Freight Broker Resources

Overview

Resources for Freight Brokers

Special Reports

Download our special reports covering seasonal and regional trends.

Q3 Spot Market vs Contract Rates 2011 - We compared spot market rates for vans in 7600 lanes during Q3. Read about the seasonal patterns that emerged.
Trihaul Report - Get 50% more capacity by loading carriers back-to-back. Learn trihaul routing in 3 easy steps.
Q2 Spot Market vs Contract Rates 2011 - Brokers pay more than shippers in 24% of lanes in Q2, as rates shift by region.
Win by Losing: How to Respond Effectively to a Shipper’s RFP - New strategic and tactical approaches to the RFP response process, including some new technology solutions to help you make the tough calls on pricing in dynamic markets and segments.
Cargo Theft, Identity Theft, and Double Brokering - Cargo Theft, identity theft and unauthorized re-brokering are all on the increase. How can you protect yourself and your business?
Growing Your Small Business - Understand the risk-reward trade-offs inherent in a growing freight brokerage and position yourself for long-term success.
August 2011 Produce Season Report - Download our free report covering reefer rates from Southern Maine, Western New York, Western & Southern Michigan Eastern N. Dakota.
July 2011 Produce Season Report - Download our free report covering reefer rates from North Carolina, Georgia, Mississipi, Colorado and California.
June 2011 Produce Season Report - Download our free report covering reefer rates from Florida, Texas, Arizona and California.

Customer Success Stories by Product

Learn how customers use our products to be more profitable and productive.

CarrierWatch®

Midwestern Transit doubles carrier exams with no additional staff
Network FOB reduces risk and supports growth

Keypoint® Transportation Software

General Transportation grows its business without adding to the back office
Des Moines Truck Brokers (DMTB) grows in sluggish economy and pays carriers in 24 hours

Connexion™

Logistics Dynamics edges out competition and triples revenue in two years

Surveys

Every year, TransCore surveys hundreds of brokers and carriers to understand the current trends in the trucking industry. Read our most current, comprehensive reports.

Broker Benchmark Survey - Read the latest trends from the broker community

White Papers

View our free white papers to help you make informed business decisions.

CSA 2010: 7 Things a Broker Should Know - A brief overview of what broker s and 3PLs can expect from the upcoming implementation of CSA 2010.
CSA 2010: A Broker's Eye View - An in-depth look at the new CSA 2010 regulations, and what brokers and 3PLs can do to prepare.
10-Essentials-What-a-TMS-Should-Do-For-You - What you should look for in a transportation management system.
10 Essentials of Document Management - For anyone considering the implementation of a digital document management system, here are the 10 essentials you should not overlook.