White Papers

White Paper: State of the Industry – August 2024

The August 2024 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what to expect in the coming weeks. The data contained within the report provides breakdowns of capacity, volumes and rates as we enter into the first quarter.

In this report, you will find:

  • The truckload market has shown increasing signs of fragility, but tender rejection rates are tracking similarly to 2019 levels.
  • LT...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/white-paper-state-of-the-industry-august-2024

White Paper– Don’t Let Inefficiencies Eat Your Bottom Line: 8 Areas to Improve Your Freight Brokerage

This Workbook will help you evaluate the eight key areas in your transportation process where inefficiencies and bottlenecks threaten your company’s future. 

By optimizing these areas, you could reduce workloads by 50%, empower your team, and boost your bottom line.

You’ll find practical discussion prompts and worksheets to uncover hidden labor and resource costs, identify redundant workflows, and streamline your processes at each essential touchpoint. 

A look at what’s inside:

  • Proven Results: Tai...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/white-paper-dont-let-inefficiencies-eat-your-bottom-line-8-areas-to-improve-your-freight-brokerage

White Paper: How technology expectations are changing the freight forwarding landscape

Freight technology is increasingly crucial as shippers demand better visibility and tracking. What was once a competitive advantage is now essential. Providers investing in customer experience and technology can achieve higher rates, while those neglecting it risk losing business.

FreightWaves and Logixboard partnered to better understand how technology expectations are changing the freight forwarding landscape. 

Insights include:

  • Shipper tech expectations
  • Factors to consider in tech providers
  • Imp...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/white-paper-how-technology-expectations-are-changing-the-freight-forwarding-landscape

Inside look at the FMCSA drug and alcohol clearinghouse

PCF Transportation Practice Leader, Tim Good, is joined by Erika Wilson, Producer at Good’s Insurance, a PCF company, to discuss the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, a critical piece of the transportation and trucking industry that is often misunderstood.

Learn how drivers and trucking companies can stay compliant, avoid fines, and ensure they’re being safe on the roads with an inside look at how it works.

Topics discussed:

  • Registering for drug and alcohol clearinghouse
  • Obtaining the...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/inside-look-at-the-fmcsa-drug-and-alcohol-clearinghouse

White Paper: Leveraging freight data to optimize global supply chains

Data generation within the supply chain is continuous, providing companies unprecedented access to information. The key to success in this data-rich environment is effectively utilizing this information for growth and other opportunities. 

The ability to capture and analyze this supply chain data is precious and a robust data management strategy is required to do it efficiently and accurately.

FreightWaves and Trax partnered to better understand how shippers manage their supply chains and data.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/white-paper-leveraging-freight-data-to-optimize-global-supply-chains

White Paper: State of the Industry – July 2024

The July 2024 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what to expect in the coming weeks. The data contained within the report provides breakdowns of capacity, volumes and rates as we enter into the first quarter.

In this report, you will find:

  • The truckload market is starting to show signs of life during the summer shipping season.
  • Domestic intermodal volumes are...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/white-paper-state-of-the-industry-july-2024

White Paper: Securing Legacy Maintenance Software

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Outdated fleet software puts your company at risk of cyberattacks. One breach can cripple operations and finances.

Download the National Motor Freight Traffic Association Inc.’s (NMFTA) whitepaper to learn about new threats, vulnerabilities, and solutions for securing your legacy systems. 

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https://www.freightwaves.com/news/white-paper-securing-legacy-maintenance-software

NEW White Paper – Reduction of lifecycle carbon emissions in fleets: why now?

Reducing carbon intensity of fuels used in the transportation industry has gained a lot of attention in recent years due to changing environmental regulations and pressure from supply chain partners. As the largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in the United States¹, the commercial transportation industry is a major player in creating a lower carbon future.

These circumstances are driving urgency for freight carriers to implement lower lifecycle carbon emission solutions within their...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/white-paper-reduction-of-lifecycle-carbon-emissions-in-fleets-why-now

White Paper: How to Get the Most Value Out of Class 8 EV Trucks Today

If you’re in the midst of operationalizing your first few Class 8 EV trucks, you’re likely already beginning to think about how the EV use case will scale. How do you get EVs to contribute to more of your business needs by covering more routes?

The short answer: You may be able to get more use out of your existing trucks, even with the charging network available today, thereby enabling those trucks to do more business in a day.  

This white paper will cover the various use cases available to...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/white-paper-how-to-get-the-most-value-out-of-class-8-ev-trucks-today

White Paper: The Complete Guide to IBM i

IBM i: Outdated or Underrated?

In our digitized world, new technology emerges every day. But are the latest platforms always the best? It can be tempting to dismiss legacy systems for new innovations. One often overlooked system is IBM i.

Designed to be versatile, reliable, and user-friendly, it can run legacy applications without modification. Its reputation for scalability, security, and cost-effectiveness has made it a cornerstone for enterprises across various industries.

Why stick with a...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/white-paper-the-complete-guide-to-ibm-i

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