A new proposal for tracking the hours a driver is on the road continues forward. It is important that drivers and other road users are protected from driving for too long on the roads without proper tracking. It is important that technology moves forward in this area because it has stagnated due to some problems in accessing the information tracking the vehicles.

The FMCSA has made a positive step forward with the current database system that is currently in use. The flaw with the system lay in the area of up-to-date details, with some areas being completely out of date by the end of the year. This makes the tracking of information difficult if you need to follow a particular case. A new update will alleviate some of this problem.

Breaking into the moving business in any area is a risk, but the amount of risk you take will depend on the company. If you are looking at building the best moving company, then you must become a member of ProMover. This demonstrates the commitment not only to the business but to the consumer, too.

Progress is positive for the new moving companies that wish to start a new business in Kentucky. Since 1950’s the state has required that any moving business must obtain a license, giving them the right to carry household goods throughout the county. What has caused problems is other companies that object and prevent new companies starting up. This has meant that since 2007, there have been no new licenses issued because of the challenges that have occurred and consequently no new business licenses issued.

It is important that the moving businesses train those individuals who are able to lead. Making sure they have the right opportunities to progress is essential, not just in their current position which they are in today, but where their future lies. Learn about AMSA’s program to train Leaders for the Moving Business.

A new wave of identity theft is making its way through the moving industry, business identity theft. Thieves are associating themselves with known companies and using the company as a way to get access to potential clients, misleading them to believe they are dealing with a legitimate company. The FMCSA is looking for ways to combat these criminals and ask companies to do all they can to help and protect themselves.