Ashley Coker

Dec 27, 2023 | freightwaves.com | Ashley Coker

Many logistics professionals are experiencing a somber holiday season, as the freight recession continues to rage. Despite what Reliance Partners CFO Thom Albrecht has dubbed a “brutal winter,” supply chain companies can look forward to renewed hope as the market begins to shift in the spring and summer. “The first signs of encouragement may be around May or June 2024,” Albrecht said.

Dec 27, 2023 | freightwaves.com | Ashley Coker

Fuel economy is a hot topic and the ongoing focus on reducing fuel waste is expected to continue into the new year. Carriers hoping to see improvements should increase their attention on the relationship between fuel efficiency and driving behavior. Historically, carriers have relied heavily on equipment improvements to provide improved fuel efficiency to their fleets.

Dec 27, 2023 | sonar.freightwaves.com | Ashley Coker

The logistics industry is overflowing with ambitious companies pursuing innovative ideas. A much smaller number of players, however, have what it takes to shape the way the industry operates on a grand scale. FreightWaves has accomplished that through SONAR, and the company is committed to partnering with other industry standouts working toward similar goals — including Tai Software.

Dec 26, 2023 | freightwaves.com | Ashley Coker

All forms of fraud – from double-brokering schemes to hacking attempts – are on the rise across the logistics industry. Due to a number of isolating factors, companies that tend to operate in a vacuum instead of collaborating with industry partners are the most vulnerable to these scams. As such, they also tend to be the most targeted. Joining a network of industry professionals provides a tangible sense of security in today’s market. This is especially true in the billing and payment space.

Dec 19, 2023 | freightwaves.com | Ashley Coker

The days between November and January are often dubbed the “happiest time of the year,” but this time span can also be the most dangerous for drivers. Increased traffic, tight delivery timelines and drunk driving all lead to more hazardous conditions for truck drivers. Samsara data shows that hard braking and speeding increase significantly around the holidays, often as much as 20%. These behaviors tend to be more common in heavy traffic; they are also high predictors of future crashes.