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Standards Driven Innovation: How Connected Vehicles Are Impacting Logistics and Smart Warehousing

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The Ecosystem Today The logistics ecosystem is being transformed by the rise of connected vehicles equipped with IoT sensors and data-driven technologies. Connected vehicles, following standards like the SAE J3016, which defines the six levels of vehicle automation, are becoming a crucial part of logistics operations.

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Hybrid IoT Networks: Integrating Multiple Communication Technologies for Seamless Logistics

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But with the explosion of IoT devices across transportation, warehousing, and distribution, logistics providers face a critical challenge: how to ensure continuous, reliable, and cost-effective communication across diverse physical environments and use cases. Core Components of a Hybrid IoT Network in Logistics 1.

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Smart and Sustainable Freight: The Role of AI in Green Supply Chain Logistics

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With freight transport accounting for a significant share of global emissions, efforts to improve logistics now extend beyond operational metrics to include resilience, regulatory compliance, and climate performance. Common inefficiencies include empty return trips, poorly optimized delivery routes, and underutilized cargo space.

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Cargo Theft Continues to Rise

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However, there is probably one industry that most of us would not think of in this list: the cargo theft industry. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NCIB), cargo theft in the United States is a $15 to $35 billion industry. Cargo Theft Tactics Cargo theft comes in many shapes and sizes.

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Unpacking Cargo Theft: Trends and Solutions with Danielle Spinelli

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Danielle Spinelli and Joe Lynch discuss unpacking cargo theft: trends and solutions. With a decade of experience in the logistics and transportation industry, Danielle brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in carrier sales and vetting. About Danielle Spinelli Danielle Spinelli is an Account Executive at Descartes MyCarrierPortal.

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How Cargo Theft Stole Christmas

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Cargo theft continues to be a problem, especially around the holidays. And I don’t just mean the winter holidays; cargo theft typically spikes during any holiday season where businesses may be closed for an extra day or two. But what exactly is cargo theft? Cargo theft comes in many shapes and sizes.

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Editor’s Choice: Fortifying Warehouse and Distribution Centers Against Cyberattacks

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This article is from Patrick Byers, DevOps Engineer at Lucas Systems, and looks at fortifying warehouse and distribution centers against cybersecurity attacks. The warehousing and distribution industry is highly reliant on technology for its operations. Why are warehouses and DCs so vulnerable to cyberattacks?