by Doug Fox | Dec 23, 2025 | Freight Broker
Understanding how long it takes to become a freight broker matters to shippers who want to assess the maturity and reliability of the partner they choose. This guide outlines the timeline, key steps, and what logistics managers should look for in a transparent freight...
by Doug Fox | Dec 19, 2025 | Freight Broker
Every day, thousands of shipments move across the country. Within this complex industry are unsung heroes called freight brokers. These are professionals who manage the logistics of each shipment to make sure loads can reach their destination on time and in good...
by Doug Fox | Dec 18, 2025 | Freight Broker
If you are a logistics manager asking how carrier sourcing and vetting works with a freight broker this article explains it step by step. The quality of your carrier network directly affects cost, reliability and service outcomes for shippers. What carrier sourcing...
by Doug Fox | Dec 17, 2025 | Freight Broker
Selecting the right freight broker is more than negotiating rates. One critical risk many shippers overlook is back solicitation. When a carrier bypasses the broker and engages directly with the shipper, you may lose control of the relationship, rate stability and...
by Doug Fox | Dec 16, 2025 | Freight Broker
In today’s fast-moving world of e-commerce, manufacturing, and distribution, supply chains are the lifeblood of the global economy. And yet, managing logistics is no small task—that’s why third-party logistics (3PL) brokerages are necessary. For those who have heard...
by Doug Fox | Dec 12, 2025 | Freight Broker
For shippers managing freight budgets and carrier relationships, unpredictability in rates can derail planning and erode margins. In this article we define the concept of fixed margin brokerage, explain why it matters for rate stability, and show how a transparent...
