Articles Tagged with ''fleet management''

Research identifies e-commerce impacts on trucking industry

Retailers are becoming more flexible in how they transact with consumers by decentralizing their distribution/fulfillment networks to bring inventory closer to consumers.
February 5, 2019
The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), Arlington, Va., released an analysis of the impacts that emerging e-commerce trends are having on the trucking industry.
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Study reveals more fleets adopting fuel-efficient technologies

This is the sixth annual update of the inaugural fleet study.
January 23, 2019
Nearly 20 fleets operating more than 71,844 tractors and 236,292 trailers saved over $600 million in 2017 compared to the average trucks on the road, according to a study released by the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE).
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Tyson Foods to pilot energy-efficient motor technologies in 2019

Once completed, these pilot programs will provide insights to help guide further adoption into Tyson’s supply chain.
December 12, 2018
Tyson Foods, Springdale, Ark., and its subsidiaries announced plans to pilot two emerging motor technologies as part of ongoing efforts to improve fuel efficiency, reduce carbon emissions and conserve energy.
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Building a winning 3PL relationship

The 3PL selection and evaluation process is crucial to achieving a valuable partnership, matching the 3PL’s core values with the company’s needs and creating a source of competitive advantage.
Sofia Cordero
December 11, 2018
The partnership between a business and their 3PL impacts the supply chain in many ways.
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Study unveils insight into truck procurement, disposal strategies

The majority of survey respondents (37%) said they dispose of used equipment through trade-in, followed by wholesale (33%).
November 13, 2018
Fleet Advantage, Fort Lauderdale, Fla., released the second part of its annual benchmarking survey, with topics on procurement and disposal of Class-8 heavy-duty trucks for private fleet and for-hire carriers.
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Research shows lower turnover rate with women drivers

Female drivers tend to be more satisfied in most areas with their carriers, the study says.
November 13, 2018
Stay Metrics, South Bend, Ind., published a new research paper that attributes critical areas of driver job satisfaction and turnover intent to gender.
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