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PCS Software builds combined shipper-carrier TMS through UltraShipTMS acquisition
Deal creates unified interface for dispatch, fleet management, and accounting, firm says.
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Transportation IT
Data sharing could streamline less-than-truckload operations, shippers and carriers say
Digital LTL Council seeks common standards for electronic bill of lading, led by project44, SMC3.
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Convoy says smart trailer pool can speed freight turns
Enhancements to drop-and-hook network use machine learning and IoT to predict and automate moves, digital broker says.
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INTERNET OF THINGS
IoT goes: 5G, whiz
The advent of 5G wireless networks could pave the way for a supercharged internet of things (IoT), transforming the way logistics operations monitor equipment, track inventory, and even train employees.
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Gartner: it’s not too early to apply cutting edge tech to transportation sector
Logistics operations could save millions through small improvements made by IoT, analytics, and AI.
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Last-mile execution startup Onfleet raises $14 million
Software firm plans expansion to match pandemic-fed growth in home delivery volumes.
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Artificial intelligence continues to mature with o9 and Project44 partnership
Improved AI works hand in hand with precision data, firms say.
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Private equity firm buys Rand McNally, plans investments in products and acquisitions
California-based Teleo Capital installs Joseph Roark as chairman of venerable fleet management provider.
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Five rail operators join forces to tag train cars with telematic sensors
“Rail Pulse” initiative could improve safety, make rail more competitive with other freight modes, partners say.
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Podcasts
The Logistics Matters podcast: Drew McElroy of Transfix on freight markets and last-mile delivery | Season 1 Episode 29
We discuss freight markets and the challenges of last-mile deliveries with Drew McElroy, chairman and co-founder of digital freight-matching vendor Transfix. Also: how retailers are preparing for this unique peak season; dealing with an avalanche of returns.
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