Why Freight Management Services Matter
Freight keeps supply chains running. When shipments move on time, businesses meet demand and stay competitive. Third-party logistics providers (3PLs) freight management services play a critical role by managing freight and streamlining processes across the supply chain. They handle day-to-day tasks such as freight claims, lane sourcing, carrier vetting, and freight audits, which allows your internal teams to focus on strategy and growth.
At Translogistics, Inc. (TLI), we combine managed logistics, transportation technology, and hands-on support. Headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania, TLI serves shippers nationwide across all major modes of transportation. From freight invoice audits and claims management to TMS-driven optimization, our team delivers solutions that improve both cost control and operational efficiency.
What Freight Management Services Include
Growing manufacturers and distributors rely on freight management services to simplify operations. A 3PL partner like TLI provides:
- Rate negotiations and RFP management powered by advanced TMS technology
- Carrier contract oversight to ensure compliance and service reliability
- Freight audits and invoice corrections that recover money for shippers
- Claims management to resolve cargo issues quickly and fairly
Using our ViewPoint TMS, we optimize mode selection and routing, comparing less-than-truckload (LTL) and full truckload options. We also provide shipment tracking, vendor portal visibility for inbound freight, and shipment consolidation when it lowers costs. Our team manages tendering and carrier follow-up so your staff stays focused on higher-level priorities.
Finally, we deliver reporting and analytics through dashboards, exception alerts, and proof-of-delivery images. These insights show spend trends, on-time performance, and areas for improvement; giving your team actionable supply chain intelligence.
How 3PLs Improve Day-to-Day Operations
Administrative Scaling and Data Management
3PLs automate rating, tendering, and documentation. This reduces manual errors, saves administrative hours, and enables faster responses to delays or claims. By leveraging supply chain data, teams uncover new savings opportunities and improve service levels.
Carrier Sourcing and Vetting
A strong 3PL provides access to a large, vetted carrier network. They secure capacity, compare service options, and negotiate competitive terms. At TLI, our experienced team handles carrier negotiations and ensures each partner meets strict performance standards.
Exception Management for Claims and Billing
When problems occur, 3PLs act quickly. They track late pickups, resolve routing issues, escalate claims, and recover costs from carriers. This active approach keeps customers informed and prevents downtime.
TMS Technology at the Core
A transportation management system (TMS) centralizes freight operations. It rates shipments, creates bills of lading, tracks deliveries, and stores POD/BOL documents. TLI’s ViewPoint TMS integrates directly with carrier EDI and APIs, providing real-time status updates and simplifying audits.
Supply Chain Analytics and ERP Integration
TMS data powers dashboards that track spend by lane and carrier. With ERP and BI integrations, teams can model “what if” scenarios and optimize their freight network. TLI’s CoBrokerPro and SaaS platforms give shippers direct access to these tools.
IoT Sensors for Visibility
IoT sensors enhance visibility for high-value shipments. TLI offers integrations that deliver live updates on location, temperature, and security data. Combined with cargo insurance options, these solutions protect sensitive freight and reduce supply chain risk.
Measuring ROI from Freight Management Services
The best way to measure freight management success is through clear KPIs. Shippers should track:
- On-time delivery rates
- Freight claims recovered
- Cost per shipment, cost per mile, and cost per pound
- Invoice accuracy and exception resolution time
These KPIs reveal performance gaps and highlight opportunities for savings.
Direct savings often appear immediately from freight audits, better routing, and optimized mode selection. Indirect benefits include stronger customer satisfaction, faster claims resolution, and improved visibility. Together, these advantages create a scalable logistics framework that grows with demand.
Why Partner with TLI for Freight Management Services
In short, freight management services keep shipments moving and supply chains strong. A 3PL partner like TLI combines people, process, and technology to reduce cost, minimize risk, and scale operations.
Whether you’re looking for a freight audit, claims support, or a complete TMS-driven solution, TLI helps you take the first step toward smarter shipping. Start with an audit of your current freight spend, map your top lanes, and measure your on-time delivery performance. Then, partner with a 3PL that offers the right mix of reporting, carrier relationships, and technology.
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FAQs About Freight Management
TLI manages carrier contracts, audits invoices, files freight claims, optimizes routing, tracks shipments, and delivers reporting through our proprietary ViewPoint TMS.
Our TMS rates shipments, tenders loads, tracks deliveries, and stores shipping documents for up to seven years. This archive makes audits and claims faster and more accurate.
Yes. ViewPoint TMS integrates with ERP platforms and Microsoft Power BI, aligning logistics data with finance, sales, and customer service.
We audit every freight invoice, recover overcharges, and negotiate competitive rates through RFP sourcing. We also optimize mode selection to cut costs.
Both small and large shippers benefit. Small businesses use ShipTLI for easy shipment booking, while enterprises leverage ViewPoint TMS with managed services. TLI scales solutions to fit your freight volume and business goals.