Onboarding is one of the most important parts of the recruiting process. It can convince a new driver to stay on the team for the next decade, or it can send them packing before their first shift begins. An effective onboarding process sets the tone for the entire driver experience, from the moment they’re […]
What if there was a way to guarantee savings for your fleet on every run, ensure faster service with predictable delivery times, and lower your overall environmental impact? This might sound too good to be true, but for many carriers, a shared truckload has been the solution to many ongoing problems. Shared truckloads […]
2024 has been off to a rough start in many ways for the transportation industry, with carriers still feeling the lingering effects of a labor shortage, rising prices, and supply chain disruptions. To top it off, the freight recession that began in 2023 has continued to affect carriers of all sizes, with layoffs and […]
The future of the trucking industry will soon be in the hands of drivers who right now might not even be old enough to obtain a CDL. Although this could seem worrisome to industry veterans, in a field as dynamic and impactful as transportation and logistics, growth, innovation, and evolution are essential to ensure […]
In today’s highly competitive market, transportation companies often face an uphill battle when it comes to recruiting and retaining qualified drivers. The ongoing driver shortage has been especially impactful on traditional recruiting methods, amid a post-pandemic oversupply of carriers and record high turnover rates. With the American Trucking Associations (ATA) projecting a driver […]
In a rapidly evolving industry, the term “driver-centric” has emerged as a pivotal approach for truck driver employers and recruiters to attract top talent and decrease high turnover rates. A driver-centric company prioritizes the needs, well-being, and satisfaction of truck drivers throughout every aspect of the recruitment and employment process. From the initial application […]
In today’s competitive market, it’s more important than ever to have a clear brand identity that is communicated in every social media post, job listing, and recruiting event. Whether your company is looking to attract new talent, find different suppliers, or simply stand out among the competition, brand advertising is essential to creating and […]
The chances are that if you’ve worked in the trucking industry within the past few years you’ve heard of digital freight matching. This fast-growing integration of technology with traditional freight matching methods has caught on quickly and proved to be more than just the newest trend in transportation and logistics. Digital freight matching (DFM) […]
After two years of post-pandemic global supply chain disruptions, the ongoing driver shortage, and rising fuel prices, experts in the field forecasted a gradual recovery in freight and some growth as volume returns to pre-pandemic levels. An increase in consumer spending was expected to impact demand, however economic uncertainty continued to be a concern. […]
In today’s highly competitive market, there’s no “one size fits all” approach to recruiting and retaining qualified truck drivers. Recruiters must be willing to explore a variety of strategies and sources to find top talent and build strong, reliable teams. By increasing the scope of your recruiting efforts and demonstrating your commitment to the […]
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