It
seems that we have applied the on-demand business model to almost
anything we could lay our eyes upon – cab bookings, doctor
appointments, movie tickets, home services, food delivery – the
list is endless.
he
latest addition to the on-demand economy are the Uber for trucking
companies. You can simply use a mobile app to get access to trucks
and drivers who help you to move your stuff. The service is also
available for enterprises who can increase the efficiency of their
supply chain and cut down logistics costs.
The
global logistics industry is poised to reach $12,256 billion
by 2022 with a CAGR of 3.48%. Various on-demand trucking
platforms like Uber Freight are
looking to tap into the industry and get a share of the market. Today
we will explore the top Uber for trucking companies from all around
the world.
How Uber for Trucks Business Model Works?
An
on-demand trucking business works almost on the same principle of an
on-demand ride-hailing app. Shippers and companies use a mobile
app/web interface to locate and book trucks and vans according to
their requirements. Carriers/vehicle owners/drivers receive bookings
through their app/web interface and send quotes/accept bookings at
upfront rates or via f model.
The
shipper pays the trucker after the delivery is successful. The
on-demand trucking companies generally collect a share from the
payments for acting as the digital matchmaker.
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