Why Shippers and Insurers Should Ask Brokers for One Shipment Record
Keep shipment evidence organized from pickup through delivery. See how shippers, brokers, and insurers can use a clear CargoGuard workflow for review.
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Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse: Do Freight Brokers Have to Query Drivers?
Ordinary freight brokers are not required to run Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse queries merely because they arrange a load. The query duties generally belong to employers of drivers covered by FMCSA's drug-and-alcohol testing rules, including applicable motor-carrier and owner-operator arrangements. A company that also employs covered drivers must address those duties in its employer role.
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U.S.–Mexico Trucking: Capacity and Security Checks for Cross-Border Freight
U.S.–Mexico trucking requires a plan for each operating leg, border handoff, and party responsible for the freight. Verify the carrier's authority for its actual U.S. operation, customs readiness, insurance territory, driver and equipment identity, seal control, and approved stops or transfers. Nearshoring plans should be matched with confirmed capacity, not just a national growth forecast.
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Truck-Parking Shortage: How It Changes Hours-of-Service and Delivery Planning
The truck-parking shortage reduces scheduling flexibility because drivers need a safe, lawful place to stop before available driving time expires. Searching for parking, stopping early to secure a space, and leaving a delayed facility can affect the next delivery appointment. Logistics teams should plan parking as part of the trip, allow realistic buffers, and revise appointments when a lawful plan no longer works.
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Truck Tracking: Seven Features Brokers Should Review
Compare truck tracking features for freight brokers, including update frequency, driver checks, alerts, shipment records, and API integration.
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Supply Chain Visibility: Seven Uses for Freight Teams
Explore seven uses for supply chain visibility in freight operations, from shipment handoffs and customer updates to delivery record review.
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Freight Tracking Software: A Broker’s Evaluation Guide
Evaluate freight tracking software for brokers by reviewing location updates, alerts, driver checks, records, integrations, and daily workflows.
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Truckload Tracking Software: Five Broker Workflows
Explore five broker workflows for truckload tracking software, including setup, shipment updates, alerts, customer communication, and delivery records.
