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We negotiate on your behalf at no cost
CarrierStore negotiates on behalf of the shipper to publish best-in-class LTL and TL rates. Our experienced service teams approach each client individually to analyze your specific shipping requirements in order to recommend the most qualified carriers that match your needs and result in the greatest cost savings. Our in-depth profiling process will analyze your shipping data to determine freight types, shipping routes, load restrictions, preferences and other criteria in order to negotiate deeper published discounts with the most suitable carriers. Our Account Specific Pricing results in a customized solution that offers a substantial cost savings over typical third-party logistics providers and other shipping brokers, all at no cost to our clients.
Access to Published Rates through xCHANGE
Negotiated rates are then uploaded to the CarrierStore xCHANGE to fully automate the pricing process. Customers simply enter their shipment details on the xCHANGE and instantly receive all-inclusive rates including service times from the account-specific published tariff rates with our carrier group. LTL shipments greater than 3 skids or 3,500 lbs automatically qualify for greater savings through our automated Spot Quote program. We offer this value-added service at no cost to our customers so all the savings are passed on to you.
Dedicated teams and customized solutions
When you work with CarrierStore, you are backed by a team of knowledgeable transportation professionals who understand your business and act as a resource for all your shipping needs. With access to our technology and knowledge of your business, the CarrierStore team is dedicated to providing you a customized shipping solution that optimizes your total freight spend. Our client teams leverage our carrier relationships, business experience and xCHANGE portal to manage all aspects of the shipping process for you, with no hidden service fees or obligations.
Comparison of Published Rate Pricing
CarrierStore offers value over traditional 3PLs through our consulting and negotiation services to provide the lowest published (tariff) rates with best-in-class carriers that meet our clients’ specific needs.
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Provide blanket pricing/discount – can’t negotiate FAKs or minimums
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Negotiate account specific pricing including FAKs, minimums, etc.
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3PL keeps most of the carrier discount
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Customer keeps ALL of the carrier discount
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Build consulting fees into published rates
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Offers no-cost consulting services – it’s like having a free in-house logistics team
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Match shippers with carriers based on total volume with carrier
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Match shippers with carriers based on specific shipper needs and carrier capabilities
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Invoice shippers resulting in added broker fees and no pricing transparency
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Shippers invoiced directly from carriers, resulting in greater savings and transparency
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No visibility to published rate pricing
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Manage all published rate pricing under a single TMS
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