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Conducting a Trucking RFP: Tips for Shippers to Optimize Contract Freight

FreightWaves SONAR

It’s because enterprise shippers are turning to new intelligence tools, such as SONAR SCI , to conduct a freight spend analysis to maximize contract freight use and allocation. These strong partnerships allow shippers to ramp back up quickly and can handle loads and transports more easily after the turmoil 2020 has caused the industry.

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Nurturing the Next Generation of Technicians

Penske Move Ahead

This truck will be a shining light in the Diesel program,” said John Dodson, vice president of business alliance and NASCAR for UTI. Despite the increased number of graduates, the transportation industry has been faced with a growing need for qualified diesel technicians and a shortage of applicants to fill them. It’s current.