FreightWaves

How CFOs can cut costs through innovative logistics solutions

As businesses grow and expand, one of the many critical responsibilities of CFOs is managing capital expenditures (Capex) and operational expenditures (OpEx) efficiently. Real estate, warehousing and logistics are significant areas of concern for CFOs, as they represent a substantial portion of a company’s ongoing expenses. 

With shifting market dynamics and e-commerce demand on the rise, it’s crucial for CFOs to explore alternatives that minimize these costs while maintaining operational...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-cfos-can-cut-costs-through-innovative-logistics-solutions

Why cross-border trade will boom even with tariffs

As geopolitical tensions rise and tariffs continue to fluctuate, one might expect a slowdown in international trade, especially in discretionary consumer goods. Despite these pressures, cross-border e-commerce is booming, signaling a profound shift in the way consumers shop and brands sell across the globe.​

According to Statista, global cross-border e-commerce sales are expected to reach $7.9 trillion by 2030, up from just over $785 Billion in 2021. That represents a significant portion of all...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/why-cross-border-trade-will-boom-even-with-tariffs

The future of autonomy in physical operations

Because of both the pressing challenges driving adoption and the promising solutions emerging through innovation, autonomous technology is changing the business landscape in striking ways.

A recent panel discussion hosted by Samsara brought together leading experts in autonomous technology to explore how automation is transforming physical operations across industries. 

“At Samsara, we work with the world of physical operations, from construction to logistics to food and beverage distribution,...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/the-future-of-autonomy-in-physical-operations

Crafting a shipper outreach strategy that works

Shippers are not sitting around waiting for your cold call. They are busy. They are cautious. And more than anything, they are looking for consistency and professionalism in the carriers they choose. As we move deeper into 2025, crafting a shipper outreach strategy that is effective requires more than just sending a few emails or making a few phone calls. It demands a system, a plan, and a mindset that aligns with how real business relationships are built today. This is not about “getting...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/crafting-a-shipper-outreach-strategy-that-works

Why the problem with the CDL system is bigger than just ‘non-domiciled drivers’

Lately, it feels like every time there’s a truck accident posted online, the comment section turns into the same broken record:

“Must’ve been one of those foreign drivers.”

“Probably someone with a non-domicile CDL.”

“Another reason they’re taking our jobs.”

Let me be crystal clear: That line of thinking? It’s full of assumptions, it’s dangerous, and it completely misses the real problem.

This issue with non-domiciled CDL holders exploding across the freight industry? It ain’t about race. It ain’t...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/why-the-problem-with-the-cdl-system-is-bigger-than-just-non-domiciled-drivers

How to Track Driver Performance Without Micromanaging

There’s a fine line between leadership and control, and when you’re running a trucking company—whether you’ve got 1 driver or 15—you’re walking that tightrope every day.

Because your gut tells you: “I need to know what my drivers are doing.”
But your instinct also knows: “If I’m in their ear every hour, they’re going to bounce.”

That’s the tension every carrier faces.
You want performance.
You want safety.
You want efficiency.

But you don’t want to be a micromanager.

So how do you do both?

How do you...

The freight industry has a CDL issue, and it’s deeper than it seems 

The freight and logistics industry is facing a critical issue: Many drivers are under-qualified, skirting regulations and avoiding responsibility. Industry stakeholders are asking, “Are our roads less safe due to these drivers?” and conversation across various groups has raised additional questions about the validity of non-domiciled CDL holders. 

The problems

This issue is complex and multifaceted and comes down to a handful of points worthy of investigation:

  1. There has been a significant influx...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/the-freight-industry-has-a-cdl-issue-and-its-deeper-than-it-seems

Southern Tire Mart at Pilot Expands Network

Professional drivers are constantly working to maximize their time on the road. With strict limits on driving hours and increasing demands in the logistics industry, fast and reliable maintenance and repair services are vital. Southern Tire Mart at Pilot (STMP) is rising to meet this challenge by expanding its network of high-quality maintenance and tire service locations across the United States.

Pilot, the largest travel center network in North America, and Southern Tire Mart, a leader in tire...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/southern-tire-mart-at-pilot-grows-network-enhancing-service-for-professional-drivers

How to Get From Lease-On to Authority in 90 Days

The jump from leased-on driver to running under your own authority feels easy when you’re frustrated with your current situation. You start thinking, “Man, if I’m doing all the work, why am I giving up 20%, 30%, even 40% of the money?”

And you’re not wrong to feel that way.

But emotion doesn’t pay for diesel. Hustle doesn’t fix cash flow gaps. And getting your authority isn’t a victory—it’s just the start of a new game.When I recorded that episode of The Long Haul with the team over at CloudTrucks

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-to-get-from-lease-on-to-authority-in-90-days

Trade war’s toll mounts as transportation industry faces major layoffs

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The ongoing trade war between the United States and China is beginning to show significant impacts on the American economy, particularly in the transportation and logistics sectors. Industry experts are warning of substantial job losses and economic disruption as the effects of reduced trade volumes begin to materialize.

“We’re just at the start of the trade war,” said Craig Fuller, CEO of Firecrown Media and SONAR, in a new video on X. “We’ve been at this for a couple of weeks, but things are...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/trade-wars-toll-mounts-as-transportation-industry-faces-major-layoffs

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