What is Carrier Management?
TMS Glossary
What is Carrier Management?
Carrier management is the process of selecting, monitoring, and optimizing relationships with freight carriers to ensure efficient and cost-effective shipping. A strong carrier management system helps businesses improve performance, reduce costs, and maintain reliable transportation networks.
Why Is Carrier Management Important?
- Improves Carrier Performance – Ensures carriers meet service level expectations.
- Reduces Shipping Costs – Negotiates better rates and minimizes inefficiencies.
- Enhances Visibility – Tracks carrier performance, transit times, and reliability.
- Streamlines Operations – Automates carrier selection and management.
- Strengthens Carrier Relationships – Builds better partnerships through data-driven insights.
How Does Carrier Management Work?
- Evaluate and compare carrier rates and service levels.
- Automate carrier selection based on cost, speed, and performance.
- Track shipments and carrier compliance with SLAs.
- Analyze carrier data to optimize logistics strategies.
- Integrate with TMS and logistics platforms for seamless operations.
Key Features of FreightPOP’s Carrier Management Solution
- Automated Carrier Selection – Choose the best carrier based on real-time data.
- Rate & Performance Comparison – Compare carriers for cost and service efficiency.
- Contract & Rate Management – Maintain visibility into contracts and negotiated rates.
- Carrier Communication Tools – Simplify interactions with carriers.
- Advanced Reporting & Analytics – Track carrier performance with actionable insights.
- Seamless Integration – Connect with TMS, ERP, and other logistics systems.
Learn more about Carrier Management in FreightPOP
Fill out the form below to request a custom demo.