Motor carriers and freight brokers have long relied on transportation management systems (TMS) to efficiently handle functions such as dispatching, load matching and driver management, but the latest advances in technology are unlocking new possibilities for this software. The rise of cloud-based platforms, business process automation, data analytics and artificial intelligence are converging to shape the next generation of TMS technology. But what does this mean for the future of trucking?
Navigating the fast-paced realm of trucking demands, staying on the cutting edge, and staying informed is the key. Welcome to the "Trucker Tech" podcast, fueled by Add On Systems! Ready to explore the intricate world of technology shaping the trucking industry for your business and drivers? Get ready for an exhilarating ride with the "Trucker Tech" podcast! We deliver the freshest insights, trends, and innovations revolutionizing the trucking landscape. Each episode unfolds with industry experts, drivers, and tech maestros sharing their valuable experiences and expertise.
Over the past few years, AI has emerged as a buzzword in many industries — particularly in data-heavy sectors like supply chain management and freight. Despite representing about 5% of the U.S. economy, freight remains an under-served market...
In this episode of Sense Per Mile, we’re joined by Alvys for an exclusive look at a groundbreaking development in the use of AI in freight. This game-changing innovation could reshape how carriers, brokers, and shippers operate—don’t miss it.
Alvys is transforming the future of transportation management, and we’re digging into the story behind their game-changing success LIVE from Manifest: The Future of Supply Chain & Logistics! Join Nick Darman, CEO & Founder of Alvys, and Ava Barnes, VP of Brand & Community at Alvys, as they discuss the innovations, growth strategies, and industry shifts that are setting Alvys apart. Host Nate Johnson & Robert Bain will lead the conversation in this special Driving Forward episode, uncovering the insights and bold moves that are shaping the next era of logistics.
Alvys announces the launch of the Alvys Marketplace. The feature allows carriers to find and book freight from multiple load boards—representing over a trillion dollars' worth of freight—directly within their TMS. This integration-based feature streamlines operations, eliminates the need for multiple platforms and empowers carriers to move more loads with less effort.
In this episode of The Marketing Front Lines, we speak with Ava Barnes, VP of Brand & Community at Alvys. As the marketing leader of a rapidly growing logistics software company, Ava has built a revenue-focused marketing engine that drove 5X growth in 2024. Coming from a psychology background, she's brought a unique perspective to B2B tech marketing, focusing on understanding customer motivations while maintaining rigorous attribution modeling. Through a combination of strategic paid acquisition, emerging media partnerships, and cross-functional team building, she's helped Alvys establish itself as a significant player in the logistics software space while scaling from a small startup to a high-growth technology company.
Offering connects multiple load boards worth over $1T in freight opportunities on 1 platform! Advanced transportation management software provider Alvys on Monday announced the launch of its integrated marketplace, which consolidates multiple load boards directly within its TMS platform.
In this episode of the Semi-Related podcast, host Chris Torrence sits down with Nick Darman, co-founder and CEO of Alvys, to explore his journey from dispatching for his father’s trucking company to building a game-changing logistics platform. Nick shares lessons learned from launching a hybrid freight brokerage and carrier model, the challenges of scaling proprietary technology, and his vision for empowering small to mid-sized fleets with tools that simplify operations and drive growth. Tune in to hear insights on market trends, freight tech innovation, and what’s next for Alvys in 2025.
In Episode 24 of The Miles and Mentors Podcast, Alex Powers interviews Nick Darman, Founder & CEO of Alvys TMS, to explore his inspiring entrepreneurial journey and how his company is reshaping logistics technology. From his roots in Moldova to building a thriving logistics software company, Nick shares invaluable insights into creating efficient systems, leveraging AI, and addressing critical challenges in trucking and supply chain management.
In this episode of The Hot Seat, Spencer Tenney interviews Nick Darman, CEO of Alvys, about revolutionizing the trucking industry through integrated technology. Nick shares his journey, insights on freight tech's future, and lessons learned from navigating logistics challenges and freight cycles. A must-watch for anyone in the world of transportation innovation!
For years, the trucking industry has served as the backbone of the American economy, moving nearly three-quarters of the nation’s freight. Despite its central role, the sector has long struggled with inefficiencies, driver shortages, and outdated systems. Today, a shift is underway. Digital transformation—led by artificial intelligence and automation—is revolutionizing how freight is moved, managed, and optimized.
It’s time to move beyond a status quo of putting up with regular disruptions to warehouse activities due to late or cancelled deliveries. This piece explores tools to alleviate common issues.
Many motor carriers spent 2024 just hanging on and waiting for a market turn that was forecast to happen during just about every quarter but never actually arrived. The good news is 2025 is likely to see improved trucking conditions across the board, but pinpointing the bounce isn’t any easier this year than last. Nick Darman, Founder and CEO of Alvys, joins us this week to discuss the outlook for trucking in 2025.
The past several years have been a period of extreme volatility for the trucking industry. During the COVID-19 pandemic, snarled supply chains sent freight rates and the number of trucking companies surging upward. But rates started plunging in 2022, which sent the industry into a long and painful freight recession. While it looks like the industry is finally emerging from this recession, the path to recovery and growth will be a long one.
The logistics industry faces many challenges that affect efficiency, transparency and cost. That's why many of today's artificial intelligence (AI)-powered startups address these challenges with dashboards, cloud-based solutions, data analytics, optimized offerings, real-time visibility, procurement systems and more. In fact, 49% of this year's winners to the Top Tech Startups award, presented by Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive, describe themselves as being in the AI category, with AI-powered automation coming in at No. 2 (47% vs. last year’s 46%).
Founder and CEO Nick Darman, who started his career in trucking and later worked on Wall Street, created Alvys after realizing the need for a robust, cloud-native TMS specifically for carriers. Alvys' hybrid architecture allows carriers to manage freight and brokerage operations in one dashboard, driving efficiencies and scalability.
Like much of the transportation sector, the trucking industry has undergone a series of major transformations, as powerful forces drive the industry toward greater efficiency. But trucking companies also confront significant challenges, such as fleet overcapacity, narrower profit margins, and unpredictable freight cycles. Those in the best position to navigate such shifts are the ones that make operational efficiency a core focus.
Michael and Nick talk about Elvis, how Alvys works, and both share some recent news and insights for the road ahead.
When the ATA refused to debate OOIDA on their "driver shortage" claims at FreightWaves' F3 event, industry expert John Larkin stepped in. We break down what happened and why the ATA might be avoiding tough questions. Don't miss this explosive episode!
Trucking companies are under close scrutiny, as the transportation sector contributes heavily to CO2 emissions, with trucks accounting for much of the growth in emissions from heavy-duty vehicles over recent decades.
Join Sense Per Mile at FreightWaves’ Future of Freight Festival (F3) as we explore the innovations shaping transportation’s future. Paul, in a banana costume, interviews vendors about their products and attendees about the industry’s biggest challenges. Insightful, fun, and forward-thinking—don’t miss it!
Election results are in! But what does it mean for truckers? Join us as we break down how the latest political changes might impact everything from fuel costs and regulations to life on the road. We’re diving into the policies that could shape your paycheck, your routes, and even the hours you spend stuck in traffic. Whether you’re for or against the outcome, this episode will help you understand what’s coming for the trucking industry.
On episode 785 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is live from day 2 at FreightWaves’ Future of Freight conference. He’s joined by special guests Samathan Foley at Turvo; Prasad Gollapalli at Qued; Jordan Kidd at Alvys
Transportation management software provider Alvys announced a web-based solution that integrates with Trimble’s PC*Miler truck routing, mileage and mapping software. This company added that this integration is part of the standard Alvys subscription, eliminating the need for separate contracts and renewals. By incorporating PC*Miler, Alvys said it ensures its users have access to trusted data.
American track-and-field athlete Carl Lewis won gold during a 1980s Olympic event in which he ran the 100-metre dash in 9.92 seconds. Fast forward to the 2024 summer Olympics, and the runner in last-place in the 100-metre dash was faster than Lewis at 9.91 seconds.
FreightWaves has unveiled its seventh annual FreightTech 100 list, spotlighting the most innovative companies in the freight technology sector. This announcement sets the stage for the FreightTech 25, which will be revealed in November at the F3: Future of Freight Festival in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
SOLANA BEACH, Calif., September 19, 2024--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alvys, a leading provider of transportation management software, announced a groundbreaking web-based solution that integrates with Trimble’s PC*Miler®, the industry standard for truck routing, mileage, and mapping. This collaboration between Alvys and Trimble integrates trusted PC*Miler capabilities directly into the Alvys platform and is included with every subscription.
Alvys announced it has integrated its transportation management software with Trimble’s PC Miler truck routing, mileage and mapping software. PC Miler’s calculations help eliminate discrepancies in mileage reporting, ensuring fair driver compensation and billing practices. The integration is included in the standard Alvys subscription at no additional cost to users.
Supply Chain Digital takes a look at the top 10 logistics technology platforms, which are enabling businesses to enhance visibility and reduce costs. In today’s fast-paced global economy, logistics technology platforms play a pivotal role in ensuring efficient supply chain management. These crucial tools streamline operations by integrating real-time data, optimising routes and improving communication across the supply chain.
Alvys integrates Trimble's PC*Miler into its TMS at no extra cost, offering carriers industry-leading routing and mileage accuracy.
Nick Darman and Joe Lynch discuss a carrier-centric TMS, which is exactly what Nick and the Alvys team have built. Nick is the CEO and Founder of Alvys, a transformative TMS for carrier, broker and hybrid operations.
With the ongoing trucker shortage, the collapse of I-95 impacting the northeast, and consumer expectations growing in delivery times, trucking companies continue to battle challenge after challenge. On top of the macroeconomic forces, issues such as communication …
We are thrilled to announce our latest investment in Alvys, a cloud-based transportation management system which has raised $6.3M in seed funding. Bonfire led the round with participation from RTP Global and strategic angel investors.
Alvys has secured $6.3M in a seed round led by Bonfire Ventures and featuring participation from RTP Global and angel investors. The funding will be channeled into product enhancement, team expansion, and other key areas to strengthen the company’s market position.
Alvys, a cloud-based transportation management system for small to midsize trucking companies, announced the appointment of their new Chief Revenue Officer, Patrick MacKenzie.
Alvys, a cloud-based transportation management system made for small to midsize trucking and logistics companies, announced the release of a new feature: Smart Texting.
The best time to upgrade your transportation management system may surprise you — it’s yesterday. With recessionary talk swirling around the industry, carriers are bracing for things to get tighter and looking for cost savings wherever they can …
Alvys, a cloud-based transportation management system made for small to midsize trucking companies, announced the release of a new feature that helps trucking companies easily calculate International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) taxes.
As economic currents swirl, transportation management software developers add features to keep truckers, brokers, and shippers rowing together.
FreightWaves interviewed TVA Logistics to learn how they reduced their dispatching time by almost 100%! That is music to our ears here at Alvys. It’s what we are here to do: make end-to-end carrier workflows super efficient and save our customers time!
Alvys levels the playing field through affordable add-scale technology that integrates a variety of management systems into one intuitive dashboard …
Leo Gorodinski, former VP of Engineering and early employee at Jet.com, has joined Alvys as Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer to focus strategic …
