The FMCSA has stepped in to get the egg supply moving. Plus: Mexico set a record as the top US trade partner in 2024, US ports are seeing high import volumes as retailers rush shipments ahead of tariffs, and carriers are clashing over Convoy’s $75,000 bond payout after its collapse.
AI-powered brokers are gaining the edge—HappyRobot users report 4x cost efficiency, 10% higher margins, and 100% answered calls. As the market shifts, automation is pushing past every boundary.
Flock Freight announces layoffs, emphasizing tech and automation to streamline operations and fast-track profitability.
Contraction is the name of the game in 2024 as freight companies make strategic decisions to ride out this extended market low. Flock Freight has decided to reduce its workforce as it puts profitability at the forefront.
Main Takeaways:
Efficiency in the Fast Lane:
Looking Ahead:
Flock's recalibration suggests a smarter, leaner operation. They're banking on their unique algorithms to get ahead, like their patented Pooling Probability Index (PPI). It's all about pairing efficiency with smart tech to make shared truckloads simpler and cost-effective.
Source: FreightWaves
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