by Doug Fox | Oct 2, 2024 | freight broker
Overdependence on anything isn’t good. For shippers, overdependence on freight brokers isn’t good for business. There are more than 26,500 freight brokerages operating in the United States, and they’re all competing for shippers’ business. It’s risky to hand over all...
by Doug Fox | Sep 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
The movement of freight shouldn’t be an us-versus-them type of transaction. Shippers and carriers need to build relationships for the betterment of both businesses. Transparency is key. “Transparency in business can be a great thing,” Patriot Software founder Mike...
by Doug Fox | Sep 12, 2024 | freight broker
It is possible for carriers to grow their businesses by forming direct relationships with shippers rather than going through a traditional freight broker. An anti-broker lays the groundwork for those direct relationships and business growth — and then steps aside. The...
by Doug Fox | Jul 15, 2024 | freight broker
The carrier vetting and onboarding process traditionally has been long and drawn out. It also can be a risky operation if transportation providers are not properly vetted before being onboarded. Test Drive changes that, providing strategic tools for shippers with...
by Doug Fox | Jul 3, 2024 | freight broker
Antifreeze protects your vehicle’s engine from seizing up in frigid weather. Antivirus software safeguards computer systems from hackers. An “anti-broker” prevents the feelings of distrust (and sometimes disgust) shippers and carriers often harbor when dealing with...