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Efficient Load - Optimal road freight trip and load planning

By Mike Hanlon

16:19 May 13, 2009 PDT

Efficient Load - Optimal road freight trip and load planning

How can companies maximize truck capacity utilization and at the same time plan trips so that the burden on the environment and transport costs are reduced? A new software system couples cargo space utilization and trip planning, to optimize transshipment, order combination, loading sequence and route planning. An up-and-running version which can be integrated into existing trip planning software is expected by the end of 2009. Read More

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GlobalTag combines GPS, RFID and SatComs for worldwide supply chain visibility

By Mike Hanlon

16:47 February 19, 2009 PST

The prototype ST-694 Globaltag promises a cost-effective solution for both spot-level and ...

UPDATED IMAGES Numerex and Savi have announced a technology partnership to co-develop what would be the first asset and shipment monitoring device that combines Global Satellite Positioning, active Radio Frequency Identification and Satellite Communications. The hybrid ST-694 GlobalTag is being developed to provide continuous seamless monitoring and precise location information of assets regardless of their physical location. Read More

 
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