Forbes September 20, 2024
Dr. Erika Voss, Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer, DAT Freight & Analytics.
When you think about risk and safety in the trucking and logistics industry, your mind may jump to the immediate and tangible dangers: road accidents, vehicle breakdowns and compliance with transportation regulations. However, for modern enterprises, particularly shippers, the concept of safety extends far beyond these traditional concerns. Increasingly, companies are scrutinizing their supply chains through a cybersecurity lens, evaluating the risks that motor carriers pose to their data, business continuity, compliance and overall reputation.
In governance, risk and compliance (GRC), third-party risk is a critical focus. As a for-hire carrier, you represent a third-party risk to your clients, which is a variable they must manage...