...The current truck driver shortage is an economic disaster Over the past several years, there has been a huge decline in the number of people willing to work in the trucking sector, and trucking companies are frantically looking to fill the void with determined people. The role of truck drivers is very vital in the United States, and a decline may prove to be detrimental to the already stagnant economy of America. Shortage of drivers means fewer people to drive trucks and make timely deliveries of goods businesses depend upon, in effect hurting every party involved in the dealing. A significant portion of the shortage can be blamed on the extended amount of time most drivers have to spend away from their loved ones. Continuously being on the...
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... New Technology in the Trucking Industry Drivers who travel the interstate have shared the road with an 18 – wheeler, which incorporates a large portion of the transportation service industry (also known as the trucking industry), and have witnessed firsthand new technology working not only to protect the driver but you as well. New technology is defined as the specific methods, materials, and devices used to solve practical problems. Research has shown that new technology has been both helpful and harmful in changing the trucking industry, but was needed. The electronic log, an electronic clearance system (also called PrePass), and the on-board computer (also called EOBRs which stands for Electric On-Board Recorder) are some of the new technologies implemented by the trucking industry that are designed to improve safety, productivity, and help the trucking industry keep up with the changes of the manufacturing and distribution industry's choice to keep a lower level of inventory on hand by using the just-in-time business practice. The following table illustrates the major changes to the trucking industry by Congress that required new technology, in order for the trucking industry to comply with the new regulation. Table 1-History of Changes in the Trucking Industry Date | Event | 1935 | Congress passed the Motor Carrier Act. This gave the Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC) authority to regulate the motor carriers and drivers involved in interstate commerce by granting...
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...Jacob Baker ECON 210 Microeconomics Economics Research Paper Abstract: This paper will look at the work market for truck drivers in the United States. The effects of a shortage and/or surplus of drivers and how the work market effects the country's economy, and the workers way of life will be broken down. This paper will look at how adding more jobs to this career also effects the supply and demand of goods, problems of finding qualified workers, and the chances of an individual getting a job with others competing for the same job. Trucking in the United States Introduction It is widely known that logistics is the life blood of anything major. The logistics and transportation industry in the United States itself equates for $1.33 trillion in 2012, and represented 8.5% of annual gross domestic product.(SelectUSA) From major military operations, to the factory floor; aircraft, trains and trucks are relied upon to bring food, medicine, and building supplies to the people that require them. But many of the logistical options out there have limitations. Airplanes cant land at your local grocery store, and building railroads to every store is incredibly costly and inefficient. Trucking and it's effects That is where the trucking industry comes into play. According to The American Trucking Associations reports, in 2012 alone, trucks moved 9.4 billion tons of freight or 68.5% of all freight tonnage transported domestically, and collected $642 billion...
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...from Mexican trucking companies in 1995, and all of the United States to this competition in 2000, the full implementation of these provisions has been delayed due to concerns about the safety of Mexican trucks and drivers. This delay has resulted in much frustration for Mexico, which, in 2009 implemented retaliatory tariffs on products imported from the United States. In March, 2011 the two countries unveiled a deal to resolve this dispute which could help ease tense relations between the two neighbors. This paper discusses the nature and significance of the trucking dispute between Mexico and the United States. Keywords: Transportation, trucking, NAFTA JEL classification: A10, F13, F23 ______________________________________________________________________________ 1. Introduction The economic ties between Mexico and the United States are of importance to policymakers because Mexico borders the United States and because of the significant economic links connecting the two countries. It is also of strategic importance for the United States to have a prosperous, democratic, and friendly Mexico as a neighbor. Mexico is the United States’ third largest trading partner, after Canada and China, while the United States is Mexico’s largest trading partner. Trucks carry about 80 percent of the cargo, by value, from the United States to Mexico, and vice versa. The United States and Mexico have had substantial economic...
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...EPIDEMIOLOGY OF DISASTERS IN AFRICA THE EPIDEMILOGY OF ROAD TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS In their study (Mantulya, Muli-Muisiime 2001), from 1977 to 1996 there was a considerable up tendencies in the number of RTAs in Kenya simultaneously with the affiliated fatalities and injuries. In their study, founded on principle accounts, the total number of street traffic misfortunes for the 10 years time span (1987-1996) was 114.741. these misfortunes producing 23124 killings and 125 907 injuries. Thirty-nine per hundred of wounds were described to have been severe. Information from pursue ups of the wounds to work out eventual wellbeing conclusion was not gladly available. In the 10 ear gap from 1987 to 1996 the number of RTAs had increased by 65%. The usual policeman statistics from 1992 to 1996 recognise two foremost determinants of RTAs; person going by car mistake, and strains with travellers, pedal cyclists and vehicles defects accounting for a little number of RTAs. CAUSES OF ROAD TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS Most traffic misfortunes are initiated by multiplicity of factors. This may be a blend of human mistakes and failings, poor street measures and situation and vehicle defects. Traditionally, RTAs are split up into three groups; therefore the Man; the Vehicle and the Traffic Environment. These three constituents are the foremost components which considerably assist to RTIs premier to either death or disability. Gekonge (1990) discovered that 85% of determinants were attributed...
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...Current Ethical Issues Paper As I went through the website Virtual Organization to figure out what fictional organization I was going to pick, there were so many from business to education, from healthcare to government there were so many choices but I finally came to my decision and the organization that I decided to use to create my Ethical Organization Profile will be Huffman Trucking. In picking Huffman Trucking I found during the research that this would be something that would interest me because my husband to be is off getting his CDL license and the story’s he tells after watching videos on how to operate the truck and knowing what is what and where everything is. See we on the outside world may feel aw it’s so easy to drive those heavy trucks but we don’t realize from the inside out how much it takes to be able to drive an eighteen wheeler or a bus of anything of the sorts. I was told that those trailers on the back of the truck are 4,000 pounds and they are very heavy. So in learning this there is certain spend you are allowed to travel in when driving these trucks or you will tip over. Huffman Trucking was founded by a native named K. Huffman from Cleveland, Ohio in 1936. The company started as a single tractor- trailer but the growth sky rocketed due to the results of World War II which increased the demand for carrier services between factories in the Midwest to ports on the East Coast (virtual organization, 2011). By 1945, everything increased by size such as...
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...process in 2002 as a national “Center of Excellence.” The Institute is funded by Congress through the United States Department of Transportation’s Research and Innovative Technology Administration, the California Legislature through the Department of Transportation (Caltrans), and by private grants and donations. The Institute receives oversight from an internationally respected Board of Trustees whose members represent all major surface transportation modes. MTI’s focus on policy and management resulted from a Board assessment of the industry’s unmet needs and led directly to the choice of the San José State University College of Business as the Institute’s home. The Board provides policy direction, assists with needs assessment, and connects the Institute and its programs with the international transportation community. MTI’s transportation policy work is centered on three primary responsibilities: Research MTI works to provide policy-oriented research for all levels of government and the private sector to foster the development of optimum surface transportation systems. Research areas include: transportation security; planning and policy development; interrelationships among transportation, land use, and the environment; transportation finance; and collaborative labormanagement relations. Certified Research Associates conduct the research. Certification requires an advanced degree, generally a Ph.D., a record of academic...
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...Staffing Plan Peter Adija University of Phoenix Human Resources Management – MGT/431 Instructor David Mallory June 28, 2010 Staffing Plan Huffman Trucking (HT) is a company that has always gone against the grain. It has always taken the bold moves when others remained cautious and fearful. HT flourished through the uncertain times during and after World War II. And midway through 2010 with many economist and pundits forecasting that the economy will not get better soon and may relapse into a “double dip” recession, HT has sought to make the courageous move and take advantage of some of the positive signs in the market and bravely engage in hiring and re-staffing reflecting the company’s goal of expansion. Employees of a company are not just responsible for carrying out their duties while at work; they are responsible for representing the companies they work for on, and sometimes, off duty. Employees today should be aware that what they say and do off-duty could cause them their jobs. Recently a waitress in Charlotte, NC went on the social networking site Facebook, to vent about her tip from a customer. She rudely spoke about that customer and soon management discovered her post. (Frazier, 2010) Some may say this incident borders on issues of privacy but from a management perspective there is the image and well-being of the company to worry about. Employees are an extension of the company. Hiring employees is not just about body counts. A qualified individual...
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...EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Many firms are attempting number of ways to enhance their responsiveness and competitiveness by changing their methods and strategy which includes execution of Information Technology (IT) and Supply chain management (SCM). On the other hand, a critical literature review is to be carried out with the insight into the role of Information Technology (IT) and Supply chain management (SCM). This report provides the applications of Information Technology (IT) and E-commerce in general as well as in selected industry. For this report, the selected industry is Volvo. The applications of information technology and changes in supply chain using e-logistics are discussed elaborately in this report. This report also clearly draws about the supply chain strategy used in Volvo. In addition, use of electronic commerce is well discussed followed by the uncertainties faced by the Volvo and the overcoming of uncertainty by Volvo. This report ends up with the conclusion. TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 3 APPLICATIONS OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 3 APPLICATIONS OF ELECTRONIC COMMERCE 4 BENEFITS OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN SUPPLY CHAIN 5 LITREATURE REVIEW ON INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 6 CHANGES...
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...The Effects of Terminal Costs on Supply Chains with LTL Shipping Observed causes, effects and mathematical analysis Ryan Conrad Portland State University Civil and Environmental Engineering P.O. Box 751 Portland, OR 97207-0751 Phone: 503-725-4282 Fax: 503-725-5950 The effects of costs associated with terminal points of truck freight tours, called terminal costs, are analyzed. An overview of current U.S. government and public policies, business practices and transportation infrastructure issues affecting Less Than Truckload (LTL) shipping networks is presented. A qualitative model of supply chain interactions is constructed followed by a mathematical analysis of specific areas of interest where costs are sensitive to policy or operational changes. CE 553: Freight Transport and Logistics Dr. Miguel A. Figliozzi December 10th, 2008 1. Introduction Traffic congestion and delay are becoming increasingly significant problems for the U.S. freight trucking industry. While freight transportation has continued to grow steadily, the capital spending and construction of freeways and major highways has remained mostly stagnant since the mid-1970s when the interstate freeway system reached completion. Much attention has thus been paid to methods of most efficiently using the road space available, particularly in dense urban areas, with lane tolling, freeway ramp metering and other measures being utilized. Major freight...
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...Syte Wiper Blades for Semis Organizational Overview Dry Syte was started in 2014 by former commodity relocator’s, also known as semi drivers. The focus of the company is to provide quality yet affordable products. The products we specialize in are for the sole purpose of keeping the windows and mirrors clean and clear for those that drive 18 wheelers. Until now, side view mirror wipers for semis has been non-existent. The product is designed to meet the need of the drivers with the specific truck he or she is driving. Though the concept is the same for all wipers, these wipers are customized to each truck. Product Description A standard size blade will not work with side view mirrors on semi truck because there is a long mirror and then a smaller round one. Most side view mirrors are 8 inches wide and 20 inches tall so the wipers will be 6 inches wide and 17 inches tall. This size will accomplish the end result of clearing the part of a mirror needed for proper viewing. Since the invention of the first windshield wipers in 1903 by J.H. Apjohn, the materials have changed significantly. Those first wipers were actually brushes and the sweeping arm that was used was created by Mary Anderson and became patented in 1905 becoming a standard part of automobiles in 1913. These first blades were for automobiles only, semi trucks have been overlooked until now. In 1905, rubber blades replaced the brushes and with other improvements, this solved the issue of rain drenched...
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...(Zimbabwe) PART 2 TUESDAY 5 DECEMBER 2006 QUESTION PAPER Time allowed 3 hours This paper is divided into two sections Section A SIX questions ONLY to be answered Section B TWO questions ONLY to be answered Do not open this paper until instructed by the supervisor This question paper must not be removed from the examination hall The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants Paper 2.2(ZWE) Corporate and Business Law Section A – SIX questions ONLY to be attempted 1 Explain the distinction between binding and persuasive sources of law in Zimbabwe. (10 marks) 2 In relation to the law of contract: (a) Explain the interface between a voetstoots contract and aedilitian remedies for a latently defective article. (7 marks) (b) State whether the current law adequately caters for the present day demands of commerce in Zimbabwe. (3 marks) (10 marks) 3 In relation to the law of contract: (a) Explain the term breach of contract and the forms it usually assumes. (5 marks) (b) Briefly explain the major remedies available for breach of contract in Zimbabwe. (5 marks) (10 marks) 4 ‘The concept of estoppel is invoked to establish ostensible authority in cases of agency . . .’ Required: Explain the nature and function of estoppel in a contract of agency. (10 marks) 5 In relation to company law: (a) State the restrictions that are placed upon the right of a promoter to select a name for a company. (6 marks) (b) State the restrictions that are placed upon the right of a company...
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...ECON 211 Macroeconomics Research Paper Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Antonio Martin Professor Ali Boloorian Aug 10, 2014 ABSTRACT The SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) is a champion amongst the most well-known sorts of vehicle to both own and drive. A year back, Suvs and minivans beat reliable cars shockingly. Nevertheless, the SUV is logically going under strike for its mileage, spreads standards and security record. Vehicle fuel adequacy over the US is presently at its most diminished level since 1980. In any case, California delegate Gray Davis stamped institution obliging the California Air Resources Board to make regulations to reduce nursery gas radiations from explorer vehicles. This consolidates Suvs. California speaks to 13 percent of the nation's auto promote, so makers of cars, Suvs and trucks are sure to comply with the state's announcement, in case they can't get it pacified or toppled. This could have immense money related impact on most of the United States. INTRODUCTION Most SUV holders accept that they are more secure in a SUV than in an auto. As indicated by the National Highway Traffic Administration, drivers of Suvs were 11% more prone to bite the dust in a mishap than individuals in autos. SUV drivers are additionally more inclined to be tipsy. What's more SUV drivers are less inclined to wear their seatbelts. "Suvs haven't generally been the best decision for well-being, regardless they have a higher danger of rollover than...
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...Aaron Research Paper TAX FILE MEMORANDUM SUBJECT: Mr. Aaron Research Independent Contractor vs. Employee Aaron, a resident of Minnesota, has been a driver for Green Delivery Services for the past six years. Aaron leases a truck from Green and his compensation is based on a percentage of the income resulting from his pickup and delivery services. Green allows its drivers to choose their own shift and does not exercise any control over how the services are carried out. In the agreement with Green, it labels its drivers as independent contractors, maintains no health or retirement plans for its drivers, and each year reports the drivers income by issuing Forms 1099-Misc rather than Forms W-2. Lastly, Green requires its drivers to maintain a commercial driver’s license and remain in good standing with the state highway law enforcement division. Issue: The issue in question is whether Aaron should be classified as an employee of Green Delivery Services or if he is an independent contractor and therefore, should be subject to self-employment tax. Section 3121(d) contains three separate and independent tests for determining who employees are. In general one can be classified as an employee if under the usual common law rules the relationship between him and the person for whom he performs services is the legal relationship of employer and employee. Generally such relationship exists when the person for whom services are performed has the right to control and direct the individual...
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...Andrew Yates Instructor – Anissa Demiter ENG 111 January 16, 2015 Literacy Narrative Throughout my childhood, the idea of having a college education was greatly stressed. As a result, it was my duty as the next generational child, to excel in my studies and achieve a life of prosperity and success. Learning became the basic foundation of my growth. Therefore, my youth was overtaken by many hours spent reading and writing what was known to be correct "Standard" English. I first found this to be a great shortcoming, but I knew that one day I wanted to have a great career. At this time I had no idea what I was going to become but trough reading and writing I had a few ideas. One idea was to be a truck driver or a pharmacist, but I later discovered I liked law enforcement much better. Through the many years of school I have found it very hard to get through my English classes. I found writing to be the hardest subject, but I always gave it my best. Reading I found much easier. I have always liked reading more it is easier than to write something. My mom always helped me through by encouraging to do so. She always told me “son if you just give it your best then you will make good grades”. Those words have stuck with the throughout my life. I strive to do my best in everything I do today. I give it my best. I think the reason I struggled with writing is because I’m more of a hands on person. I have been this way for as long as I can remember. I used to take...
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