Technology
Commercial freight transportation businesses rely on data, intelligence, and novel solutions for operational efficiency. Transport Topics technology coverage investigates available technologies, real-world applications of business solutions, and the strategies necessary for advancement. News topics focus on the latest applied science, and issues range from autonomous vehicle and robotics innovations to management software, tracking and transparency, data analytics, blockchain, and the internet of things.
EFS Upgrades Integration with TMW
Payment processing provider Electronic Funds Source said it has upgraded its integration with TMW Systems Inc.’s Innovative transportation management software.
Best Carrier TMS Software in 2024: How to Choose
Transitioning from basic load board tools or spreadsheets to an advanced, integrated Transportation Management System (TMS) is a critical step for mid-sized truckload carriers aiming to scale effectively and sustain long-term competitiveness.
Shell Launches New Fuel Card for Fleets
Shell Oil Co. said it has launched a new fuel card designed to give fleets more control over purchases.
September 6, 2013J.J. Keller Partners with Verizon to Provide E-log Tablet
J.J. Keller & Associates Inc. said it has partnered with Verizon Wireless to offer a tablet with electronic logging software built in.
September 3, 2013Qualcomm to Sell Omnitracs; $800 Million Deal Called Largest in Truck Telematics
Qualcomm Inc. said it would sell its trucking technology business, Omnitracs Inc., to a private equity firm for $800 million in what is believed to be the largest deal in the commercial-vehicle telematics industry.
September 2, 2013Drivewyze Raises $7.5 Million to Expand Weigh Station Bypass System
Trucking technology firm Drivewyze said it has raised $7.5 million to expand its weigh station bypass system.
August 27, 2013iTECH: Fleets Increase Payments With Warranty Software Rich
When Asif Rizvi, vice president of maintenance at Crete Carrier Corp., switched to a warranty software management program last year, he not only cut his time to file a claim to a day and a half from several weeks, but he also increased the amount of warranty payments he was able to capture. Now, he expects to see payments increase 80% to 85% in the current fiscal year.
August 26, 2013PeopleNet to Combine Software Offerings to Present a ‘Precision Mobility Platform’
SAN ANTONIO — PeopleNet Communications Corp. unveiled what it said will be the next steps in the evolution of its mobile technology and fleet-management software, including support for 4G wireless service, cloud-based data processing and a greater role for predictive analytics.
August 26, 2013Qualcomm Sells Trucking Tech Segment for $800 Million
Wireless technology firm Qualcomm Inc. said it has sold its transportation and logistics business, Omnitracs, to Vista Equity Partners for $800 million.
August 23, 2013XRS, Samsung Collaborate on Dedicated Device for Trucking Industry
XRS said Monday it is working with Samsung to develop an integrated mobile device and software package designed for the trucking industry.
August 19, 2013iTECH: Yard Management Systems Enable Carriers to Raise Their Trailer Productivity
Yard-management systems at large manufacturing plants, distribution centers or retailers’ warehouses can benefit the motor carriers serving those facilities by returning trailers to service quickly, improving overall equipment utilization and fleet productivity, users and vendors of yard systems said.
August 19, 2013