QUICK FIX
Trucking Jobs Dip Slightly, but Industry Holds Steady
According to FreightWaves, August saw a minor decline in trucking transportation jobs—just 300 positions lost nationwide. But this isn’t a sign of widespread weakness. Over the past five months, the job numbers have remained stable, suggesting the industry is holding its ground amidst broader economic shifts.
THIS WEEK’S BIG BITE
🚨 Freight Fraud Task Force: Uniting the Industry Against a $1B Threat
Cyber scams, fake identities, and double brokering are draining billions from the supply chain. The Freight Fraud Task Force is bringing together brokers, carriers, tech, and insurers to fight back—with shared standards, education, and real-world action.
Losses are projected to exceed $1B in 2025, and up to 25% of retail prices now reflect fraud-related costs.
Co-founded by John Cantera Jr., the Freight Fraud Task Force is a nonprofit alliance on a mission to eliminate freight fraud. Cantera launched the initiative after uncovering major fraud while dispatching during COVID, ultimately recovering over $100K for carriers.
What the Task Force is doing:
- Education programs & playbooks for brokers, carriers, and shippers
- A vetted knowledge hub of real-world fraud cases and checklists
- Operational audits to spot vulnerabilities
- Partnering with FMCSA to modernize registration & enforcement
- A weekly podcast breaking down real-world fraud cases
“Fraud is no longer just shady practices—it’s full-blown digital impersonation. If we don’t unify, the scammers will keep winning.” — John Cantera Jr., Founder, Freight Fraud Task Force
Ultraship TMS Insight: Freight fraud thrives in disjointed, opaque systems. Ultraship TMS enhances visibility, secures transactions, and centralizes carrier data—making it harder for scammers to slip through the cracks.
MORE TO CRUNCH
Werner Enterprises Bets on Tech to Drive Growth
Werner Enterprises is leaning heavily into tech to grow and streamline its operations. According to Trucking Dive, the company saw continued gains in Q2 2025 by investing in digital tools, fuel tech, and automation.
The Takeaway: Werner is proving that smart tech investments can drive both cost efficiency and scalability in logistics.
Tech Alert: FMCSA Delists 3 More ELDs
The FMCSA removed three more electronic logging devices from its approved list. Carriers using these devices must switch to compliant ELDs within 60 days or risk violations.
TMS TALK: Changing Systems Isn’t as Painful as You Think
The myth that switching your TMS is a nightmare? It needs to die.
According to Inbound Logistics, many shippers and brokers delay switching due to fears of cost, training, and downtime. But modern TMS platforms (like Ultraship TMS) offer modular deployments, live support, and rapid onboarding to keep disruptions minimal.
Ultraship TMS Key Benefits: – Go live in weeks, not months – Modular tools tailored to your operations – Scalable for growing brokerages and 3PLs
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