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Cool and cold chain management have their own layer of complexity on top of regular logistics. One focus area is quality management, which seeks to monitor and reduce freight spoilage during transit. There are also more regulations and good practices due to food safety and life sciences integrity concerns. Even indirect rules from other government …

Construction jobsites are getting smarter. From cell phones to connected equipment to virtual reality, implemented technology is streamlining processes, helping utilize resources more efficiently and making these areas safer. However, many of the solutions work with only one department, such as accounting or maintenance, and do not communicate with each other. This lack of integration …

Two of our most feature-rich asset trackers are now LTE CAT-1 capable. Enhancing our most popular asset tracker products with LTE fuels greater growth in Smart Trailer applications, where increased operational efficiencies will drive cost savings over the solution’s lifetime. The extended performance of the LTE CAT-1 devices, coupled with their rich features, will equip …

Whether it be a train or bus, passenger load data solutions are more important in your daily commute than you may think. Everyday transit operators rely on data to plan operations and put their transit assets on the right route, at the right time and for the right duration. Without real-time data, transit managers cannot …

Many service companies struggle with determining the best point-to-point routes for their staff. Each day holds a new list of customer appointments. In addition, there are last minute changes to fit in. Your fleet needs an integrated approach that includes data from vehicle and asset telematics that can assist with optimizing routes. Fleet schedules are …

North and South Carolina are not usually top states for major construction activity. However, as their population and economies grow so does the construction activity. A 2017 report indicates that the region has a healthy to strong forecast for growth in construction starts. The increase in projects means more heavy equipment is in use. Thieves …

When it comes to moving freight, ocean and over-the-road dominate global and domestic transportation modes; however, it sometimes makes sense to move goods via air cargo due to perishability or time constraints. Ocean shipping accounts for 90% of global traffic according to the International Chamber of Shipping, and the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics show …

By: David Braunstein, Together for Safer Roads, President The ever-evolving world of technology makes it difficult to not only stay up-to-date with developments in your industry, but to also incorporate these advancements within your own operations. Incorporating technology into fleet operations is not always an easy task, but often, the benefits greatly outweigh the costs …

  Your technology project may be big or small, but when you’re dealing with new tech and new requirements it can be overwhelming. These solutions are often highly customized and the scope can vary from a few new devices to thousands. Consider if your staff has the skills and expertise to install and manage the …

The vehicle finance industry understands risk management. When most of your asset portfolio is your inventory, protecting and managing that inventory is a priority. That’s why so many businesses value the investment they place in a telematics solution, also known as a collateral management system (CMS). A good telematics solution makes it possible to locate, manage …