During the past year, Werner Enterprises has been working on a new enterprise-wide software platform called EDGE to take advantage of the latest technology. Portions of the new platform are being rolled out now to enhance the experience of customers, drivers and the motor carriers it does business with as a freight logistics company.
Some of the new driver solutions will run on a ruggedized Samsung Tab Active 2 tablet that connects to the fleet’s new telematics platform that Werner customized to meet its needs.
Another major area of focus is the development of a new carrier-focused platform to give third-party carriers full visibility of shipments and “provide a lot more support,” said Andy Damkroger, Werner’s associate vice president of logistics strategy.
“We are really excited about EDGE,” he said, and describes the technology as “our stake in the ground of who we want to be as a tech-focused organization.”
One part of Werner’s EDGE strategy for motor carriers is the Trucker Tools platform. Werner has deployed the Trucker Tool app and services for real-time shipment visibility, predictive freight-matching, automated booking and electronic document capture.
The engagement with Trucker Tools is part of a strategic game plan the company is executing to improve process efficiency, gain access to a deeper pool of independent truckload capacity, and position itself as the broker of choice.
“Supply chain visibility is critically important, particularly in these unprecedented times, and that visibility is enabled by being highly connected with alliance carriers,” Damkroger said.
