The Next Supply Chain Risk? Why Transportation Cybersecurity Is Becoming a Priority
For years, transportation security has focused on preventing cargo theft, protecting freight, and ensuring regulatory compliance. But as commercial vehicles become increasingly connected through electronic logging devices (ELDs), telematics, GPS tracking, onboard diagnostics, and emerging autonomous technologies, a new threat is gaining attention: cybersecurity. A recently introduced bipartisan bill in the U.S. Senate highlights just how seriously lawmakers are beginning to view cyber risks within the transportation industry. If passed, the legislation could reshape how connected vehicle technology is sourced and secured, while reinforcing the importance of working with transportation providers that prioritize both physical and digital security. Connected Trucks Bring New Opportunities—and New Risks Today's commercial trucks are more connected than ever before. Fleet management systems, ELDs, telematics platforms, cameras, sensors, and communication devices al...