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
Scalability is a crucial trait for today’s modern, successful brokerages. Without it, your operations could be at the whim of the market—which has been quite volatile over the last few years. For example, what if a brokerage decided to make several new hires around the turn of the year in anticipation of higher truckload and
From streamlining business processes to unlocking previously unimaginable innovations, discussions about new technology have become nearly synonymous with AI developments. Yet, while excitement around AI abounds, it’s accompanied by concerns about economic upheaval and workforce displacement. Despite these uncertainties, one thing is clear: AI is not just a disruptor—it’s an enabler of innovation. The trucking
California’s Assembly Bill 5 (AB5), also known as the “gig economy law,” was passed in 2019 and took effect on Jan. 1, 2020. Originally intended to address worker misclassification in sectors like ride-hailing and delivery services, the law significantly alters how workers are classified across multiple sectors, including trucking. Five years later, it is still
Broker-carrier relationships have been a hot topic in the freight industry lately. Unfortunately, the conversation hasn’t always been about smooth sailing and seamless collaboration. Brokers are expressing frustration over the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s proposed transparency requirements, while carriers are raising concerns about what they perceive as overly complex vetting procedures imposed by brokers.
The 2020s have been a whirlwind of upheaval and transformation for industries worldwide, but few sectors have experienced as much of a rollercoaster as trucking. Over the past half-decade, the freight industry has faced huge challenges: navigating COVID-19 lockdowns, a historic boom in 2021 and 2022 with significant capacity expansions, and the prolonged freight recession