Fragmentation of logistics tools leads to higher costs, system bottlenecks

With the sheer volume of logistics software tools on the market today, many shippers and carriers are finding it difficult to integrate and share data between incompatible platforms.

Thomas Kowalski, operations manager at CtrlChain, sat down with FreightWaves’ Timothy Dooner to discuss the inherent costs and problems that come with fragmented logistics platforms.

“The market is so fragmented right now that many companies use multiple tools on a day-to-day basis,” Kowalski said. “I can’t tell you...

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Roger enables bulk freight carriers save costs, increase efficiency

Roger enables bulk freight carriers save costs and increase efficiency (Photo: Jim Allen/FreightWaves)

The bulk freight transport ecosystem is one of the most fragmented segments within the shipping industry and is over-reliant on its manual workflows. Roger, a trucking technology company, seeks to change the norm via digital tools for shippers and carriers in the dry bulk truck freight industry. Roger’s platform reduces paperwork and accelerates payment processes for carriers, apart from providing real-time access to freight movement. 

“Roger’s technology helps carriers unlock the power of their...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/roger-enables-bulk-freight-carriers-save-costs-increase-efficiency