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Layoff wave hits freight sector as nearly 9,000 jobs slashed

Freight Waves

Layoffs continue to impact the freight industry as firms across the U.S. States that saw the most freight-related layoffs include Arizona, Alabama, California, Georgia, Florida, Illinois, Ohio, Tennessee and Texas. Freight-related companies in Mexico have also recently announced major workforce reductions. In the U.S.,

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Driver Shortage Myths Debunked: Freight Demand Drives Trucking Jobs

Freight Waves

Yet, researchers and industry experts argue the labor market functions well when freight demand is strong. A December 2024 study by Professors Jonathan Phares, Jason Miller, and Stephen Burks, published by the Association for Supply Chain Management, shows carriers hire drivers when freight demand rises and reduce staff when it falls.

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For Many, the Annual Freight Bid Season is Not “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year”

Logistics Viewpoints

Tis the season to be jolly – unless you are overwhelmed with the many tasks traditionally associated with the annual freight Request for Proposal ( RFP ) season. However, the reality is that contracted freight is actually a promise – not a binding agreement. Flexibility to schedule rate bid events based on business needs.

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What’s Next for The Freight Market with Chris Pickett

The Logistics of Logistics

Joe Lynch and Chris Pickett discuss what’s next for the freight market. Chris is the Chief Operating Officer at Flock Freight , a technology company that is on a mission to solve the US trucking industry’s wasted capacity problem. in Logistics from MIT, and an MBA from Georgia Tech.

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Greenscreens: Benchmarking for Shipper Success with Matt Harding

The Logistics of Logistics

Matt is Chief Technology Officer at Greenscreens.ai , a freight-tech company on a mission to rock the freight world through accurate predictions, actionable insights and cutting-edge technology. He has also developed trucking market intelligence consortiums and transportation products for shippers and 3PLs. About Greenscreens.ai

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Reshoring and Regionalized Freight Networks: The Future of Logistics

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This trend, known as reshoring , is driving the emergence of regionalized freight networks , optimizing supply chains for efficiency, cost savings, and resilience. For logistics professionals, understanding how these changes impact freight networks is critical to staying ahead. Government Incentives for Reshoring The U.S. Midwest U.S.

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Supply Chain Digitization Gains Favor as Disruptions Continue

Logistics Viewpoints

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) continues to rank driver shortages, driver retention, and the costs of extensive regulatory compliance on carrier operations as top concerns for carriers. Due to this awareness, freight sourcing is receiving increased interest from shippers. Ease of use is also essential.