Walmart Inc. still is trying to get its structure just how it wants it. The retail giant announced its second internal restructuring in as many months as it tries to better integrate its money-losing online business in the United States with its physical stores.
July 19, 2019Transportation Technology News
Commercial freight transportation businesses rely on data, intelligence, and novel solutions for operational efficiency. Transport Topics technology coverage investigates available technologies, real-world applications of business solutions, and the strategies necessary for advancement. News topics focus on the latest applied science, and issues range from autonomous vehicle and robotics innovations to management software, tracking and transparency, data analytics, blockchain, and the internet of things.
Fleet Complete Offers Cummins' Connected Diagnostics
Fleet Complete announced a collaboration with Cummins Inc. to provide the Cummins Connected Diagnostics application to customers using the Fleet Complete internet of things platform who have Cummins engines in their vehicles.
July 19, 2019GM Chinese Ally SAIC Braces for First Decline in Annual Sales in 14 Years
SAIC Motor Corp. expects annual sales to fall for the first time in at least 14 years as Chinas biggest automaker battles through a slump in demand roiling the worlds largest car market, according to people familiar with the matter.
July 19, 2019Closing the Skills Gaps
It's important for technicians to be savvy with technology, but companies will also train mechanically inclined techs and teach them new skills.
July 19, 2019Understanding the Numbers Behind the Technician Shortage
For what seems like ages, whenever discussions occur within this industry about the technician shortage, this question inevitably arises: Just exactly how many technicians do we need? A fair question, right? But not an easy one to answer.
July 19, 2019Game On: Trucking Gets Creative in Attracting Young Technicians
Millennials and Generation Z have grown up surrounded by sophisticated technologies such as video games and augmented reality that now are making the transition from personal pastime to business tools.
July 19, 2019Boeing to Take $4.9 Billion Charge Over Grounded 737 Max Jet
Boeing is booking a $4.9 billion charge to cover possible compensation to airlines that have canceled thousands of flights since the 737 Max jet was grounded after two deadly accidents, the aircraft manufacturer said July 18.
July 19, 2019FutureTech Champ Advances Her Career
Bonnie Greenwood, the first female TMC FutureTech champion, is a shop technician with FedEx Freight.
July 19, 2019Schools Eye Technician Students
The diesel technician shortage is a concern within the trucking industry, and technical schools said theyre reaching out to students as early as seventh grade and connecting with adults who want to work with their hands.
July 19, 2019Clear Career Paths Needed for Technicians
Creating a clear path for career advancement to help attract and retain diesel technicians is key to growing trucking's pool of future leaders, industry experts said.
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