With autonomous, or self-driving, trucks becoming a reality, the opportunities for growth and development in the shipping industry are endless. It can be difficult to pinpoint the impact automation will have on this thriving sector of our economy, but experts remain enthused about the upcoming transformation. Responsibilities Many carriers are beginning to draft policies…
As we continue to experience heavy rains and strong winds in the Midwest during the summer season, it is important to be mindful of how the weather can affect the ETA of shipments. Weather is an external and unpredictable factor that cannot always be accounted for when estimating the delivery date of a shipment.…
Small businesses need to optimize their resources without breaking the bank. Often shipping costs can turn into a large expenditure for companies who do not ship products in bulk. By making sure packages are shipped adequately and efficiently, small businesses can reduce their shipping costs. Use Technology New smartphone apps can allow businesses to…
The economy and the shipping industry are inversely connected due to the fact that trucking is the primary way of processing and moving goods across the United States. The trucking industry has seen a boom in capacity as a result of a strong economy; however, the shortage of truck drivers could reverse the economic success…
Technology is continuing to revolutionize the shipping industry. U.S. ports are experiencing a significant digitization transition. These ports keep the economy moving by creating jobs, processing shipments and securing borders. An increase in technology among these ports means that their capacity can be expanded and more shipments can be processed and handled. The…
As summer approaches, the demand for freight remains in high. With a driver shortage creating a limited truck capacity, it’s only prudent for shippers to explore alternative delivery methods. Read on as we detail how utilizing maritime, rail or air freight methods could be the perfect shipping solution to the nation’s truck driver shortage. …
Xi Jinping, president of China, recently addressed the ongoing disputes between the U.S. and China over import tariffs and foreign investment in a recent speech. Xi has promised to continue to open the Chinese economy to the U.S. by lowering tariffs on automotive import tariffs. The speech settled the escalating tariff threats and frustrations over…
As of April 1, 2018, all commercial motor vehicles have been mandated to be equipped with Electronic Logging Devices (ELD). This ELD mandate requires motor carriers and drivers who currently keep records of duty status (RODS) to switch to electronic logging, according to GeoTab. ELD’s collects data on the vehicles driving time, resting periods, fuel…
As April begins, lawmakers are eager to introduce a new policy that will ensure quality driving for truckers and a more efficient supply chain, according to Supply & Chain Demand Executive. This month also marks the start of National Distracted Driving Month an ideal time to consider solutions to make our roads safer. The proposed…
Anyone who hasn’t been living under a rock for the past decade will hardly dispute that the world is becoming increasingly digitized. From cell phones to computers, the Internet of Things (IoT), a network of physical devices outfitted with digital technology to enable remote connection and data exchange, is now a ubiquitous part of modern…