In late 2024, I wrote a blog outlining how a Chinese state-sponsored Advance Persistent Threat (APT) actor —tracked as Salt Typhoon—compromised several major U.S. Internet…
Packaging may often be treated as an afterthought in shipping operations—but in the less-than-truckload (LTL) industry, it can be the difference between profitability and preventable…
As the trucking industry becomes increasingly digital, it also becomes more vulnerable to cyberthreats. Currently, one of the most concerning groups in this space is…
Cybercriminals have shifted gears—and fleets are in their crosshairs. From credential theft that opens the door to ransomware to cyber-enabled cargo theft exploiting dispatch vulnerabilities,…
In less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping, density is one of the most important—but often misunderstood—factors that affect freight classification and pricing. Put simply, density is the weight…
Your SCAC code may only be four letters, but it can make or break your ability to move freight. If you’re a carrier, broker, freight…
ClassIT+ progress comes to life at NMFTA’s 2025 Summer Meeting Last week, our membership meeting was more than just a routine update—it was a vibrant,…
In an industry known for constant change, high demands, and fierce competition, it’s rare to find someone who not only rises to meet the challenges,…
Timely AMS launch aligns with broader efforts to digitize and safeguard the trucking industry On Wednesday, May 15, 2025, the National Motor Freight Traffic Association,…
Cybersecurity isn’t just about data centers and laptops anymore. As trucks and other heavy-duty vehicles become smarter and more connected, they’re also becoming more vulnerable….
At the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA)™, we often receive questions from shippers, carriers, and third-party logistics providers (3PLs) about freight all kinds…
If you’re a motor carrier, broker, freight forwarder, or intermodal provider, you’ve likely heard that you need a Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC®). But once…
