Preparing For The Electronic-Log Mandate

FMCSA expected to release new proposed EOBR rule in the first quarter of next year.

September 28, 2012

Electronic onboard recorders (EOBRs), also known as electronic driver logs (EDLs), will soon become mandatory in the trucking industry.

It could then take until sometime in 2014 for the final rule to be published.

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How Baltimore Bridge Collapse Continues to Impact Shipments

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Nominations Close June 7 for 2024 Women in Supply Chain Award

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SCN Summit: State of the Supply Chain

June 4, 2024

Register now to hear from experts about the State of Today’s Supply Chains through topics revolve around Warehouse Automation, Generative AI, Automation, Electrification, Company Culture and more.

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EROAD Incorporates Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service to Accelerate Product Development

EROAD Limited announced plans to develop new products and features using Microsoft’s generative AI to deliver innovative user experiences.

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Steps to Mitigate Risk in Cargo Theft

Trust and cross-industry cooperation, in addition to utilizing prevention methods informed by data, will best position organizations to efficiently maintain risk mitigation against rising threats such as theft.

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AI Perception Software for Next-Generation Vehicles

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AxleHire Rebrands as Jitsu

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Penske’s AI Platform to Deliver Real-Time Insight into Fleet Performance

Penske Truck Leasing unveiled Catalyst AI, an artificial intelligence (AI) platform that delivers real-time insight into fleet performance.

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Nominations Close June 7 for 2024 Women in Supply Chain Award

This award recognizes female supply chain leaders and executives whose accomplishments set a foundation for women in all levels of a company’s supply chain network. Submissions close June 7!

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Lineage Logistics Rebrands to Lineage

Lineage Logistics officially rebranded, changing its name from Lineage Logistics to Lineage.

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Leveraging Diverse Generational Skills for AI-Driven Logistics Success

The next five years represent a unique moment of generational equilibrium when all these qualities will co-exist in the logistics workforce. This is a golden opportunity that the industry should seize.

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Refrigerated Truckload Rates Fell in March

Spot truckload rates continued to slide in March as demand for trucking services moved toward typical seasonal levels, reported DAT Freight & Analytics.

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Global Trade Activity Indicates Rebound in Demand for Manufactured Goods

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IoT Technology for Reefer Trailer Temperature Monitoring

The LoRa ATL-1 wireless temperature monitoring system from Wireless Links allows for a simple plug-and-play setup that is easily scalable for cold rooms and refrigerated trailers.

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AI-Powered Planning Tool for Shipping Liners

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Escalating Middle East Tensions Trigger Surge in Freight Rates

As the situation unfolds in the Middle East, stakeholders are closely monitoring developments and preparing for potential impacts on global trade and shipping markets.

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Digitalization Efforts to Help Shippers Navigate Complex Supply Chain Landscape

Digitalization will remain a linchpin of success, enabling all industry stakeholders to navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities that lie ahead in this dynamic world of global trade.

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Safeguarding Platform to Help Combat Fraud in Transportation and Logistics

Descartes Systems Group developed Descartes MacroPoint FraudGuard to help freight brokers, 3PLs and shippers identify and prevent fraudulent activities related to carrier information, load tracking, and shipment status.

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InRoute Connect to Improve Turnaround Times for Commercial Vehicles in Need of Maintenance

Intangles announced InRoute Connect, a product designed to significantly improve the turnaround time of commercial vehicles in need of maintenance while on the road.

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Carrier Sourcing to Revolutionize Freight Brokerage Operations

Trucker Tools launched Carrier Sourcing, which empower freight brokers to source and vet new carriers with unparalleled confidence.

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Fuel Costs Could Remain Drag on Trucking Conditions

FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index (TCI) for February fell to -5.31 from January’s reading of -1.41. A sharp increase in diesel prices was the principal factor in the deterioration in market conditions for carriers.

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Logistics Reimagined for Next-Level Customer Satisfaction

More companies are turning to integrated digital logistics ecosystems to help optimize their entire supply chain flow and maintain or improve the customer experience.

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Baltimore Bridge Collapse Results in Severe Rating for Atlantic Ocean

Index data from ITS Logistics reflects the considerable demand shifts for the Ports of Norfolk, New York, and New Jersey due to the recent Francis Scott Key Bridge damage.

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AI Products to Provide Unprecedented Visibility into Physical Operations

Motive announced new products and services designed to significantly improve visibility for leaders in sectors like transportation, logistics and more.

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March U.S. Import Container Volume Continues Strong Trajectory

In March, U.S. container import volumes increased 0.4% from February, but jumped 15.7% when compared to the same month last year, according to research from Descartes Systems Group.

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Streamlining Transportation Management Strategies

As businesses continue to prioritize streamlined logistics, the strategies and subsequent actions taken will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in shaping the future of transportation management.

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Supply Chain Stability Improving Despite Ongoing Challenges: Study

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