Freight Shipping
Transportation Management Systems (TMS): this system was created to aid
freight shipment agencies in effectively managing their supply chains. In
the past, this type of technology was much too expensive for a freight
shipment agency to afford. Thankfully, there have been advancements to
technology, making this system more affordable and attainable. The TMS
manages inbound/outbound scheduling, shipping, transportation
payments, freight billing/auditing and more.
Self-driving Trucks: The promo run by Uber and Budweiser was the first
driverless delivery made. This new technology is supposed to make
deliveries faster and safer; however, some companies are not ready to
jump on the bandwagon. The idea behind self-driving trucks is that the
truck can drive continuously 24/7—allowing the real driver of the truck to
take breaks and nap while the truck stays on the road in “driverless” mode.
This autonomous truck is anticipated to save money due to less
accelerating and brake usage, so the truck will have less fuel waste.
Last-Mile Delivery: The last-mile delivery trend is expanding more than ever
because of the need to beat competitor’s delivery tactics. It is more
important than ever for companies that work in the freight shipping industry
to ensure that their customer’s “last mile of delivery” is as short as possible.
Companies should stay abreast of the changes taking place in the
shipping and delivery industry and be prepared to keep up with the times.