Business Whitepapers

Trucking company owners waste an average of $9,700 per driver per year on poor processes and tools, according to BeyondTrucks Insights. The report suggests that process re-engineering and automation can help to address these costs, which can be up to twice the net margin for carriers. The report also looks at the impact of poor processes and tools on driver turnover and customer losses, and the differences in the root causes of process costs based on company size. 

Discover how a wholesale energy transporter was able to boost turnaround time between deal and invoice by 94%. Read the case study to learn about the complete transportation management solution and mobile printers that improved efficiency, increased cashflow, and delivered better service.

See how the Mobil Delvac™ team created a lubrication strategy for a Texas-based transportation company that extended oil drain intervals, provided enhanced engine protection, saved more than 500 labor hours for their team, and reduced their costs by over $700,000 per year.

In this free case study, you'll discover how a complete transformation management solution paired with durable mobile printers helped a wholesale energy transporter boost turnaround time between deal and invoice by 94%.

Get flexibility and control with open fleet telematics. Read our guide about switching to a long-term telematics solution that’s powerful, customizable and can adapt to your evolving needs.

How the Mobil Delvac™ lubicrants helped this award-winning trucking company take engine performance to the next level. With our customized lubrication program, they were able to increase uptime by extending their oil change intervals from every 50,000 miles to 75,00 miles

Transportation leaders are playing a game they cannot win with traditional weather sources. Business disruptions from weather are quickly growing both in frequency and complexity. Significantly better technology is needed to protect fleets and ensure operational efficiency. See how you can win using the power of weather intelligence!

See how fleet and maintenance managers can keep trucks on the road for longer and save money with these 4 lubrication best practices from the Mobil Delvac™ team. Plus, learn how our experts can help you implement them successfully.  

A common concern shared by prospective WorkHound customers is that an anonymous outlet will only lead to negative feedback.  In this eBook, we examine the reality behind anonymous feedback, the value of anonymity, and how anonymous feedback can improve company culture.  

What are the most important considerations when purchasing fleet graphics and how do they stack up to help you make the best graphic decision for your company? EPIC Worldwide reviews everything from cost, flexibility and longevity to revenue generating options and retirement to help you make the right choice for your fleet.

T-Mobile Control Center helps accelerate business growth by harnessing the power of Internet of Things (IoT) through custom platforms and flexible solutions—such as agile activation services, dynamic cost controls, SIM ordering and lifecycle management tools, and the ability to monitor devices and device usage in real-time.

Learn how these enterprises are turning to integrated IoT offerings from mobile network operators to create manageable, large-scale IoT deployments by packaging frequency band options (including 5G), account and contract streamlining, and a full slate of IoT lifecycle support services.

You’ll learn what impacts your labor rate and what factors you need to consider when raising it. You’ll also learn how to raise that rate—and the right way to communicate that raise to customers. 

Good labor is hard to find, and it’s only getting harder. Recent research sponsored by DDC FPO determined how labor, skill, and work ethic shortages – particularly in customer service and inside sales roles – impact carriers and third-party logistics providers.

Managing a last mile fleet presents unique challenges. Discover how Goodyear helps last mile fleets find the right tire solutions, stay ahead of issues, reduce downtime and minimize costs to achieve Total Mobility. 

Axle Logistics uses their TMS to pinpoint rates, forecast trends, and accelerate training. Find out how.

Without MPact, getting the same level of analytics would be impossible in many cases and time-consuming at best. – Shawn McLeod

Companies are interested in adopting zero-emission (ZET) alternatives, but there remain significant concerns for the near-term. This report discusses what we know today, details the pros and cons of alternative energies, and reviews what transportation fleets are doing to help ensure they are ready for the future.   

Learn how Sharp Transportation improved their operating ratio.

We’re more confident when we bid, because we know we’ve got more accurate data on costs. – Zan Sharp

L.J. Rogers Trucking, K & L Freight Management, and Nick Strimbu, Inc. are looking at their costs from every angle. 

That’s the key - don’t just look at the revenue. Look at the actual profit on that lane or that customer. – Cory Knowlton

The growing shortage of technicians serving the trucking industry is a critical problem for fleet maintenance managers. But you can keep your fleet on the road and retain great talent with these tips from George Arrants and the ASE Foundation. Download the tip sheet here.

How are fleet managers creating efficient maintenance strategies, while overcoming the rising challenge of data overload? Download Pitstop’s starter guide to learn how to move away from outdated strategies and spreadsheets to an upgraded predictive maintenance solution today.

Anti-idling regulations for reefers are becoming increasingly important in heavy-duty trucking. In an industry that uses high-voltage power, it can be challenging to find solutions that protect personnel, property, and the environment.

Having reliable power as a long-haul truck driver is crucial while parked during downtime and relying on standard batteries and APUs can be inconvenient to provide power to hotel loads for long periods of time. Learn how to power hotel loads inside the cab, even when the engine is turned off. 

The fuel in your fleet’s tanks is a high-demand commodity—and one of your largest hard-dollar costs. Thieves take little risk in stealing and reselling it for thousands of dollars a day. Learn how smart fleet management technology can help you protect your fleet and its fuel.

Read this white paper to learn: 

• the 6 costs of fuel theft 

• 5 red flags that fuel has been stolen 

• how smart fleet management extends your prevention strategies 

Transportation And Logistics Is The Lifeblood Of Our Economy. Companies Are Using 5G To Uncover Exciting Possibilities Across Their People, Fleets, Assets, And Workflows.  Learn how T-Mobile® For Business Can Help Fuel An Industry Transformation, Today And Tomorrow.

The reliability of SkyBitz hardware and software saves Cargo Transporters money, while new features like SkyBitz SkyCamera accelerate ROI by preventing cargo claims from capturing images of loads and by reporting trailer loaded or unloaded status with certainty. 

Fuel prices are high, but your company has worked hard to implement the right fuel program; you’ve negotiated discounts with retail chains and set up bulk and mobile fueling deals… right? 

The Bennett Family of Companies improved its trailer tracking ability by ditching battery-operated devices for SkyBitz’s solar-powered, real-time tracking platform. And saved $1000 per week in labor costs! Discover how in this success story.  

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Going green isn’t just about electrification. It starts with smaller, more practical steps you can take today. Our practical guide includes both short-term strategies and long-term strategies to operating a greener fleet. 

Large verdicts against motor carriers have been increasing. Fleets that adopt dashcams are in a better position to defend against claims. This paper includes important information about the increasingly litigious landscape carriers operate in and the protection that dashcams provide. 

A new guide from SkyBitz presents useful tips for alleviating present capacity and cost pressures with simple-to-use technology for three areas of opportunity: 1) driver retention, 2) driver safety, and 3) trailer utilization. Download your free copy!

Solve the challenges of toll invoices with INFORM Tolling from PrePass! Read this new guide and learn how this easy-to-use tolling software provides tools to: identify areas for toll savings, streamline toll disputes, manage violations, prevent fraud and more!

The trucking industry is standing at a crossroads. Between the driver shortage and the challenges in recruitment and retention, this guide gets to the heart of the problem. You’ll learn shocking statistics around driver health, how it’s feeding the driver shortage, and a new pool of drivers to recruit from.  

BYD electric trucks are hard at work across North America, moving freight at ports and railyards, making deliveries, and collecting refuse. BYD trucks are environmentally friendly with zero harmful emissions while also providing the reliability and performance you need. Our truck’s safe and reliable battery technology improve your bottom line with lower fuel and maintenance costs. 

Drawing on the combined expertise and hands-on experience of dozens of trucking/logistics IT Executives, this comprehensive guide explores the seven core benefits every TMS must deliver: fast, low-cost deployment , automatic software updates, future-proof technology, turnkey integrations, intelligent driver workflow, maximum security and readiness, and business intelligence. 

Oil prices have crept back into the $70s, wholesale prices continued to fall, but not much has changed with demand and supply. As we get into 2022 and the winter weather, prices will reach back into the $80s.

Most freight brokers are inundated with incoming emails from customers looking for a spot quote. Tai Email Assistant is a feature within Tai TMS that uses AI to extract shipment details from incoming quote requests and automatically responds with a quote in minutes.

Tire selection and management for delivery fleets can present unique opportunities. It pays to have a trusted advisor to keep your fleet on the road. Learn how Goodyear’s Total Mobility solutions can help from the first to the last mile. Download the whitepaper below.

Learn how maintenance and operations can use best practices to bring costs for alternative vehicles under control. This white paper explores alternative vehicle adoption, the history of data collection, and how predictive maintenance offers a path toward continued operational excellence.

Freight brokers are on the front lines of the trucking industry. They act as an intermediary between shippers and carriers, which is not an easy job.

Leading trucking fleets are adding on-board video-based performance improvement platforms to their safety programs to get the answers they need.

Whatever the size, type or use of your vehicles, the benefits of dashcams paired with accurate telematics data are plentiful. In this guide, we explore how GPS tracking, driver behavior data and in-cab video recorders can boost safety, efficiency and effectiveness across your entire operation.

The growth of the sustainability movement is changing the fleet industry. Read this white paper to learn how biodiesel is helping fleets lower their emissions while providing the performance and ROI they need.

Jones Contractors realized positive results and massive time savings while going through an FMCSA data review process. Their partnership with Fleetworthy helped lessen their burden and provide subject matter expertise that was crucial in returning a favorable decision.

Fleets’ distracted driving issues are not unique to the industry, as studies show technology addiction is incredibly prevalent. To solve distracted driving, fleets must address this underlying addiction by preventing the dangerous behavior and providing positive rewards for improvement. Learn more and find solutions in this free download. 

While many factors have contributed to the rise of Nuclear Verdicts, the most prominent has been the spread of “reptile theory” as a strategy employed by the plaintiff’s bar.In this eBook, we discuss how: 

• Reptile theory was first used and later took the trucking industry by storm 

• Plaintiff’s attorneys use the strategy against fleets in court 

• Fleets can get ahead of reptile theory before it’s too late 

For a fleet of any size, toll is an expense that is time-consuming to manage and can add up quickly. Ready to save money on toll? Here are the top-five things to consider when determining your approach to toll management.  

Download the latest whitepaper from Bestpass, leaders in toll management, to learn: what toll by plate is and how it works, how toll by plate impacts fleets, how to develop the right toll by plate strategy for your fleet. 

With turnover at truckload fleets ranging from 69% to 90% and the cost to replace a single driver sitting anywhere from $8,234- $20,729, addressing driver turnover should be top of mind for most fleets. 

Now, more than ever, transportation networks need to be reevaluated to capture demand and meet consumer needs. Omnitracs can help you find areas of improvement and adapt quickly. Read “Logistics in the Last Mile” to find out more. 

Many fleet professionals think high driver turnover is an inherent, time-consuming challenge of the trucking industry, but—though it may sound hard to believe—any fleet can reduce their driver turnover with a few key steps. There are four proven strategies for engaging drivers and increasing retention any fleet can implement today. 

Neglecting basic maintenance for fleet trucks to decrease downtime has seriously negative consequences, especially when braking systems are the components being neglected. It’s time to address maintenance proactively to maximize productivity and increase safety. 

Understanding new trends in tolling in 2021, and how tolling will evolve into the future, is critical for most commercial fleets, especially those with large regional or national footprints. Learn more about the emerging tolling trends to optimize your fleet’s operations. 

There are many technologies carriers can select from to make their operation more efficient, profitable and safe. Weigh station bypassing does this with only a small commitment of time and money. Learn what significant and quick dividends you can receive.

Any fleet that operates tolled roads or bridges could possibly receive violations, which often come with additional cost and delayed processing time. A comprehensive approach to toll management requires anticipating violations, minimizing their occurrence, and understanding how to handle them.

In the event of a spill, being prepared with a response plan can make all the difference. Learn how to position your company to protect your bottom line and your brand from unnecessary costs, liabilities and damage.

Having a smart preventative maintenance process for your fleet can be the difference between seeing your bottom line soar and watching it slip away. Download this ebook today and learn our 7 Steps to preventative maintenance.

Supply chain security is an ongoing and ever-evolving process, requiring active risk mitigation and management. Discovering security-related trends, addressing them before they become a true risk, and dealing with unavoidable real-time situations effectively allows you to manage your supply chain’s security.

Due to COVID-19, it’s more important than ever to find additional ways to maximize your driving hours and profit. Whether or not your operation uses weigh station bypassing, now is a great time to examine the benefits and ensure you are leveraging the full value. Download this free whitepaper for details.

Truckers are vulnerable when it comes to health concerns – including the Coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19). Fleets need to ensure the safety of their drivers, staff, and facilities. Download this whitepaper for COVID-19 safety tips and cleaning guides, awareness posters, and more.

The rise of all-electronic tolling across the United States has led to an increase in unplanned toll by plate, which can impact fleets in myriad ways, especially with additional administrative fees and delated billing for toll transactions.

Compliance is essential to how well a fleet operates. Unfortunately, recent statistics show alarming rates in several key areas including traffic law violations, health, and safety. Netradyne is combining artificial intelligence with cameras to tackle compliance through smart data analytics.

As a carrier enrolled in the New Entrant program, you will, at some point experience a New Entrant Audit. This is the whitepaper for transportation safety professionals looking to gain insight into whether they will receive a Pass or Fail rating.

Banks are eager to compete for your business. These eight must-have attributes will help you evaluate and choose a partner that’s dedicated to providing you with the capital, relationships and technology your business needs to keep growing and thriving.

It’s not easy to get a trucking business moving. This guide will help you uncover tips to save money and be more efficient. Learn what investment capital and operating capital you need to get started and how to operate at a higher profit margin.

Discover how the ELD Mandate continues to affect over three million drivers and get the tools you need to start planning for the end of the automatic onboard recording device (AOBRD) grandfather clause.

With the help of Bobit Research Services, MiX Telematics surveyed a range of US fleet professionals on ELD compliance. The survey focused on ELD adoption within US fleets and how the data from full-featured ELD solutions are being implemented.

The results are in! Our 3rd annual Transportation Management Survey findings provide an inside look at the growing importance of transportation management. Understand what top trends are affecting industry leader’s tactics and use of technology in relation to financial performance.

Whether you have one truck or one hundred, a fuel card can provide many benefits to your company. With so many fuel card options out there, it can be challenging to know how to choose the right one. When making your selection, you want to walk away knowing you’ve got the best card to meet the unique needs of your business.

In this whitepaper, we provide actionable insights into how you can expand your driver recruitment pool, shorten the onboarding process to ensure your drivers make it to orientation, and identify and retain your best drivers for years to come.

In today’s post ELD Mandate world, every minute can make a difference in productivity and profitability. Learn how a simple app can save time, boost driver retention and get added back end office benefits, including real time weigh data.

Banks are eager to compete for your business. These eight must-have attributes will help you evaluate and choose a partner that’s dedicated to providing you with the capital, relationships and technology your business needs to keep growing and thriving.

Coaching drivers – with video – is the best way to improve safety in your fleet. Not only will you experience fewer collisions (and near collisions), but you’ll experience savings throughout your fleet and an improved safety culture.

With high quality, reliable and structured data, fleet executives have a competitive advantage. With impactful and actionable information, they can zero in on problems that have the biggest impact on asset utilization and performance. Read Three Great Ways to Use Decisiv Analytics to learn more.

Transportation professionals are being challenged to operate more efficiently, consequently embracing real-time capabilities of freight visibility for improved performance. To realize the maximum value from their investment, top-performing companies look to these best practices for implementing a visibility tool.

Do you know what is involved in (DOT)/FMCSA compliance audits? Do you know if you’ll be selected for an audit? Are you ready for one? This whitepaper helps answer those questions and shows the benefits of conducting a mock audit.

Over the past decade, despite a number of technological advances, commercial driver retention has not improved. Here are 6 steps for fleet managers to consider when building an “engaged” driver environment- that will set fleets up for keeping drivers long-term.

The operating cost of a work truck can far outweigh the acquisition cost based on maintenance, repairs, fuel economy, and more. Knowing where vehicles are in relation to customers’ needs is vital.

Interline payables processing is easily one of the most important and time consuming processes your business will try to manage. We break down the three biggest speed bumps in the process and ways to avoid them altogether.

Tracking is a well-known telematics feature, but it’s just the start of what telematics can do. In the latest white paper from MiX Telematics, we’ll explore how monitoring and analyzing driver hours can drastically improve a fleet's safety, efficiency and compliance.

Knowledge is power - ELD connectivity gives fleets the information they seek to make data-driven business decisions, minimize the cost of operations, and maximize profits. In this whitepaper, KeepTruckin dives deep into the importance of big data for fleet managers and motor carriers, and how they can utilize the information and analytics to improve their business operations.

Recruiting new drivers is hard. That’s why many trucking companies make it their primary mission to retain the drivers they already have. And, with so many retention program options, it’s imperative to know what’s working and what’s most effective.

Features offered by telematics technology – like driver behavior monitoring, live tracking and reporting – are very important. However, your telematics partner must be able to provide supporting services and guidance that extend beyond the technology to help your fleet achieve business objectives and maximum return on investment. This white paper explores why Service for Life is a critical component in the success of your telematics journey.

The best-run fleets are using their data-driven reward program as a differentiator to attract and retain quality drivers. Learn why encouraging safe driving with a data-driven rewards program can be far less expensive than paying for risky driving that results in collisions and claims.

We’ve changed service management forever. But don’t take it from us. Read real-life stories about how manufacturers, dealers, call centers, service networks, managed maintenance providers, and fleets are using Decisiv Service Relationship Management (SRM) technology to improve asset utilization and performance.

This Descartes benchmark study identifies the key trends, tactics and technologies impacting logistics service providers (LSPs) in 2018. We’ll explore the strategic importance of transportation management technology and how its value is measured today and for future investment.

MiX Telematics surveyed 145 fleet professionals across the US in 2018. The aim of the survey was to see the telematics concerns of fleets and the ELD mandate’s impact. This white paper gives an in-depth overview of the results.

When implementing a telematics solution, an in-depth telematics policy goes hand-in-hand with achieving driver buy-in: it defines why telematics is necessary, how the system works, and why drivers must use it. MiX Telematics recommends these essential elements to ensure the success of your telematics policy.

What does it take for drivers and assets to be worthy of your company’s name? After all, they represent your company in a highly visible way every day they are on the road as your moving billboards. Fleetworthy believes the only way to safeguard your business – and the public’s safety – is to operate at a higher standard. To insist on not just meeting the minimum standard requirements, but exceeding them.

Fleet rightsizing — it’s a task many organizations have had to deal with in recent years. If your fleet includes trailers, rightsizing should include these expensive assets. Learn more about the techniques to trailer rightsizing and how it benefits fleet operations.

Gamification can play an instrumental role in improving driving behavior by engaging and incentivizing your drivers. Our guide will provide you with the knowledge and ability to successfully implement gamification in your fleet today.

Best-run fleets are using their data-driven rewards program as a differentiator to attract and retain quality drivers. They use monthly or quarterly driver scorecards based on comprehensive safety, fuel and operational data to develop and retain quality drivers.

Energize your recruiting strategy with practical steps that pack a punch in battling the driver shortage for your carrier. Want to know more? Read on … we promise not to waste your time.

The ELD Mandate went into effect last December and it included a grandfather clause, a two-year period to convert AOBRDs to ELDs. Read this white paper to understand the grandfather clause and learn how leading fleet Crete Carrier Corporation is navigating it. 

As many in the industry know, driver retention has historically been an issue – with no clear solution. In this whitepaper, we provide insight to driver demands and the strategies and tools carriers can implement to reverse the driver turnover trend.

Although they’re undoubtedly experts in the trucking industry, the folks at E.M. Tharp/Golden State Peterbilt admit they weren’t so great at credit and collections. Find out what happened when they entrusted accounts receivable management to Interstate Billing Service.

With the ELD Mandate deadline looming, fleets are understandably focused on ensuring they’re compliant. But many fleets are planning to minimally comply – for them, ELDs will always be a cost center. For fleets taking a long-term view, however, ELDs can mean profit.

Crafted by Hortonworks' 2017 Data Visionary Tim Leonard, this whitepaper is the authority on how big data can supplement your analytics and help your company now. Make faster, more informed decisions at the operational and strategic levels to drive innovation.

This report illustrates the results achieved by three different companies when they questioned whether it was better to lease or own their fleet. How did their decision affect not only their transportation costs, but how their business runs?

In this new white paper, learn how innovative technology provides new and more comprehensive ways to keep vehicles and people safer, as well as ways to avoid the risk and high costs that unsafe transportation practices create.