"All business transactions ultimately find their place in the general ledger, but the efficiency and completeness upon their arrival are what truly matter. A significant opportunity for fleet operations to enhance back-office efficiency lies in integrating...

The profitability of owning trucks, trailers, or both depends on various factors, including your business model, operational costs, market demand, and financial considerations. Here are some points to consider for each option: Owning Trucks: Revenue Generation: Trucks...

Auto-rating is a key component of any LTL and FTL carrier or broker.  We have revealed how DTMS rates your orders. Rate Type: Customer, Driver, Interline, Team and/OR Division Formats: City, Zip, Mile, and/OR Zone Cube Foot: This refers to the volume of the shipment,...

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and Application Programming Interface (API) are two different technologies used for data exchange in the trucking industry and DTMS is embeded with both technologies.  Each has its own strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between...

Key Trucking Trends for 2024, several technology trends were impacting the trucking industry. Keep in mind that the industry is dynamic, and new developments may have occurred since then. Here are some prominent trucking technology trends that continua to be at the...

A POD (Proof of Delivery) delivery app is a software application designed to facilitate and streamline the process of confirming the delivery of goods or services.  Here's some key functionality within DTMS Mobile Trucking Software App: Electronic Signature Capture:...

A trucking company needs to track and analyze various metrics to effectively run its operations and make informed business decisions. These metrics are crucial for managing costs, optimizing performance, ensuring safety, and maintaining customer satisfaction. Here are...

Implementing a Transportation Management System (TMS) can bring significant benefits to your logistics operations. However, it's important to be well-prepared and consider certain factors before embarking on the implementation process. Here are some key...

Trucking terminology in the United States and Canada shares many similarities because both countries have a closely integrated North American transportation system. However, there are some differences in terminology and regulations due to their unique transportation...

The profitability of a trucking company depends on various factors, including market conditions, location, size, niche specialization, and management capabilities. There are several types of trucking companies, and each has its own advantages and challenges. Here are...