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The Cost-Saving Benefits of ELDs: Why Wait for Compliance?

Talking Logistics

Designed to improve highway safety by strengthening driver compliance with hours of service (HOS) regulations that prevent fatigue, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) initiated a ruling in 2015 that mandates the use of ELDs by all commercial vehicle drivers in the U.S. The ELD Opportunity. by December 18, 2017.

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Digital Transformation in Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

ARC Advisory Group, where I work, publishes an analysis of the 25 manufacturers with the most mature digital transformations. This report provides a cross-industry perspective on digital transformation in logistics including digital maturity in inventory management, transportation, fleet maintenance, safety and compliance, and more.

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Kinaxia Signs with TruTac to Ensure Safety and Compliance

Logistics Business Magazine

All companies within the Kinaxia Logistics Group have had TruTac software installed with the aim of ensuring that the Group is operating safely and efficiently, whilst being fully compliant with regulations. It offers all-round compliance control; tachograph management, driver de-briefing and compliance reporting.

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New AI Technology for Warehouse Optimization

Logistics Business Magazine

Rapid audit and analysis of inventory across reserve, pick and bulk locations will drive operational efficiency by saving thousands of hours yearly. Last year, the global research and advisory firm IHL Group estimated the combined cost of stock mismanagement at $1.77

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The Best Explanation for the Supply Chain Crisis Yet

Logistics Viewpoints

The Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG) reported stellar results once again last Wednesday (December 1st). In some logistics application areas, like global trade compliance , they are a market leader. Mr. Ryan’s statements are based on a sound quantitative analysis of what is occurring. Ed Ryan, CEO of Descartes.

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The Weekly Freight Report for March 18th, 2021

FLS Transport

It’s one effort that could potentially help the driver shortage and while trucking groups support the bill, opposers fear it could raise safety concerns. The FMCSA provided and update on a variety of its trucking regulation initiatives at last week’s Analysis, Research, and Technology Forum. Get the full details right here.

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Guest blog: With the Truck Driver Shortage, How Many More Drivers will be Enough?

CH Robinson Logistics

The answer is not simple and involves research and analysis across a number of factors. This data is based on industry output derived from monthly government statistics published by the Census Bureau, Federal Reserve Board, Bureau of Labor Statistics, and Bureau of Economic Analysis. Analysis of employment data.

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