AMTA industry survey results
Published
The AMTA will be releasing a weekly industry update survey for Carriers in order to get a sense of how industry is affected by the COVID-19 outbreak.
The AMTA will be releasing a weekly industry update survey for Carriers in order to get a sense of how industry is affected by the COVID-19 outbreak.
Within the first 38 respondents (March 24-30), information of note included:
What COVID-19 impacts are you seeing within your business?
89% – Revenue decrease 76% – Cancellation of work related meetings and/or events 71% – Employee absence due to voluntary self-isolating or caring for a loved one 58% – Encouraging/mandating staff work from home
Reduction in staffing since March 1, 2020: 29%
Of these, 42% are temporary layoffs due to self-isolation, family care, etc., and 30% are indefinite layoffs due to business conditions.
Has your business experienced difficulty obtaining support for drivers while on the road or while interacting with shippers and receivers?
32% – Yes 68% – No