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U.K. Warns of 7,000-Truck Line in Worst-Case Brexit Scenario

September 23, 2020

Preparing for customs checks on trade with the EU is one of the biggest logistical challenges facing Boris Johnson’s government.

Omnitracs Expands Its Platform Offering With Acquisition of SmartDrive

September 11, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

Omnitracs, a provider of SaaS-based fleet management and data analytics solutions, and SmartDrive, a provider of video-based safety and transportation intelligence, recently announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement for Omnitracs to acquire SmartDrive.

A diesel-powered 18-wheeler drives on the highway

U.S. May Allow 18-Year-Olds to Drive Big Trucks on Long Hauls

September 9, 2020

Bloomberg

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is considering a pilot program to test lowering the age limit for interstate commercial drivers from 21 to 18.

Why It’s Time to Upgrade Mobile Technology in Transportation

September 8, 2020

Gary Blohm, SCB Contributor

Although the transportation industry was among the earliest adopters of mobile technology, upgrades have been lagging for the last decade.

U.K. Races to Fix ‘Critical Gaps’ in Brexit Border Plan

September 4, 2020

Bloomberg

Boris Johnson’s officials are urgently working to avert a major border crisis when the U.K. leaves the European Union’s trade regime, amid warnings vital government IT systems may not be ready in time.

Amazon Buys Electric Mercedes Vans in Green Effort

August 30, 2020

Bloomberg

The deal is Amazon’s biggest commitment to date to cut the carbon footprint of its delivery operations in Europe.

Surviving and Thriving Amid Record Disruption

August 27, 2020

BluJay Solutions

Challenge: A customer operating on BluJay’s transportation management system experienced volume increases peaking weekly at 50% year-over-year, driven by COVID-19 and shifts in consumer demand. This created an immediate need to scale carrier procurement efforts to support increased load volumes, while keeping costs in line and meeting customer service expectations.

Walmart Cut 230 Million Tons of Emissions, With Supplier Help

August 27, 2020

Bloomberg

Walmart Inc. has cut 230 million metric tons of greenhouse gases out of its supply chain in the past three years, putting the world’s largest retailer on track to achieve its 2030 emissions goal.

Are We There Yet?

August 21, 2020

E2open

Here's how logistics service providers can adapt to the unexpected to better predict shipment ETAs — and create a positive impact on their end customers.

Control and Compliance Deliver $4.2 Million in Savings

August 13, 2020

Transportation Insight

Challenge: An auto parts manufacturer and distributor experienced steady growth, but decentralized processes and decision-making across 15 facilities made it difficult to monitor less-than-truckload (LTL) and parcel transportation. Poor visibility of weekly transactions slowed error response and impaired avoidance of recurring costs.