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Freight Cost Reduction

Think You’re Overpaying for Freight? We Can Help Cut Costs.

We are experts at analyzing carrier contracts and shipping data, reviewing your transportation needs, negotiating better rates, and optimizing carrier selection through routing guides.

Our tailored approach is based on your objectives and utilizes advanced freight rating and analysis software. As professional consultants with over 20 years of experience we ensure cost reductions for all transportation modes without ties to any specific carriers, providing objective and client-focused solutions.


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Primary Steps

  • Analysis of carrier contracts and ship history data

  • Review of transportation service requirements

  • Negotiation of lower freight rates and improvement of contract terms

  • Use of RFP process where appropriate

  • Development of routing guides with optimal mode and carrier selection


 

Consultants' Expertise

  • Each with a minimum of 20 years experience in Supply Chain Management and Consulting, for a wide range of industries

  • International and Domestic Transportation Expertise

  • Client-Specific: We base our approach on the objectives, priorities and preferences of each client

  • Objective: We are not a freight broker and have no ties to any carrier

  • Technology-Forward: State-of-the-art freight rating and analysis software


 

Consulting Fees

  • Hourly fee structure, with per-project maximums

  • Client ROI: Typically two to three months after project completion

  • Value: Satisfaction guaranteed

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