Technology Whitepapers

Looking to boost efficiency and profits in LTL freight? This eBook shows you how to automate workflows, cut costly errors, and increase your margins. Imagine booking more loads with 20% extra time! Start mastering the four pillars of profitability today..  

Right now, you probably pay more per mile to operate than ever. Maintain healthier trucks, save thousands in critical repairs, and run a more efficient shop—all through predictive maintenance.  

Intelligent asset monitoring for dry van fleets.

Real-time connectivity, visibility and traceability for refrigerated transportation. 

One of the biggest carriers of refrigerated cargo in North America, C.R. England, tapped ORBCOMM for an advanced end-to-end reefer tracking and monitoring solution that delivered new capabilities and fast return on investment.

Continental Express drives results with ORBCOMM technology.

Learn the power of trailer telematics and which KPIs fleet managers should prioritize to improve their business.

Managing trailer fleets–big or small–is a complex job with many moving parts. Here’s how trailer telematics can help solve some of the more pressing questions that bother fleet managers.

A well-defined RFP ensures a fleet attracts the right vendor who can deliver solutions that meet your needs. Before sending your telematics RFP to vendors, explore these key questions to ensure your fleet’s operations and expectations are aligned for success.

The National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc.'s in-depth whitepaper, "Analysis of the Benefits and Risks for the Transportation Sector," explores AI’s advantages—route optimization, predictive maintenance, and autonomous driving—while addressing critical challenges like data privacy, legal compliance, and cybersecurity. 

Outdated security methods like seed-key exchange leave your fleet vulnerable to cyberattacks, risking critical system control. Discover how to upgrade to stronger protections to safeguard your fleet and operations. Download the National Motor Freight Traffic Association Inc.’s (NMFTA)™ free guide now.

Right now, you probably pay more per mile to operate than ever. Maintain healthier trucks, save thousands in critical repairs, and run a more efficient shop—all through predictive maintenance.  

Outdated fleet software puts your company at risk of cyberattacks.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.

The experts at Tai Software have identified 8 common areas of improvement in your processes. When not optimized, these areas cause inefficiencies that make it difficult to be profitable. Download the ebook, Don't Let Inefficiency Eat Your Bottom Line Today.

Today, with high customer expectations defining industry standards, it's vital to assess your CX. Download this report to explore CX challenges and opportunities in transportation and logistics, highlighting strategies for better satisfaction, ROI, and AI's role in enhancing service efficiency and engagement. 

Today, with high customer expectations defining industry standards, it's vital to assess your CX. Download this report to explore CX challenges and opportunities in transportation and logistics, highlighting strategies for better satisfaction, ROI, and AI's role in enhancing service efficiency and engagement. 

Future-Proof your TMS Infrastructure with a SaaS platform. Download this free ebook to learn the value and benefits of switching to SaaS. Don't leave your fleet vulnerable to cyber-attacks and downtime by hosting your IT infrastructure on-premise. Download today!

Technology is transforming the freight industry, accelerating the transition from manual processes to digital. And in a fiercely competitive landscape where every advantage matters, adopting innovation isn't merely beneficial – it's imperative. In this report, explore six strategies to supercharge your back office.  

This whitepaper examines the differences between consumer-grade tablets and built-for-trucking devices to assess the impact on operations, including:  

• - How different devices fare in demanding weather conditions  

• - Service disruptions and logistical issues with consumer-grade tablets  

• - How managed solutions can reduce overall device costs  

The freight industry is rapidly digitizing and fraud is an increasing concern. Establishing trust through data integrity and transaction transparency is key to overcoming challenges. Download our whitepaper to learn how to navigate the changing freight landscape. 

Keep the roads safer with advanced trailer telematics. In this whitepaper, see how you can gain insights that
lead to increased safety and reduced roadside incidents—keeping drivers happy and your fleet on the road and
profitable.

From how to utilize your existing telematics to what’s on the horizon for future technology, this deep dive into advanced telematics is your cheat code to maximizing your investment – today and for the road ahead. 

Class 8 EV truck charging doesn't need to be limited to a single overnight charge at your own facility. Learn how we can help you expand how to incorporate fast charging (think 75+ miles in 30 minutes or less) into your operations — thereby letting that truck cover more miles every day and maximizing your ROI. 

As sustainability gains traction, fleets embrace electrification with zero-emission vehicles. Gain insights on timing, collaboration, and accessibility in 'Embracing The Electric Future: Your BEV Transition Roadmap,' discovering efficient ways to set up your charging infrastructure.

In this guide, we’ll show you the bones of an integrated and data-driven approach to safety that boosts your bottom line — and the extra business benefits you can unlock. Learn how to optimize your safety program to capture, integrate and analyze contextualized data using telematics.

If running a commercial fleet was easy, you wouldn’t need help standing up to today’s top industry challenges. Download this white paper to read more about using smart fleet management and mobility solutions to navigate several of trucking’s 10 strongest headwinds.

You can lose a lot with an unauthorized open. Including a customer’s trust. Tamper detection, monitoring sensors, and location alerts put your fleet security miles ahead of locks and security—and can also help you run your fleet more efficiently.

Unlock the future of sustainability in your refrigerated fleet operations. Explore cutting-edge transport refrigeration technology to lower emissions and ensure proper temperature-controlled cargo. 

A detailed guide that unpacks all of the challenges fleets need to consider when building EV charging infrastructure themselves — and how to mitigate these challenges by working with a specialized infrastructure partner.

Quality Custom Distribution partnered with EROAD to replace the costly, unreliable process of manual temperature monitoring. The implementation of a new Artificial Intelligence-driven solution has resulted in the elimination of manual temperature checks and significant cost savings for QCD. 

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.

It’s no secret that driver churn is one of the biggest challenges facing the trucking industry. With demand remaining high, qualified drivers always have the opportunity to seek greener pastures — some fleets report annual turnover rates as high as 90%. More than just a scheduling headache, the constant fluctuation can be costly.

Nussbaum Transportation worked with the MobilTM Engineering team to evaluate their fleet’s oil program. After implementing a new lubrication strategy, Nussbaum was able to safely extend oil drain intervals to 75,000 miles and improve their fuel efficiency. 

After implementing a new lubrication strategy, Nussbaum Transportation was able to safely extend oil drain intervals to 75,000 miles. But they didn’t stop there. Seeing these results Nussbaum also looked to improve their fuel efficiency. See how they did it.

Customer service that provides an ROI is crucial for long-term success, but new research found that 55% of organizations in the supply are unsure if their customer service drives ROI. In this report, learn how others in the industry plan to prioritize and improve customer service. 

Today's artificial intelligence boasts capabilities such as predictive maintenance and automated reminders that offer fleets greater efficiency without feeling as invasive as other operations. However, no AI is perfect, and decisions often still require manual overview to finalize important actions.

The Cincinnati region is growing in stature as a leading transportation and logistics hub. According to BE NKY, between 2015 and 2020, the transportation and logistics sector was responsible for more than 85% of all jobs created in the region. This is projected to grow 28% through 2025.

Consumers want goods faster. Your clients want full supply chain visibility. Add in worker shortages, and things get complicated. But it doesn’t take a total tech overhaul or endless budget to solve these challenges. Read the white paper to learn more! 

Discover how AI "smart" maintenance technology can help your fleet improve overall efficiency and gain greater oversight of operations. Download this Buyer's Guide to learn the key strategies for implementing predictive maintenance and achieving maximum cost savings.

In this special extended conversation with Evan Shelley, co-founder and CEO of Truck Parking Club, RoadSigns host Seth Clevenger focuses more deeply on the proposed measures that could help increase nationwide truck parking and improve highway safety and pushes Shelley to talk about what this means for communicating his big idea. 

Stay competitive today and solve the challenges of tomorrow with in-cab automation. See how one of the largest tank truck carriers in the USA did just that by outfitting their fleet with rugged transportation technology.

Discover how fleets in the Food & Beverage industry are leveraging new supply chain technology to minimize costs amidst increasing consumer demands and expectations.

Give your drivers in‑cab tech that saves time and boosts efficiency! ELDs can serve as a hub for optimizing workflows through automation, and provide concrete benefits that extend to drivers, dispatchers, and maintenance staff. ISAAC’s in-cab solution helps put the right information at your drivers’ fingertips when they need it, helping them save time and to keep the wheels turning. 

Power your fleet with choice. A telematics platform should offer solutions that work seamlessly together. Read our guide about switching to a long-term telematics solution that’s powerful, customizable and can adapt to your evolving needs.

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.

Reactive vehicle maintenance is an ongoing, laborious endeavor. The key to increasing fleet uptime and a shop that runs more smoothly is switching to a proactive approach, including predictive maintenance solutions that go further to prevent issues before they arise. 

The report to get your fleet ready for a bigger and better 2023! Pitstop sat down with fleet managers operating various fleet sizes in North America to uncover key findings and insights to help improve your overall fleet performance. Read the latest trends, pain points, and technologies that are impacting the trucking industry today.

Carriers can leverage data to plan upkeep and repairs that help ensure  small defects don't turn into serious breakdowns or cause non-compliance. Find out how in-cab technology supports enhanced fleet maintenance that keeps the wheels turning.

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!

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.

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

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 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. 

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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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. 

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.

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

Are you using big data for intelligent routing & optimization? This ebook explores how big data helps you unlock highly granular and accurate mobility insights to optimize routing and planning, expand in-car delivery options and create a better experience for drivers.

Fleets juggle the need to manage maintenance costs and maintain safety while keeping the wheels turning. Learn how UVeye’s automated inspection systems powered by AI delivers uptime, safety and maintenance benefits in real-time. Predictive fleet maintenance for the 21 century. 

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.

41% of driver communications about pay include questions: driver pay is confusing and stressful. When pay isn’t easy to understand, driver turnover is inevitable. Download this FREE guide to align your culture and driver pay to maximize driver retention.

Insurance premiums are now one of the top 10 operating expenses for trucking fleets, but increasing your emphasis on safety throughout your organization will likely make you eligible for insurance company discounts or reduced rates.

Separating a FSL can save between 15%-25% in operating cash. Why give away cash that you will never get back? Scrutinizing every detail of your fleet’s lease structure is key. This report takes a close look at further FSL limitations. Download now! 

Learn how maintenance and operations teams can get ahead of the energy transition. This white paper from Geotab and Uptake explores alternative vehicle adoption, mixed-asset fleet management, and how AI/ML is offering a road towards continued operational excellence. 

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. 

With eTruck and eBus market shares beginning to rise, there’s never been a better time to go electric. This new white paper discusses the latest heavy-duty EV models and the impact switching to EVs could have on your fleet.

Turn your supply chain weaknesses into strengths. This eBook explores four areas where location technology drives change: multimodal visibility, condition monitoring, indoor visibility and data optimization.

Regardless of your fleet type or what lanes you travel, having the right technology is crucial to your operational success. Discover five key considerations to get the most out of your fleet management solutions and maximize performance, safety and efficiency.

Toll facilities generate billions of dollars every year and much of this comes from trucking. Read the PrePass whitepaper: “A Guide to Trucking Toll Costs in America” and learn how trucking fleets can avoid tolling pitfalls and actually save money.

It’s no secret that CFOs need to be strategic, but adopting a tactical financial approach on top of juggling traditional responsibilities is easier said than done. This white paper dives into how other CFOs are taking on the role of a strategic business partner, while managing a continuous close and how you can too.

Lytx® MV+AI technology is engineered to provide an expanded view of risk by identifying risky behaviors that may lead to collisions, lawsuits, or customer complaints. This additional insight into your fleet can help empower drivers to improve and drive down risk.

Did you know fleets that adopt dash cams are in a better position to defend against claims?  From driver exoneration to protecting CSA scores, the benefits of dash cams are plentiful.  

Download this white paper to learn more.

With eTruck and eBus market shares beginning to rise, there’s never been a better time to go electric. This new white paper discusses the latest heavy-duty EV models and the impact switching to EVs could have on your fleet. 

Unexpected vehicle breakdowns are disruptive and cost more than you think. Take control of your fleet maintenance. Predict and prevent breakdowns before they throw a wrench in your day. Read this white paper to learn about modern maintenance technologies that make you rethink your reactive maintenance workflows.

As we enter Distracted Driving Awareness Month this April, it’s become clear distracted-driving solutions that don’t provide preventative approaches won’t actually change unsafe behavior. Fleet managers can follow these key tips to improve safe driving practices, retain employees, and prevent costly accidents.

With a steep technician shortage and tightened capacity stretching fleets to their limits, maximizing vehicle availability is critical. In this white paper, learn how predictive analytics are helping shops get lean and drive operational efficiency, talent retention, and profitability.

Your drivers are critical to operational success, yet they are only as good as the tools you equip them with. Extend the power of your TMS with a driver-friendly mobile application to streamline daily driver operations. Here are the four key benefits.

Distracted driving is a leading cause of accidents and loss of revenue. Managers can work with drivers to adopt safer driving behaviors with the help of an app that addresses our addiction to technology and prevents distracted driving.

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.

Leading fleets are finding this 15-minute PM is saving repair costs and cutting down time. The technology is proving to be the solution to increase uptime, lower repair and PM costs, and end aftertreatment problems, providing quick ROI.

Adverse weather conditions, like heavy snow or heatwaves, can happen to any fleet. In this white paper we look at ways you can properly prepare for these conditions to avoid crashes, breakdowns and unnecessary costs, and keep your drivers safe.

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.

In this MiX Telematics white paper, we look at the challenges faced by vulnerable road users, such as pedestrians and cyclists, why it needs to be a focus for fleets and how telematics can help make roads safer for all.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and systems interoperability has had a tremendous impact in the back office. This whitepaper explores how AI can be used to make data-related decisions in back-office systems to positively impact a transportation provider’s bottom line.

One factor that can help drivers not jump ship is to make their lives easier. Learn how the Weigh My Truck app can make weighing easier and save your drivers time. Also, discover the fleet benefits from back end data to custom prompts.

We’re all aware of the great safety benefits of in-cab video telematics. However, in this MiX Telematics white paper we shift the focus to the many ways it can improve fleet efficiency, assist with driver training and reduce costs.

Download this simple, 7-step guide to learn: 

• How to vet ELDs for accuracy & reliability
• Key considerations for easy implementation and onboarding for both drivers and back-office staff
• Essential questions to ask for picking a device that will meet your business goals

The importance of driver training must not be underestimated. In this MiX Telematics white paper we discuss why it’s so vital, the roots of effective learning and how to combine psychology with telematics to get optimal training results.

By December, you must transition from AOBRDs to ELDs. It’s crucial that you allow enough runway to research options and plan carefully to get the best result. Use this guide to prepare your organization and set up a smooth transition.