While international trade discussions and tariff policy whiplash have dominated many industry conversations this year, it was a more familiar—and frustrating—challenge that took center stage at the 2025 Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) Capital Ideas Conference in San Antonio: freight fraud. In his inaugural address as TIA president, Chris Burroughs didn’t mince words, declaring that freight
In a distributed work environment, building a strong company culture requires intention and creativity. At Transflo, the Engage program has become a cornerstone of our corporate culture, bridging geographical distances while making a meaningful difference in our communities. Founded in 2022, Engage has transformed how Transflo employees connect across departments, functions, and locations. Through virtual
While international harmony among the United States, Mexico, and Canada may not have dominated headlines recently, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) annual International Roadcheck represents an approach to highway safety that works across borders. From May 13-15, this coordinated inspection initiative will deploy across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. This year’s Roadcheck will include
The word tariffs has sent shockwaves through the freight industry once again. With uncertainty surrounding new trade policies, carriers and brokers moving goods between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico are bracing for potential disruptions. The latest round of proposed tariffs, set for April 2, could reshape cross-border freight operations, affecting rates, costs, and supply chain
The less-than-truckload (LTL) market is navigating a complex landscape in 2025, characterized by operational contrasts among major players. While carriers like Old Dominion forecasted “not just growth but prosperity” for 2025, others like TFI International described Q4 2024 as “a disaster” for the company’s LTL division. Market conditions remain unpredictable, with lingering economic uncertainties
The freight brokerage transparency debate has reached a pivotal moment. In an unusual move, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has reopened the public comment period on its proposed transparency rules from last November until March 20. This development underscores the contentious nature of a topic that has divided the industry. While regulations requiring
In the transportation and logistics industry, outstanding leadership drives innovation, resilience, and strategic growth. This is especially the case at Transflo, where this International Women’s Day, we’re spotlighting the exceptional women leaders who are helping shape Transflo’s vision and impact across the freight technology landscape. We sat down with four of our outstanding vice presidents
The early months of 2025 have brought major uncertainty for transportation and logistics companies, with shifting trade policies and new tariffs creating ripple effects across the supply chain. While changes in a presidential administration typically bring some policy adjustments, the current tariff landscape has introduced significant complexities for carriers, brokers, and shippers alike. Understanding these
A new administration always brings policy changes, and for trucking carriers and freight brokers, these shifts can have real business impacts. From tariffs and trade policies to fraud prevention efforts, sustainability initiatives, and evolving federal regulations, there’s a lot to watch. What’s changing, and what should you prepare for? We’re rounding up key items that
Freight brokers are no strangers to promises from tech providers. Automation, efficiency, and cost savings sound great, but not every vendor delivers the right solution. The right technology partner can simplify audits, slash DSO, and help you scale seamlessly. The wrong one? It can leave your team buried in inefficiencies and missed opportunities, like only