What Do Freight Brokers Do for Shippers?

Joe McDevitt • May 17, 2024

Shipper Support: Freight Brokerage

A freight broker is a logistics expert. They arrange freight transportation services for businesses that need to ship goods. Brokers connect shippers with carriers to move their shipments. They handle all the details so the shipper can focus on their core operations.

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Translogistics is THE Freight Broker

Translogistics (TLI) is a leading, award winning freight brokerage company. They were founded in 1994, giving them over 30 years of experience in the transportation industry. TLI has a unique culture that prioritizes truly helping shippers save time and money.

Freight Broker Software: Transportation Management System

ViewPoint: Transportation Management System

TLI brokers leverage a best-in-class transportation management system called ViewPoint. This powerful TMS integrates directly with shippers' ERP systems. It automates and streamlines the entire shipping process.



With ViewPoint, TLI brokers seamlessly book, track, and audit freight for shippers. The TMS provides automated GL coding and cost center coding for all shipments. This granular monitoring ensures visibility down to the SKU level.

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Freight Broker Advantages

A key advantage TLI brokers provide is freight invoice audit services. Artificial intelligence audits all carrier invoices against negotiated rates. If any discrepancies are found, the broker disputes and mitigates the issue with the motor carrier on the shipper's behalf.


In addition, freight brokers assist shippers with cargo claims. Their experts handle the claims process from start to finish when freight is damaged or lost. The freight brokerage claim team negotiates with carriers to resolve damaged shipment settlements favorably with the carriers.

Experienced Freight Brokerage

Working with an experienced freight broker simplifies logistics immensely for shippers. Brokers leverage deep supply chain expertise and strong negotiating skills on transportation RFPs. Their broad carrier networks ensure optimal freight transportation solutions.


TLI brokers arrange services for all types of freight - truckload, LTL, intermodal, flatbed, refrigerated, expedited, and more. They ensure shipments comply with applicable Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations and other guidelines. Freight brokers provide major benefits versus handling shipping in-house.


Outsourcing logistics to a third-party broker allows businesses in the United States to focus on their core competencies. Freight brokers use specialized expertise to find the most efficient, low-cost shipping solutions.

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