Earn More With Our Find an Asset Technology
In today's fast-paced trucking world, efficiency is key for owner operators. At J.B. Hunt, we understand the challenges you face, and that's why we're constantly innovating our technology to make your job easier. One of the most powerful features within our DRIVE App is Find an Asset (FAA). This tool is designed to streamline your operations and get you on the road faster.
The Challenge: Locating Trailers
One of the biggest headaches for owner operators can be finding assigned trailers within vast customer facilities. These locations can be complex and time-consuming to navigate, leading to wasted time and frustration.
The Solution: Find an Asset
Our Find an Asset feature was specifically developed to solve this problem. It provides a satellite view of the facility along with the precise location of your assigned trailer. This means less time searching and more time earning.
How Can Find an Asset Help You?
While FAA was not originally intended to reduce empty miles, it does offer a valuable secondary benefit. If an assigned trailer is unusable, you can report the issue directly in the app, specifying why it can't be picked up. FAA then displays alternative available trailers at the same facility, helping you quickly locate another viable option.
This eliminates the need to physically walk to each trailer or wait for a capacity coordinator to find an alternative, saving you valuable time. This year alone, drivers have used this feature more than 64,000 times, demonstrating its significant impact on daily operations.
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The Power of J.B. Hunt’s Network and Geofencing
J.B. Hunt's extensive network and operational insights give Find an Asset a significant edge. FAA streamlines the trailer acquisition process by reducing manual effort. We utilize geofencing, which allows us to digitally outline the perimeter of a customer’s facility — including all associated lots — and link that boundary to the corresponding customer in our system. This innovative technology helps to correct inaccuracies caused by manual data entry.
As Frank, one of our business analysts that’s worked on this tool, shared, "Since human error is inevitable, FAA is designed to proactively detect and correct these issues, preventing scenarios where a contractor is sent to retrieve a trailer that isn’t actually at the customer site."
Are You Ready to Experience the Difference?
Our technology is designed with you in mind. From powerful tools to intuitive features, our solutions are Driven for You™, helping you streamline operations and achieve your business goals. If you're looking for owner operator jobs that come with the backing of cutting-edge technology, then it's time to explore contracting with J.B. Hunt.
Harness the power of J.B. Hunt's innovative technology to drive efficiency and profitability for your owner-operator business. Call us at 1-866-384-7130 or fill out our short form to get started today.