Managed Freight
Proven Managed Transportation Strategies
What Is Managed Freight?
Managed freight is a complete transportation solution that combines advanced technology with personalized support. Instead of handling shipping details in-house—or relying on basic brokerage services—you let our team manage it all for you.
Managed Logistics includes:
- Mode optimization (FTL, LTL, intermodal, expedited, ocean, air)
- Carrier selection and performance management
- Freight Invoice Audit
- Transportation RFP
- Ongoing business reviews
- Custom reporting, accrual reporting and KPI scorecards
- Microsoft Power BI Dashboard Integration
- Full system integration with your ERP
With managed freight, you get more than a carrier connection—you get data-driven insights, real-time visibility, and a logistics strategy built around your goals.
TLI pioneered the concept of managed logistics services as far back as 1994, long before it became an industry buzzword. We didn’t just follow the trend—we helped create it. With over 30 years of innovation and leadership, TLI continues to set the standard in freight management. Our long-term success is backed by our customers: we proudly hold the top-rated position on Google, with over 322 verified 5-star reviews.
At TLI we offer both traditional truckload brokerage and fully managed freight services. While standard FTL brokerage helps you find carriers and secure rates for full truckloads, managed freight goes several steps further. With TLI’s managed transportation solution, you're not just booking freight—you’re gaining a team of experts, intelligent systems, and an end-to-end strategy to optimize your supply chain.
Let TLI Be Your Logistics Partner
Managed freight isn’t just a service—it’s a strategy. TLI offers a smarter, more scalable way to handle freight. You’ll gain visibility, reduce cost, improve customer service, and reclaim time for your internal team.
Why Choose Managed Freight Over Traditional Brokerage?
While FTL truckload brokerage is great for spot shipments or ad hoc truckload moves, it doesn’t come with long-term strategy or system-level optimization. In contrast, TLI’s managed freight services handle everything—from order to delivery—with a team of experts managing freight performance on your behalf.
You still get the benefits of ViewPoint TMS for tracking, routing, rating, and documentation, but with the added advantage of hands-on logistics support.
Technology-Powered with ViewPoint TMS
Our proprietary ViewPoint TMS gives shippers full control and clarity over freight. Even with our team managing the day-to-day, you can log in and view:
- Live shipment tracking
- Quick and spot rate quote comparisons
- Bill of Lading (BOL) generation
- Proof of Delivery (POD) archiving
- Custom shipment references
- KPI dashboards and freight scorecards
We also offer rebate programs, contract forecasting, and NMFC management—all under one system.
The TLI Difference
Choosing the right shipping solution starts with understanding the difference between managed transportation and freight brokerage. TLI offers both, tailored to fit your needs. While both support the movement of goods, freight brokerage connects shippers with carriers for individual shipments, whereas managed transportation provides full-spectrum oversight of your transportation operations.
Freight Brokerage
A short-term strategy to source capacity for an individual shipment. involves quickly assessing available carriers based on the shipment's specific needs, such as route, timing, and load size.
Managed Logistics
A long-term strategy for managing your transportation program starts with evaluating your current needs, setting key performance metrics, and creating a plan that supports your business goals.
TLI Managed Logistics Services
Make Informed Decisions
We conduct regular account reviews to ensure alignment with your business objectives. You’ll gain insights into performance, cost-saving opportunities, and optimization strategies.
With a Microsoft Power BI account, you can access your analytics whenever you need them.
You’ll also have a logistics expert assigned to your account who understands your freight needs and strategic goals. They serve as your go-to resource for any logistics questions or opportunities.
Insurance Options
Need added coverage for high-value shipments? TLI Advantage + can quickly secure additional insurance, giving you flexibility and peace of mind.
Free Advanced Transportation Management System
ViewPoint TMS empowers shippers with complete visibility and control over their supply chain. From real-time tracking and carrier selection to invoice auditing and performance analytics. Designed for all shippers, bring a powerful system to your operations for free.
The TMS also integrates directly into your ERP system. Ship freight without leaving your environment. Orders, tracking, and data sync automatically.
Recover Costs and Gain Insight
We automatically review and validate your freight invoices. Errors, overcharges, and discrepancies are flagged and resolved—so you only pay what you owe.
Freight Claims Made Easy.
If goods are lost or damaged in transit, our team manages the entire freight claim process. We work directly with the carrier to recover your loss, saving your team valuable time.
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The Supply Chain Strategy That Works for You
Managed Transportation
What to Expect:
Initial Meeting
Data Analysis
Official Proposal
Go Live / Onboarding
Continuous Optimization
What Sets TLI’s Managed Services Apart?
With TLI, you don’t just get help—you get smart tools, real expert support, and a custom tailored logistics strategy. Here’s what makes us different:
- Single-source visibility across all freight modes
- Seven-year POD and BOL archiving for secure documentation
- Automated tendering and routing via ViewPoint TMS
- Advanced tracking and delivery alerts
- Custom RFP support for freight procurement
- Integrated invoice auditing and claims handling
- Full ERP and vendor portal connectivity
- Forecasting tools to support better freight planning
Improving Logistics Performance and Recover LTL Savings
TLI delivered a 3.5% savings on LTL shipments for a leading materials supplier, implemented a standardized shipping system, and provided reliable decision-making data through consistent KPI reporting.
Digging Deep to Solve Complex Logistics Management Frustrations
A leading contract chemical supplier improved customer service operations, boosted customer satisfaction, and gained full visibility into transportation costs.