Survey Reflects Concerns Over Adopting Wireless Technology

he integration of new technology with existing systems is the biggest obstacle preventing the trucking industry from using more wireless applications, a survey found.

But the survey also said wireless technology offered carriers economic benefits from three areas: better cargo tracking, improved communications with drivers and faster schedule and route optimization.

Chris Saynor, chief executive officer of Eye for Transport, the London-based transportation consulting firm that conducted the survey, said it showed trucking companies are trying to balance the economic benefits of using wireless technology with the costs of implementation. Eye for Transport also sponsors transportation conferences.