Intermodal Freight > Asset Tracking

>> Benefits Documents

Evaluation data collected from the Freight Information Real-time System (FIRST) for Transport project estimated that savings per drayage trip to an ocean terminal would range from $21.36 to $247.57.(June 2005)

Electronic supply chain manifest systems, reduce the amount of time and paperwork required to transfer load and can improve operational efficiencies for shippers/receivers, trucking companies, and air cargo carriers.(December 2002)

>> System Costs Documents

Commercially available, off-the-shelf technology that enhances the safety and security of hazmat transportation operations ranges in cost from $250 to $3,500 per vehicle.(31 August 2004)

Cost of remote asset tracking device begins at approximately $800 per trailer.(22 June 2000)

>> Lessons Learned Documents

Ensure having a management-level champion to facilitate recruitment of participants and retain operational staff.(December 2002)