Trimble Leaders Reveal Range of New Transportation Technology at 2024 Insight Tech Conference

Trimble opened its 2024 Insight Tech Conference with leaders Rob Painter, president and CEO, and Michael Kornhauser, sector vice president of transportation and logistics, discussing the rapid acceleration of the transportation industry. At the event, Trimble is unveiling an unmatched slate of innovations focused on driving better, safer, more efficient and more productive outcomes for Trimble customers. 

“We will continue delivering innovation to help you do your work better, and continue investing in cybersecurity, in data and in AI,” said Rob Painter. “The global transportation industry is experiencing a major shift as technology propels productivity. Trimble is at the forefront of this transformative moment.”

Painter was also joined by Platform Science co-founder and CEO Jack Kennedy to discuss Trimble and Platform Science’s recently-announced definitive agreement for Platform Science to acquire Trimble’s global transportation telematics business units. As part of this agreement, Trimble will become a shareholder in Platform Science’s expanded business.

“Platform Science and Trimble have a shared mission to improve the commercial driver experience, while improving safety, efficiency and compliance across the global transportation industry,” said Jack Kennedy. “We’re entering an exciting new chapter for Platform Science, for Trimble and for the industry as a whole.”

This year’s keynote also launched major product releases across Trimble’s range of connected transportation technology with impactful updates to its carrier Transportation Management Software (TMS), commercial navigation, asset maintenance, real-time visibility and DVIR solutions: Trimble TMS Order Module, Trimble CoPilot, Trimble TMT Road Call, Transporeon Visibility and Trimble Inspections.

“Transportation businesses that embrace and adopt the right technology – with a partner that is focused on making an outsized impact on operations – will win in today’s dynamic freight market,” said Michael Kornhauser. “We are furthering our products to make Trimble that technology partner.”

New Trimble Innovations in Transportation Technology

Trimble Launches Cloud-based TMS Order Module

The all-new Trimble TMS Order Module transforms the truckload carrier order workflow through the power of machine-learning and Trimble’s industry-standard commercial map visualization. This cloud-based order entry experience employs predictive analytics-based tender grading and dynamic area balance visualization for a TMS order workflow that optimizes while it executes. All while connecting directly to truckload TMW.Suite and Innovative customers’ existing TMS for a more streamlined implementation experience. Learn more about this announcement here.

Updated CoPilot Enhances Truck-Safe Navigation

Trimble’s commercial navigation solution, CoPilot, boasts a major update of its user interface, making it more intuitive, responsive and driver-friendly than ever. New features like predictive parking and trip planning optimize how drivers navigate their journeys, improving in-cab and back-office connection while enhancing fleet safety and efficiency along the way. Learn more about this announcement here.

TMT Road Call Reduces Impact of Unexpected Breakdowns

TMT Fleet Maintenance has relaunched its Road Call module, providing maintenance managers a one-stop shop for managing vehicle breakdown maintenance needs. By combining Trimble’s industry-standard commercial map visualization and market-leading fleet maintenance technology, TMT Road Call delivers fleets a streamlined workflow experience, driving even greater efficiencies through connected transportation technologies. Maintenance managers can quickly spot disabled vehicles, find the best and closest service center and generate repair orders in a single, cloud-based user experience, saving time, reducing downtime and maximizing fleet efficiency. Learn more about this announcement here.

Transporeon Visibility Launches in North America, Seamlessly Connects to Trimble TMS

Transporeon Visibility brings a transformative customer service tool to carriers in North America, delivering real-time visibility and precise ETAs to in-transit shipments for all transportation types. With direct integration to Trimble’s TMW.Suite and Innovative TMS, as well as other visibility solutions, Transporeon Visibility provides Trimble TMS customers visibility on their own terms – with a unified, real-time visibility experience that supports diverse shipper customer requirements. Learn more about this announcement here.

New Vehicle Inspection Solution Improves Safety, Efficiency and Compliance

Trimble’s new Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) solution for commercial fleets, Trimble Inspections, is designed to improve fleet safety and efficiency, promote regulatory compliance and simplify driver and back-office workflows. Available through Trimble Instinct – Trimble’s flagship telematics and fleet management software solution – Trimble Inspections adds a modernized, more streamlined truck and trailer inspection application to Instinct’s best-in-class driver experience. Learn more about this announcement here.

Insight Tech Conference

Trimble’s Insight Tech Conference began September 15, 2024 and will run through September 17, 2024 at The Venetian in Las Vegas. This year’s event includes multiple days of networking, expert panel discussions and over 200 educational sessions. The executive-focused Leadership Series will bring in over 20 C-Suite speakers to touch on pressing transportation industry issues like AI, driver retention and freight fraud. And the all-new Trimble Customer Series provides Trimble customers an opportunity to share their experiences and best practices leveraging Trimble technology to improve their operations. 

Attendees will also have the opportunity to hear from Insight’s distinguished keynote speaker, Mike Abrashoff, former US Navy Commander of the USS Benfold. After taking command as the most junior officer in the US Pacific Fleet, Abrashoff led the Benfold to a #1 performance ranking after experiencing the highest turnover rate the year prior. Abrashoff’s keynote will explore transportation’s unique challenges and how the global supply chain can benefit from an increased commitment to culture.

For more information on Trimble’s Insight Tech Conference, visit the conference homepage.