Independent contractors, including contract truckers, have gained two prominent victories in the legal battle against AB5. Proposition 22 and the Olson case have dealt strong blows against the so-called “gig worker” bill that would reclassify contract workers as full-time employees. Meanwhile, the California Trucking Association’s own suit against AB5 continues to wind its way through

The ongoing legal case against California Assembly Bill 5 (AB5) carries serious implications for the future of the transport industry.  AB5, also known as the “gig worker bill,” would reclassify thousands of independent drivers as fulltime employees. This change could send shockwaves throughout the industry by undermining profitability and the freedom of independent drivers to

Triple T Transport has entered into a strategic partnership with FourKites, a global leader in real-time supply chain visibility solutions. The partnership is aimed at enhancing Triple T's supply chain visibility capabilities, allowing our team to provide our customers with greater transparency and improved delivery performance. A recently-published case study outlines how Triple T’s partnership

It’s hard to measure the value of strategic partnerships in the transportation industry. In an increasingly tech-driven world, important strategic partnerships are giving way to business relationships that are strictly transactional. This shift can lead to negative outcomes for both carriers and shippers. “Shippers assume it’s a one-way street where carriers are just there to

Recent economic instability is contributing to a higher rate of theft and lost freight across the transport industry. Meanwhile, shifting economic tides are leading some businesses to rethink their model. Many brokers are adding international shipping, warehousing, and other services to their portfolio to stay competitive. Change is unfolding rapidly, and many transport companies could

Smart procurement can mean the difference between success and failure for many businesses. For some, the savings provided through a procurement assessment can even help to avoid the worst outcomes for staff. This is a scenario that Todd Miles is familiar with as Managing Director & Partner for Criterion Supply Solutions, a procurement service group

With continuing inflation and the threat of recession on the horizon, it’s easy to see why so many transportation professionals share uneasiness over the future of the economy. In recent months, maneuvering from top monetary policymakers seems to have steered us away from the worst possible outcomes—for now. Still, the economy has fallen dramatically from

In today's fast-paced world of global commerce, the timely and efficient delivery of goods is crucial. As a business owner, it's essential to find reliable transportation solutions that can help you ship your products quickly and efficiently. One of the options available to you is to work with a third-party freight broker. Let’s discuss some

From shippers to brokers and carriers, technology has opened up new opportunities at every level of the transport industry. Access to the various pieces of the supply chain puzzle are now just a few clicks away. Shipping a load to its destination is now easier than ever and the convenience of this new, widespread transactional

Whether you’re a shipper or a carrier, creating sustainable partnerships is the key to maximizing your potential in the modern transport industry. Technological advances have made connecting with other stakeholders easier than ever before. These changes have also introduced a sense of artificial distance that can make business transactions feel less personal. How can transport