses to calculate fuel surcharges hit a new record on Monday. The Dept. of Energy/Energy Information Administration weekly retail diesel price jumped 74.5 cents to $4.85 per gallon, 9 cents higher than the previous record on July 14, 2008. Fuel prices are up everywhere but
This week we celebrate Veterans Day and give thanks to the men and women who served honorably in the armed forces of the United States. Of the approximately 9 million veterans employed across the U.S. economy, 10.3% are in commercial transportation. Today more than ever, the industry needs people who know how to solve problems under pressure. Here are some points to consider if you’re