Ryderexchange
The Exchange is a blog hosted by Ryder System, Inc. that provides thought leadership on a variety of fleet, supply chain and logistics-related topics. Whether you’re just getting familiar with supply chain issues or you’re a seasoned expert, this is your place.
We created this blog to provide a platform for sharing educational information such as current industry trends, hot topics and best practices, perspectives and commentary. You’ll also find links to interesting supply chain news and features. Most of all, Exchange is a forum for professionals to present questions to Ryder and foster informed dialog.
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Ryder Exchange
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The Exchange is a blog hosted by Ryder System, Inc. that provides thought leadership on a variety of fleet, supply chain and logistics-related topics. Whether you’re just getting familiar with supply chain issues or you’re a seasoned expert, this is your place.
We created this blog to provide a platform for sharing educational information such as current industry trends, hot topics and best practices, perspectives and commentary. You’ll also find links to interesting supply chain news and features. Most of all, Exchange is a forum for professionals to present questions to Ryder and foster informed dialog.
Blog posts and conversation starters are authored by Ryder thought leaders, guest editors and invited experts.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 518 )
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Don’t Leave Your Fleet out in the Cold
The New Year has arrived, and so too has the bitter chill of winter. According to weather forecasters, in the coming weeks, below-average temperatures are... Read more
Posted on 24 January 2017 BUSINESS -
New eBook: A Smarter Approach to Supply Chain
Globalization today is less of a question and more of a given for the vast majority of companies. Whether you’re dealing with suppliers overseas or shipping... Read more
Posted on 17 January 2017 BUSINESS -
Making the Decision to Transform
At the heart of a decision to make an IT/ business transformation is the desire to improve the customer experience. It’s a decision that requires full teamwork... Read more
Posted on 12 January 2017 BUSINESS -
Don’t Let Disruption Blur the Visibility to Your Supply Chain
It may seem like disruptions in your supply chain are frustrating inevitabilities, but that’s only half true. While they are inevitable, they don’t have to be... Read more
Posted on 10 January 2017 BUSINESS -
Beat Winter Driver Fatigue With These 10 Tips
Driver fatigue is a serious safety issue, particularly in the winter. Driver fatigue isn’t just about falling asleep – it’s about tiredness, weariness, or... Read more
Posted on 05 January 2017 BUSINESS -
Autonomous Trucks Will Be in Service Faster Than Many Predict
There is much debate over how close we are to seeing fully autonomous fleets of commercial vehicles traveling along America’s highways. Read more
Posted on 27 December 2016 BUSINESS -
Co-opetition: How Companies Use Asset Sharing to Overcome Logistics Challenges
Like most forward-thinking concepts in the supply chain space, the idea of “shared networks,” the “Uberization” of freight, and the optimization of the... Read more
Posted on 22 December 2016 BUSINESS -
Brave New World: Maintaining Fleet Uptime and Managing Fuel Costs
Driver and technician shortages, among other pressures, are causing many fleet managers to reevaluate the benefits of renting or leasing vs. owning their trucks. Read more
Posted on 19 December 2016 BUSINESS -
The Big Data Investment – Getting to the Big Pay Off
Data is one of the most important areas of focus for a CIO and their team. For years, the principal focus for IT, in partnership with the business, was... Read more
Posted on 13 December 2016 BUSINESS -
Top 5 Tips to Keep Your Driver Safe This Winter
Do your drivers know what to do with their trucks when cold weather strikes? Will they be prepared when bad weather hits while they’re on the road? Read more
Posted on 09 December 2016 FAMILY -
The Power of Partnerships for Small Businesses
To successfully operate within a marketplace that prizes speed and changes direction frequently, many companies are partnering with others for services that... Read more
Posted on 06 December 2016 BUSINESS -
Attention, Shoppers: Expect Younger & Cleaner Pre-Owned Choices
If you’re in the market for a pre-owned heavy-duty truck right now, you’re in luck: recent industry trends are solidly in your favor. Namely, you can expect... Read more
Posted on 01 December 2016 BUSINESS -
Ryder Supports #GivingTuesday for the Fifth Year in a Row
On Tuesday, November 29th, employees from all Ryder locations across the United States participated by volunteering to support local charities of their choosing. Read more
Posted on 29 November 2016 BUSINESS -
Delivering Stability to Your Transportation Network
If you’re a transportation manager today then you’re faced with a shortage of drivers, stringent regulations, capacity constraints and the need to keep costs... Read more
Posted on 22 November 2016 BUSINESS -
Improving Transportation Safety and Efficiency Through Technology
Technology is transforming the fleet management, transportation, and logistics business, just as it is every other industry. From advanced diesel and natural... Read more
Posted on 15 November 2016 BUSINESS -
Winter Warning: Don’t Risk Your Fleet to Any Fuel
As the temperatures around the country drop, having the wrong fuel in your trucks can put your fleet and drivers at risk. But being prepared for harsh Winter... Read more
Posted on 08 November 2016 BUSINESS -
Winter Is Here but Accidents Don’t Have to Follow
Nearly one quarter of all the vehicle crashes each year in the United States are related to adverse weather conditions, according to the U.S. Department of... Read more
Posted on 02 November 2016 BUSINESS -
How Supply Chains Are Exceeding the E-Commerce Challenge
Exponential growth in online sales is forcing retailers and their suppliers to employ strategies that will eventually help them take full advantage of the trend. Read more
Posted on 27 October 2016 BUSINESS -
3 Ways to Achieve Best-In-Class Uptime
Keeping your fleet on the road is likely one of the biggest concerns in running your business. It’s the only way your customers can get what they need on-time,... Read more
Posted on 25 October 2016 BUSINESS -
Top Trends Affecting Mobile Fueling
Although mobile fueling as an option for fleets isn’t new, some new trends are raising awareness of the solution among owners and operators. Read more
Posted on 20 October 2016 BUSINESS