Ward Truckload Express, LLC, a leading truckload carrier serving the United States northeast, has licensed Trip AlertTM (formerly OOR/ETA Alert) transportation optimization software from Integrated Decision Support Corporation (IDSC) to provide global asset visibility, reduce out-of-route miles, and to monitor fleet security.

Trip Alert is a real-time management tool that interfaces with the dispatch and mobile communications systems to determine if a driver is out-of-route and/or is going to be late. Trip Alert doubles return on investment by tracking high-value cargo and hazmat security while reducing costs in out-of-route miles. Trip Alert also offers proactive swap opportunities for improving equipment and driver utilization and customer service.

"We see IDSC's optimization software as a competitive differentiator as well as another way to maximize our return on investments in our ICC dispatch and Aether mobile communications technologies," said Tim Ward, President of Ward Trucking. "These systems will offer us even greater ability to provide on-time, economical, safe, and secure service to our customers."

"Our software is engineered to accelerate profitability while meeting customer demands," said Kevin Smith, Area Sales Manager for Integrated. "We are pleased to work with Ward Trucking and are eager to support their business goals."

About Ward Truckload Express, LLC
Ward Truckload Express, LLC, operating since 1981, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ward Trucking Corp. and has built its reputation on excellent customer service, top-notch drivers, state-of-the art equipment, investments in leading-edge technology, and superior job performance. The Ward Trucking fleet of 140 power units provides service to the United States northeast area and is well covered by a network of 18 service centers, a new fleet, professional drivers, and award winning customer service. Visit www.wardtrucking.com for more information.