Also: Investing in tech can help fend off trucking's demographic collapse

View in browser   |   Commercial Carrier Journal     Technology Weekly       Announcement     CCJ is accepting nominations for its Five Flashiest Fleets contest, which is open to carriers of all sizes operating equipment ranging from vans and pickups to tractor-trailers.     Technology   How using a SaaS-based TMS can cut costs and reduce busywork   With inflation here to stay, and a softening freight market, some carriers are finding that by adopting an SaaS-based TMS they're able to cut costs and squeeze more efficiency out of staff.   With inflation here to stay, and a softening freight market, some carriers are finding that by adopting an SaaS-based TMS they're able to cut costs and squeeze more efficiency out of staff.   Advertisement     Technology   Trucker Path launches first load free program to mitigate current market challenges   Also: HyperTrack expands its tech offerings, and ACERTUS uses data and automation to bundle freight to maintain business performance in tight market conditions.   Business   Ryder acquires logistics tech startup   Ryder first invested in logistics startup Baton through RyderVentures during the startup’s Series A funding round in March 2021.       Advertisement     ISAAC offers advanced in-cab technology that goes beyond ELDs. We connect people and technology to improve operations.   Watch a demo to learn how ISAAC simplifies trucking for drivers and fleets.     Recruiting & retention   Is raising driver pay the only way? Recent market shift changes recruiting scene   Recently it's been a little easier to hire compared to the past few years, so carriers can look at changing pay rate guarantees and maybe get rid of some bonuses, like sign-on bonuses, in favor of steady, stable pay and good benefits.   Workforce   How to fend off trucking's driver demographic collapse   While the driver workforce is aging, there are many ways to simultaneously engage and support existing drivers, while implementing new strategies to attract and retain a new generation.       Advertisement     In 2021, the WorkHound Driver Feedback Trends Report found that of all the drivers that communicated about training to their employers, nearly 50% left by year's end. Is your company putting its best foot forward in earning driver trust & loyalty?   Download the free guide and take the first steps toward minimizing turnover         Advertisement     Your track and trace, route optimization, multi-stop cargo maximization, and more solution. Work smarter, and make more money with Road Ready.   Request Your Demo Today           Sign up Did someone forward you this email? Sign up here   Contact Advertising|Editorial   You are receiving this email because you subscribed to receive relevant news from Commercial Carrier Journal.   Unsubscribe here   © 2022 All rights reserved. | Randall-Reilly 3200 Rice Mine Road NE Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 USA   About Randall Reilly LLC.