Plus: Canada backs off digital tax after tariff threats, Werner beats a $100M verdict, Samsara teams up with HappyRobot to bring AI voice into freight ops... and more in today's newsletter.
Samsara aims to improve its services with investment with HappyRobot
Texas Supreme Court reverses $100 million verdict against Werner, ruling the carrier wasn’t liable in 2014 crash caused by out-of-control pickup.
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
Samsara aims to improve its services with investment with HappyRobot
Margins are tight. Brokers are tired. But the smartest teams are winning by combining nearshore talent with AI-powered freight tools. This is where the freight margin lives.
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A June 12 cloud outage disrupted major logistics platforms including Truckstop and Project44 and others.
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