Transparency and Traceability in the Supply Chain

During discussions on supply chain management it is common to see the words ‘transparency’ and ‘traceability’ used as interchangeable terms. In fact, they define very different concepts. Transparency Transparency refers to the capture and transference of ‘high-level’ information along the supply chain. The captured data is specific and accurate, relating to a product’s components, the … Continued

Who must comply with the ELD rule?

Motor carriers and drivers subject to the ELD rule must start using ELDs by the compliance date of Dec. 18, 2017, unless they are using a grandfathered AOBRD. A grandfathered AOBRD is a device that a motor carrier installed and required its drivers to use before the ELD rule’s Dec. 18 compliance date. The device … Continued

eld – eLECTRONIC LOGGING DEVICE

The electronic logging device mandate, effective on Dec. 18, requires most carriers and drivers to convert from using paper logs or logging software to a registered ELD if they do not have an automatic on-board recording device in use. And those using AOBRDs prior to the mandate’s effective date will only be able to keep … Continued

BENEFITS OF THE FLEET MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

Fleet Management is a method which enables organizations to organize and coordinate the vehicles used by the businesses to reduce costs, enhance efficiency and provide compliance with regulations. Fleet management is commonly used by couriers, utilities, oil & gas delivery, repair as well as service industry businesses to ensure vehicle safety and use and allow … Continued

Geofencing

PIMM™ Geofencing enable the field organization to trigger business rules or create notifications as and when they are crossed by drivers. Almost 30 years ago the first hand-held navigation device was introduced and it has been 20 years since GPS accuracy degradation was stopped by the United States Defense Department, leading to a significant increase … Continued

Trucking Software for Owner Operators

PIMM™ Trucking software for owner operators – “Trucker” – is a must-have for modern transportation professionals. If you’re a company driver, or just someone interested in becoming a trucker, then now is a great time to join the ranks of self-employed truckers. Before you take the leap, though, it makes sense to have all your … Continued

Loading and Unloading

Loading and unloading can be the most critical and complex point in a temperature controlled supply chain. Transferring product from one location to another adds factors to the process that are often unmonitored. Fortunately technology is rapidly improving in this critical space. In addition to maintaining the temperature of the truck, warehouse, and product, shippers … Continued

FLEET SOLUTIONS

Managing a pool of commercial vehicles can be a challenge at the best of times. Add to this external influences that a fleet manager faces but has little control over such as legislation changes, car market uncertainty and spiraling costs and the task can soon become overwhelming. The relevant software can play an enormous part … Continued

Fleet Management

Importance of Fleet Management Can you track your trailers in real-time? How fast can you assemble an extra load on the journey? Are your invoicing and delivery procedures as paperless as possible? Transport fleet management requires particular skills and specialized software. The benefits of fleet management software are essential. The PIMM™ Fleet Solutions provide our … Continued