What are Managed Transportation Services?
What are the services a Logistics Solutions Provider (LSP) offers?
Managed Transportation Services are the additional-value added from partnering with a third-party logistics solution provider. These services are not offered through carrier-direct programs and help your team to focus on the most important part of freight programs – the data-driven decisions.
Transportation Management System
Gain visibility and control data in a transportation Management System. Stand-alone TMS software may cost a pretty penny but partnering with a 3PL may provide free systems – such as TLI’s Viewpoint system.
Mode Optimization
Take control of your supply chain, cost-effectively and operationally. Receive the best way to route a particular shipment based on information and services required. This can help shippers save money and/or headaches when it comes to routing freight.
Freight Invoice Auditing
Doing checks and balances on your carrier invoices to ensure the invoice matches the quote. This service can help you save 4 – 6 % annually on freight charges by voiding invalid charges and disputing reweighs / reclasses. If a specific charge continually gets added, experts can help recommend changes to avoid additional costs.
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Freight Claim Services
Freight claims happen and can be tedious process for your team. Tap into expert resources and have a dedicated claim mitigation team take care of your claims on your behalf. If claims continue to happen, experts can discuss packaging or routing recommendations.
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Contract Negotiations
A 3PL negotiates and holds your contracts on your behalf with the carriers. Whether you are leveraging spend on blanket contracts or tapping into your own contracted rates, a Managed Transportation Provider can help to keep control over your contracts.
If a shippers transportation spend exceeds $1m annually, TLI performs an RFP to acquire custom contracts to provide a solution catered to each unique shipper profile.
Partnering with Managed Transportation Programs can help shippers focus on BIG picture decisions while pushing management to a third-party logistics solutions provider.
TLI does all this and more for our customers – reach out today to learn more about transforming your supply chain:
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