Technology

The data landscape has changed dramatically in the past two years. Worker access from remote locations and a need for 24/7 uptime has companies scouting for technology tools to bolster their data recovery capabilities and resilience. Are there effective models for such continued operation?

Technology is rapidly changing the roles of 3PLs in the marketplace, and COVID-19 showed that being able to successfully adapt and change our business technology was not only a priority, but an absolute necessity. The newly launched TIA Technology Committee is committed to providing technology insights that helps members become better technology adopters.

Today’s 3PL marketplace requires innovative technology to fulfill orders quickly and accurately with best-in-class 3PLs automating data collection and management. Enter the dark planning era.

Ransomware demands, like Colonial Pipeline's $4.4 million payout, are on the rise. And while no defense is foolproof, Multifactor Authentication can make life a bit harder for hackers.

The "digital freight future" is now, but nearly 95% of the freight transportation industry doesn't have the resources needed to create end-to-end automation.

The rallying cry for the transportation industry seems to be "Better! Faster! Cheaper!" automation and digitalization. But how does that actually look with regard to your organization? Which technology bests fits your company’s culture, abilities and mission?

Public awareness of supply chain in higher than at any previous time, and while consumers may be more concerned with the availability of goods, rather than capacity or driver demand, they are looking to supply chain for answers and guidance.

Cybercrime has skyrocketed since the pandemic began, and the transportation industry has proven to rank among the most susceptible to costly server downtime. A Disaster Recovery Plan is essential for accessing the right technology to quickly resume business after an attack.

External threats continue to impede freight brokers from operating at optimal levels. One of the most common impediments, striking both carriers and freight brokers, is identity theft which has already impacted more than 500 brokers.

Phishing, whether email, social media or phone calls, has become one of the top cyberthreats disrupting the transportation industry, with hackers taking advantage of the increase in remote work and operation changes resulting from COVID-19.