jack roberts "the future of trucking in america"
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Providing industry leaders with
thought-provoking analysis and open
discussion to move trucking forward ccjdigital.com
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What is happening?
THE ISSUES
Driver Shortage
Endless Regulations
PROPOSED SOLUTIONS
Autonomous Trucks
Telematics
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Why the change?
SOLVING PROBLEMS
Increased Transparency
Increased Efficiency
Increased Safety
EXAMPLE SOLUTIONS
Telematics
Aerodynamics
Anti-Rollover Systems
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Why the change?
TECHNOLOGY = TOOL TO SOLVE PROBLEM
Why is that scary?!
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Why adapt?
Can you opt out? (No.)
➡ Government regulations
➡ Competitive free market
➡ Global logistics economy
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The Future
What does it look like for . . . • Truck technology?
• Internet connectivity?
• Transportation logistics?
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The Future
The future of trucks
• Increased fuel economy
• Mandated safety systems
• Continued alternative fuel development
• Increased levels of autonomy
(Key driver: The pressure for ever faster logistics)
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The Future
The future of trucks: Autonomy progression
Advanced Cruise Control
Platooning Full Autonomy
(+25-30 YRS)
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Drivers Trucks Roads Infrastructure
The Future
The future of connectivity: What could be connected?
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The Future
The future of connectivity: What could be connected?
Truck & Driver Information
ü Medical records
ü Fuel gauge
ü Health monitors
ü Maintenance alerts
Communicates With
ü Customized billboards
ü Fleet management
ü Law enforcement
ü Infrastructure
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The Future
The future of logistics: Real-time monitoring
ü Real-time GPS freight tracking
ü Instant notifications of empty trucks
ü Automated delivery through smart appliances
ü Delivery based on recipient location
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Adjustments
The future of trucking is now: How do we adjust? ü Ethics
ü Privacy concerns
ü Technology outpacing regulations
ü Price & cost competition
ü Workforce impact
We always overestimate the change that will occur in the next two years and underestimate the change that will occur in the next ten. Don't let yourself be lulled into inaction. - Bill Gates
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