Telematics Industry Starts 2020 With Major Investment, Acquisition
Technology companies that specialize in trucking-related services made two announcements that may significantly impact the industry.
PeopleNet ELD Patch Available to Fix Reboot Issue, Trimble Says
Software slowdowns and outages plagued some users of PeopleNet electronic logging devices sold by Trimble Transportation, but patches are now available.
Truck OEMs Say Connectivity Will Drive Future Enhancements
HOUSTON — The growth of connected-truck technology is not only reducing vehicle downtime, but also paving the way for future services and enhancing product development, according to representatives from four truck manufacturers.
Fleets Using AOBRDs Prepare for ELD Transition as Dec. 16 Deadline Nears
HOUSTON — Fleets have been working closely with their technology suppliers to meet the requirements of the federal electronic logging device mandate before an exemption for older e-log systems expires in less than three months.
Trimble Dives Deeper Into Data Analytics, Taps Langley to Lead Transportation Division
HOUSTON — Trimble introduced a broad range of new software features and product enhancements designed to help fleets gain more insights from the data in their systems and collaborate more closely with their shipper customers.
Succeeding with Transportation Software in the Cloud
With increasing changes and improvements in cloud technology, more and more fleets are moving their core TMS and maintenance software to the cloud. With decades of experience managing cloud services, Trimble Transportation is uniquely positioned to guide carriers through the decision to move to the cloud.
June 13, 2019Trimble, Digi Team to Monitor Refrigerated Freight
Trimble Inc. will collaborate with Digi International, a global provider of Internet of Things connectivity products and services, to allow Trimble fleet customers to use Digi’s SmartSense application on refrigerated trailers, according to a joint press release.
February 21, 2019Trimble Product Updates Include More Precise ETAs, Expanded Final-Mile Capabilities
HOUSTON — Trimble introduced a host of product updates and new features for its fleet management software and technology, ranging from enhanced calculations for estimated arrival times and expanded capabilities for final-mile distribution.
Trimble Moves to Unite Its Trucking Technology Businesses
HOUSTON — Trimble has acquired some of the biggest names in the trucking technology sector over the past several years. Now the global technology firm is taking steps to more closely unite those businesses, including PeopleNet, TMW Systems, ALK Technologies and 10-4 Systems, to provide an end-to-end platform under the Trimble brand.
Machine Learning: Empowering Data-Driven Decisions in Trucking
This white paper provides an overview of machine learning, and how machine learning is impacting and improving the trucking industry now and in the future.
July 20, 2018