This is Part 3 of the DSDC “Connected Freight Blog Series.” You’ve explored what implementing an application programming interface (API) Standard actually means. You’ve learned the key questions to ask before your…
Credential theft (the stealing of usernames and passwords) is often considered a core driver of cyber incidents. However, this assessment does not capture the big picture accurately as credential theft itself,…
2025 was the year the transportation sector stopped asking whether cyber threats might disrupt operations. We had our answer; we saw daily proof that these…
The 2024 safety recall of many Bendix EC80 brake controllers has confirmed that there are safety implications of J2497 message reception. This blog post delves…
Learn why the SCAC Directory is a critical tool in the fight against supply chain fraud. Accurate carrier identification is foundational to modern transportation operations….
This is Part 2 of the DSDC “Connected Freight Blog Series. If you’ve ever waited days to understand why a freight bill changed—or wondered why…
This is Part 1 of the DSDC “Connected Freight Blog Series.” If you’ve downloaded one of the Digital Standards Development Council’s (DSDC)™ application programming interface…
Every December, both Santa Claus and the less-than-truckload (LTL) industry gear up to ensure a smooth holiday season for millions of people, but last year…
Quick Answer: United States Postal Service (USPS) contractors must obtain a Standard Carrier Alpha Code® (SCAC)® because it is a mandatory identifier required for government…
For decades, the Standard Carrier Alpha Code® (SCAC®) has served as the backbone of freight identification—used by carriers, shippers, brokers, and government agencies to keep…
If you weren’t in Austin, TX last month, you missed the trucking industry’s most electrifying cybersecurity event of the year. The NMFTA 2025 Cybersecurity Conference…
Discover how packaging decisions impact NMFC freight classification, shipping costs, and carrier relationships. Learn practical tips for compliance, density accuracy, and packaging efficiency.
