Key trends in trucking technology: AI, patents, and standards shaping the future of transportation
Key takeaways
- Descartes’ AI tool enhances trade compliance by reducing false positives and streamlining denied party screening for trucking firms.
- Fleetworthy’s latest patent improves weigh station bypass technology, showcasing innovation that helps optimize trucking operations.
- The NMFTA's new API reduces freight billing disputes, enabling proactive communication to build trust among shippers and carriers.
Descartes introduces AI-powered solution to enhance denied party screening for trucking compliance
Descartes Systems Group has launched Descartes Visual Compliance AI Assist, a solution aimed at improving denied party screening for trade compliance teams by reducing false positives and unnecessary reviews. This cloud-based tool leverages AI to enhance screening accuracy and streamline workflows, helping companies comply with complex global trade regulations.
Recently, Brian Hodgson, GM, trade compliance at Descartes, said, “AI Assist significantly reduces low-quality false positives while managing the risk of true hits. With compliance, AI needs to be 'risk-aware,' meaning it needs to deliver the tremendous value of AI without increasing the risk of violations. With AI Assist, for some customers, the combination of automation in collaboration with human oversight has helped reduce false positives to just fractions of a percent, even with large screening volumes." Learn more...
Fleetworthy acquires third patent for Drivewyze weigh station bypass service
Fleetworthy announced the acquisition of its third patent for the Drivewyze by Fleetworthy weigh station bypass service, marking its 22nd patent overall. The new Patent 12,327,434 covers key features such as dual-mode logic for manageability of weigh station bypass and toll payments, alongside customizable privacy controls and enhanced user interface options.
Recently, Shay Demmons, chief product officer of Fleetworthy, said, “Patents validate our leadership in innovation and protect our intellectual property. Securing patents enables us to confidently advance our technology, providing foundational innovations that tangibly benefit our customers. This latest patent underscores our deep culture of innovation at Fleetworthy.” Learn more...
NMFTA's new API standard aims to reduce freight billing disputes for trucking professionals
The National Motor Freight Traffic Association's (NMFTA) Digital LTL Council has launched the Preliminary Freight Charges (PFC) API Standard to enhance visibility and communication regarding freight bill charges throughout the shipment process. This API aims to reduce billing disputes by notifying stakeholders of potential discrepancies before invoicing.
Recently, Keith Peterson, staff liaison for the Digital Standards Development Council and VP of operations at NMFTA, said, "Our newest API Standard empowers shippers, carriers, and third-party logistics providers to address billing issues proactively. By providing early visibility into potential charge adjustments, we can minimize surprises and foster trust among all parties involved." Learn more...