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FreightWaves provides industry insights through captivating white papers. Browse our collection of supply chain, logistics, trucking, freight, shipping and other white papers below.

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White Paper: How to slash load planning time by 83% with logistics optimization

In freight, time is money. Every minute counts, and every inch of space matters.  That’s why leading logistics organizations, such as MAB Kargo, are turning to solutions like Unisys Logistics […]

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eBook: Agility Today X Resilience Tomorrow

Tech-enabled logistics solutions don’t just help you reduce costs, lower workforce constraint risk, and drive sustainability—they can fuel growth, transform the way you operate, help you reach consumers in new […]

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White Paper: Understanding AI and What It Can Do for Your Fleet

Cut the noise and get the info you need now. Stop wasting time on endless reports. ISAAC Analytics gives you AI-powered insights to make faster decisions, save money, and optimize […]

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White Paper: Could AI Transform Your Distribution Center?

In today’s fast-paced e-commerce environment, more than ever before, distribution center operations require agility and accuracy. Ever increasing demand for faster delivery speeds and more robust product variety puts pressure […]

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White Paper: State of the Industry – September 2024

The September 2024 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what […]

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White Paper: Top 10 Must-Knows For FMCSA Compliance

When it comes to safety and compliance on the roads, PCF Insurance stands tall as a leader in insurance, risk management and loss control with a team of professionals who […]

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White Paper: Q3 2024 Shipper Rate Report

The Shipper Rate Report—presented in partnership with U.S. Bank and BlueGrace Logistics—is a quarterly publication using freight payment data from U.S. Bank in conjunction with FreightWaves SONAR data sets to create the most […]

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Free Guide- Your Fleet is at Risk: Download Seed-Key Exchange Guide Now 

Modern trucks rely on advanced systems vulnerable to cyberattacks, posing serious risks to fleet operations. Traditional security methods, like the seed-key exchange, are becoming outdated, leaving fleets exposed to potential […]

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White Paper: Q3 2024 Carrier Rate Report

FreightWaves’ Carrier Rate Report — presented in partnership with Trimble — provides a review of the previous quarter and a forecast for the coming months. Featuring responses from a carrier survey alongside […]

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White Paper: Exploring the Merits of Rail

Despite the many advantages of rail transportation, shippers in North America tend to rely more on over-the-road trucking for most transportation needs. A variety of factors help explain this discrepancy, […]

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White Paper– Don’t Let Inefficiencies Eat Your Bottom Line: 8 Areas to Improve Your Freight Brokerage

This Workbook will help you evaluate the eight key areas in your transportation process where inefficiencies and bottlenecks threaten your company’s future.  By optimizing these areas, you could reduce workloads […]

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White Paper: State of the Industry – August 2024

The August 2024 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what […]

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White Paper: How technology expectations are changing the freight forwarding landscape

Freight technology is increasingly crucial as shippers demand better visibility and tracking. What was once a competitive advantage is now essential. Providers investing in customer experience and technology can achieve […]

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Inside look at the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse

PCF Transportation Practice Leader, Tim Good, is joined by Erika Wilson, Producer at Good’s Insurance, a PCF company, to discuss the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, a critical piece of […]

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White Paper: Leveraging freight data to optimize global supply chains

Data generation within the supply chain is continuous, providing companies unprecedented access to information. The key to success in this data-rich environment is effectively utilizing this information for growth and […]

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White Paper: State of the Industry – July 2024

The July 2024 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what […]

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White Paper: How to Get the Most Value Out of Class 8 EV Trucks Today

If you’re in the midst of operationalizing your first few Class 8 EV trucks, you’re likely already beginning to think about how the EV use case will scale. How do […]

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White Paper: Securing Legacy Maintenance Software

Outdated fleet software puts your company at risk of cyberattacks. One breach can cripple operations and finances. Download the National Motor Freight Traffic Association Inc.’s (NMFTA)™ whitepaper to learn about new threats, vulnerabilities, […]

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NEW White Paper – Reduction of lifecycle carbon emissions in fleets: why now?

Reducing carbon intensity of fuels used in the transportation industry has gained a lot of attention in recent years due to changing environmental regulations and pressure from supply chain partners. […]

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White Paper: The Complete Guide to IBM i

IBM i: Outdated or Underrated? In our digitized world, new technology emerges every day. But are the latest platforms always the best? It can be tempting to dismiss legacy systems […]

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White Paper: Charting the future of logistics management

As supply chains become increasingly complex, it’s more important than ever to address the process and solution gaps standing in the way of efficiency and profitability. In this new white […]

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White Paper: Perimeter security protection for the long haul

Keeping your semis secure and your cargo safe is critical to your trucking business and reputation. Inside this playbook, discover five best practices to securing your truck yard, protecting your […]

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White Paper: Future Fleet

The fleet card industry is experiencing a transformative shift due to emerging technologies, changing fleet dynamics, and evolving market demands. To address the evolving needs of fleet managers and businesses, […]

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White Paper: State of the Industry – June 2024

The June 2024 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what […]

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White Paper: Q2 2024 Shipper Rate Report

The Shipper Rate Report is a quarterly publication using freight payment data from U.S. Bank in conjunction with FreightWaves SONAR data sets to create the most in-depth rate and demand outlook for shippers.

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White Paper: Q2 2024 Carrier Rate Report

FreightWaves’ Carrier Rate Report — presented in partnership with Trimble — provides a review of the previous quarter and a forecast for the coming months. Featuring responses from a carrier survey alongside […]

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White Paper: 2024 Customer Service Trends in the Supply Chain

CX is Mission-Critical In today’s landscape, where high customer expectations define industry standards, assessing your CX is vital. Does it measure up? Explore DDC FPO’s report, 2024 Customer Service Trends […]

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White Paper: Streamlining commerce operations with a dedicated fulfillment site takeover

A “dedicated fulfillment site takeover” is a strategic business initiative in which a 3PL assumes control and management of a specific retailer’s distribution site(s). The 3PL can take over the […]

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White Paper: State of the Industry – May 2024

The May 2024 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what […]

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White Paper: Carriers Weigh In on State of Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity concerns are becoming increasingly common as cyberattacks and ransomware breaches make headlines throughout the logistics industry. Over half of carriers recently surveyed have either been directly impacted by a […]

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White Paper: Battery electric vs. hydrogen fuel cell vs. HVO – which is the winning technology?

In this white paper, Einride compares the three most talked-about alternatives to diesel – battery electric, HVO biofuel, and hydrogen fuel cell – based on four essential factors for long-term viability.

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White Paper: State of the Industry – April 2024

The April 2024 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what […]

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White Paper: Embrace the future of logistics with emerging tech

Download this free guide from Unisys to learn how to identify key areas for digitization and integrate new solutions into your existing workflows.

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White Paper: Improving Back Office Efficiency in the Freight Industry

Efficiency isn’t optional – it’s the cornerstone of success. In the fast-paced world of freight, efficiency isn’t just a buzzword – it’s a lifeline. Technology is revolutionizing our industry, ushering […]

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White Paper: How Do Shippers Plan to Navigate Current Air Cargo Conditions?

Maersk teamed up with FreightWaves to better understand how shippers are navigating the current air cargo environment. The duo surveyed representatives of a wide range of companies about their experience over the past year, as well as their expectations about the future.

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White Paper: State of the Industry – March 2024

The March 2024 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — sharesan in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what toexpect […]

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White Paper: The State of Freight – February 2024

This recap is a takeaway from our monthly State of Freight webinar series that offers expert industry insights, previously made available only to subscribers of FreightWaves’ supply chain analytics and high-frequency data platform, SONAR.

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White Paper: Q1 2024 Shipper Rate Report

The Shipper Rate Report—presented in partnership with U.S. Bank and BlueGrace Logistics—is a quarterly publication using freight payment data from U.S. Bank in conjunction with FreightWaves SONAR data sets to create the most […]

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White Paper: Q1 2024 Carrier Rate Report

FreightWaves’ Carrier Rate Report — presented in partnership with Trimble — provides a review of the previous quarter and a forecast for the coming months. Featuring responses from a carrier survey […]

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White Paper: State of the Industry – February 2024

The February 2024 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what […]

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White Paper: Attention all businesses looking to streamline data management processes!

evolv Data Loader – highly reliable, efficient, and easy-to-use – will transform your data management game forever.

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White Paper: The State of Freight – January 2024

This monthly report analyzes the current state of the freight market based on critical insights from our SONAR platform.

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White Paper: State of the Industry – January 2024

The January 2024 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what […]

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White Paper: Seneca Foods and Ruan Have a “Can” Do Partnership

Explore the synergistic partnership between Seneca Foods and Ruan in this one-page document, highlighting their successful ‘Can’ Do collaboration. Learn how Seneca Foods, a prominent shelf-to-table business, strategically selected Ruan […]

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White Paper: The State of Freight – December 2023

This monthly report analyzes the current state of the freight market based on critical insights from our SONAR platform.

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White Paper: State of the Industry – December 2023

The December 2023 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what […]

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White Paper: Q4 2023 Shipper Rate Report

A look at the latest quarterly insights from U.S. Bank and FreightWaves SONAR

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White Paper: VTTI Benchmarking Report: The guide to in-cab camera alerts

Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) conducted a controlled test track study that examined the performance of on-road driver monitoring systems from three leading vendors: Lytx, Samsara, and Motive. The study […]

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White Paper: Bypassing the Bottleneck: Solutions for Avoiding Freight Congestion at the U.S.-Mexico Border

Unlock the Power of Streamlined Inbound Cargo Supply Chains! In an era of booming cross-border trade, navigating the complexities of U.S.-Mexico freight movement is more crucial than ever. This comprehensive […]

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White Paper: How Shippers Should Be Thinking About Freight in 2024

It’s well understood that over-the-road trucking is the bedrock of freight logistics in the U.S. More than 87% of shipper respondents to a recent survey said they moved goods that […]

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