Predicting How Autonomous Trucks Will Impact Shippers

When cost and service needs are met, shippers will rely on autonomous vehicles for their customers.

September 10, 2018

Autonomous trucks (ATs) are barreling down on the transportation industry, and you’ve probably heard about all of the benefits they’ll bring: better safety on the roads, more efficiency for transportation companies and the solution to chronic driver shortages.

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Women in Supply Chain: What They're Doing Matters to the Future of Supply Chains

This year's award took in over 400 submissions, the highest amount of applications for this award. This is because what these winners are doing matters to the future of supply chains.

The 2022 Women in Supply Chain winners in attendance at last year's Women in Supply Chain Forum.

#BetterTogether. Women in Supply Chain Forum Promotes Collaboration in Logistics

The Women in Supply Chain Forum is the industry’s premier networking and educational forum tailored to men and women in executive-level positions to expand their professional network through thought-provoking discussion panels.

Trailer Bridge: How Company Culture Can Overcome Challenges in Logistics

Trailer Bridge: How Company Culture Can Overcome Challenges in Logistics

A positive culture can play a major role in a company’s adaptability during logistics disruption – click here for the Trailer Bridge video interview.

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AI-Powered Identity-Verification Solution to Combat Fraud

DAT Freight & Analytics partnered with Verosint to create what is said to be the first AI-powered identity-verification solution designed to help prevent the unauthorized use of customer login credentials and combat identity theft.

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3 Steps to get Fleets Moving Toward Net-Zero Emissions

What can be done in the near and medium term to support getting trucks on the road toward net-zero emissions? Here are three ways to start.

Kacy Swanson, Vice President of Employee Services at Trailer Bridge

Q&A: The Transformative World of Workforce Development

Managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant sits down with Kacy Swanson, VP of Employee Services at Trailer Bridge, to discuss how Trailer Bridge uses workforce development to invest in their people and grow the future of logistics.

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Key Inflation-Fueled Factors Impacting Online Purchasing Decisions

Non-essential online shopping is on a decline, yet the desire for faster shipping resumes, according to a new study from Ryder System, Inc.

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Trimble Launches Cloud-Based Route Optimization Tool

Appian Daily Planner delivers a modern planning experience, designed to streamline and optimize the complex routing needs of multi-stop mixed and private fleets.

Trailer Bridge: How Company Culture Can Overcome Challenges in Logistics

Trailer Bridge: How Company Culture Can Overcome Challenges in Logistics

A positive culture can play a major role in a company’s adaptability during logistics disruption – click here for the Trailer Bridge video interview.

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Amazon’s Climate Pledge, C40 Cities Partnership to Kick-Start Development, Deployment of Zero-Emission Electric Trucks

Laneshift will help create a roadmap for how the freight industry and cities can work together to accelerate the transition to EV freight.

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Loginno Competition to Fast-Track Proposed Smart Container Projects

The competition is targeting smart container promotion and adoption at the governmental level.

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Freight Network Gives LTL Shippers Access to Gig Economy

WARP’s new technology allows shippers to unlock additional capacity, at faster rates with access to every size vehicle imaginable, from sedans to SUVs and sprinter vans.

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Container Shipping Nears Turning Point, Syncs with 4-Year Global GDP Trend to 2027

While there is optimism for recovery, the overall rates of growth are anticipated to remain lower compared to previous decades,

Women in Supply Chain: What They're Doing Matters to the Future of Supply Chains

This year's award took in over 400 submissions, the highest amount of applications for this award. This is because what these winners are doing matters to the future of supply chains.

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Navigating Complex EV Battery Transport Regulations

Companies in the automotive industry should proactively take steps to ensure that lithium-ion batteries are transported safely and compliantly.

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A Clear Path Forward to EV Adoption and Charging

With more reliable charging standards and networks emerging, EV adoption will continue to pave the way for sustainable fleet and business management.

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Drayage Industry to See Increased Investments: Study

Areas to keep an eye on for more future growth include electronics, food and beverage, automotive, chemicals, oil and gas, and pharmaceuticals.

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Improving Cross-Border Freight Efficiency

At the onset, shipping internationally can feel like a major undertaking, but with careful planning, transparent communication, and the support of a trusted carrier or 3PL, it can be a great way to grow one’s business.

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Staff Shortages Cause Rise in Backlogs; Procurement Managers Remain Cautious: Study

Increasing oil prices push up transportation costs to their highest since February. Global transportation costs also rose to their highest level since February.

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Self-Service, AI-Driven Global Trade Solution for Finance, Freight, Fulfillment

Flexport created what is said to be the first truly all-in-one, end-to-end global trade solution powering instant access to financing, freight, fulfillment, and replenishment to all major marketplaces and retail stores.

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August U.S. Container Import Volumes Continue to Track 2019 Performance

In August, U.S. container import volume increased slightly compared to July, which is fairly consistent with the pattern that occurs in peak season in non-pandemic years, according to data from Descartes Systems Group.

ISEE’s co-founder, Debbie Yu, was named overall winner of this year’s Women in Supply Chain award, presented by Supply & Demand Chain Executive.

Women in Supply Chain: ISEE’s Co-Founder, Debbie Yu, to Revolutionize Logistics with Autonomous Vehicles

ISEE’s co-founder, Debbie Yu, and overall winner of this year’s Women in Supply Chain award, is revolutionizing logistics by building autonomous yard trucks that turbocharge warehouses, depots, ports and factories.

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How Sustainability Factors into Companies’ Transportation Management

With growing consumer sentiment and increasing regulatory requirements on sustainability, companies need to look at sustainable transportation management as an opportunity to lower costs, make customers happier, grow the business and help the environment.

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Fleet Safety as a Cost Saver for Fleets

Ultimately, the implementation of cost-saving systems can help transportation companies thrive in the current economic climate and beyond.

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Navigating the Cross-Border Trade Landscape: Strategies for Carrier Success

As industry leaders approach the upcoming holiday season, carriers will continue to play a crucial role to ensure seamless and efficient operations.

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With a Stream of Shady Goods, Russia Can Keep Its Head Above Sanctions

Private innovation using smart data and analytics has now reached a critical point of value for the public sector and private innovation technology can digitally inspect 100% of customs.

Trailer Bridge: How Company Culture Can Overcome Challenges in Logistics

Trailer Bridge: How Company Culture Can Overcome Challenges in Logistics

A positive culture can play a major role in a company’s adaptability during logistics disruption – click here for the Trailer Bridge video interview.