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Cargo Chief Launches Real-Time Pricing Engine for Trucking

Cargo Chief recently announced the release of LaneMaster, a real-time full truckload (FTL) rating engine which gathers true freight pricing data through a consortium of transportation management software (TMS) and technology providers.

Trends, Issues Affecting Brokers and 3PLs

Whether you think they are a necessary evil or run a brokerage business yourself, there’s little doubt that freight brokers and third-party logistics providers are an integral part of the transportation and logistics industry.

Transfix Says New Fleet Planner Gives Dispatchers One-Stop-Shop For Managing Fleets

Digital freight broker Transfix has launched its first standalone software, a free online tool for small and midsize motor carriers giving them access to a centralized platform for managing fleets and streamlining operations.

EKA Solutions Offer Remote Business Service for Brokers

EKA Solutions will now offer its Omni-TMS platform to brokers who are operating their business partly or entirely remotely due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

Q&A: DAT Analytics Guru Explains how Freight Forecasting Works

DAT Solutions announced a pilot program for a suite of new rate forecasting and market analysis tools in January ahead of a commercial launch in April. In this HDT interview, we asked the company how this new capability works and how it benefits shippers, brokers and carriers alike.

Nolan Transportation Expands Cold Chain Footprint with Eagle Acquisition

Nolan Transportation Group, a non-asset truckload freight brokerage and third-party logistics provider, has acquired Eagle Transportation, a Mississippi-based freight brokerage specializing in temperature-controlled shipping.

McLeod Adds App to Connect Brokers, Carriers, Drivers

McLeod Software’s latest update of its transportation management software includes new carrier app for brokers and improvements for customer service teams. In addition, its Cloud IQ business analytics platform is now cloud-based.

Convoy Claims Fully Automated Brokering Success in Top Freight Markets

Digital freight-matching company Convoy said it’s achieved a trucking-industry first: 100% automated brokering of loads to carriers, including matching and pricing, on lanes in top freight markets.

Schneider Offers Instant Load Booking for Third Party Carriers

Schneider has launched an automated tool that enables third party carriers to instantly book loads at the click of a button.

Cost Cutting, Lower Rates Keep Brokers Profitable

Gross margins and revenues were down for freight brokers in the third quarter of 2019, but cost reductions and lower rates allowed them to stay profitable.