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Unlocking Hidden Profit: How Technology-Driven Operations Transform Logistics Performance

In the third-party logistics industry, there’s a persistent tendency to focus on what’s most visible—sales numbers, new customer acquisitions, and revenue growth. Amid all this though, brokerages may be overlooking […]

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Future-Proofing Your Brokerage: Why Freight Brokerages Need to Get Serious About Technology

Even when freight markets are stuck in what feel like flat, motionless doldrums, innovation and technology keep surging forward. Every market participant is looking for new avenues to outcompete and […]

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Strengthening Business Relationships with Technology

By Russ Felker, Trinity Logistics Artificial intelligence is often discussed in the context of automation, efficiency and productivity. But what if AI could also help you be a better person—like […]

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Leverage the Latest in Cutting-Edge Technology

The world of technology is evolving faster than ever, and there’s no better place to stay ahead of the curve than at TIA’s highly anticipated Capital Ideas Conference. This isn’t […]

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TIA’s Standout Year: Empowering the 3PL Community Through Innovation, Advocacy and Technology

Cindy Amos | TRANSPORTATION INTERMEDIARIES ASSOCIATION THIS YEAR HAS been a standout one for the TIA, marked by a series of successful meetings and initiatives that engaged and empowered the 3PL […]

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TIA’s Technovations Day 2 Showcases Emerging Technology for Broker Back Office Success

On Day 2 of TIA’s Technovations attendees were introduced to a number of new products coming out from supply chain suppliers that will assist brokers with their back-office management leading […]

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Technology 101

(60 days of access) In today’s fast-paced logistics environment, successful freight brokers must master advanced technology. This course teaches you to select and implement the right tools for tracking shipments, […]

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Unraveling Why Most New Freight Technology Falters

In the ever-evolving landscape of freight tech innovation, the allure of once groundbreaking technology like “Book It Now”, “Blockchain” or “Digital Brokerage” often captivates both creators and businesses alike. However, […]

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TIA Launches Vendor Advisory Committee to Help Identify, Evaluate and Assess Emerging Technology in the Industry

The Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) – the only organization exclusively representing transportation intermediaries of all disciplines doing business in domestic and international commerce – announced the formation of its Vendor Advisory Committee […]

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Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) Technology Committee’s Three Goals

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Leading Through Change: What Freight Leaders Need to Know in 2026

The freight brokerage industry stands at a critical inflection point. Technology is advancing at breakneck speed, cargo theft has reached crisis levels, and market conditions remain challenging. For leaders navigating […]

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Proper Training – The Crucial Step in Building Leaders

Let’s face it. Training has long been a shortcoming in freight brokerage. While some of the largest organizations have invested in formal development programs, most brokerages still rely on an […]

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Leadership from the Front Lines: Alex Fritz on Building Tomorrow’s Freight Leaders

Alex Fritz, CFO at NT Logistics, shares his perspective on leadership, financial acumen, and why the Freight Leadership Lab from TIA is essential for the next generation of industry professionals. […]

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No More Labels, Just Great Solutions

We’re in one of the most exciting periods our industry has ever seen when it comes to adopting and building new technology. Nearly every conference or webinar showcases another wave of innovative ideas and solutions.  But as […]

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 Seven Reasons Every 3PL Leader Needs to Take the Class Accelerating Logistics Excellence: A Coaching Playbook

This article is a preview of Dr. James Kenny’s session in TIA’s Freight Leadership Lab, kicking off at Capital Ideas Conference in April 2026. Register today by emailing education@tianet.org. Let’s […]

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Improve the RFP Process – For You And the Shipper

The goal of an RFP is to create a relationship between a shipper and a service provider for a defined period of time. Typically it’s quarterly, half a year or […]

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How 3PLs Turn Connectivity into a Competitive Advantage 

3PLs have spent the last decade wiring together a digital foundation that finally puts real-time information at their fingertips. APIs delivered a breakthrough by giving instant access to carrier data, […]

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Stop Waiting for the Market to Change: Start Creating Opportunity 

I’ve heard this statement over and over in recent months: “We’re just waiting on the market to change.”  That mindset has caused too many companies to sit idle, cutting expenses, blaming market conditions, and lamenting revenue […]

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A Conversation with Georgette Hunter-Franklin, TIA Freight Leadership Lab Instructor

Georgette Hunter-Franklin, Director of Learning and Development at MODE Global, shares her insights on leadership in freight brokerage and what participants can expect from the Freight Leadership Lab. What does […]

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Four Keys to Keeping Your Best Clients: Strategies for Long-Term Success in Freight Brokerage

Content for this article was sourced from a TIA Lunch & Learn, 4 Keys to Keeping Your Best Clients: Strategies for Long-Term Success In an industry where prospects receive 5-15 […]

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Looking Ahead to TIA Technovations 2025: AI, Fraud Prevention, and the Future of Freight Tech 

November 5–7 | Phoenix, AZ | JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa  TIA’s Technovations Conference is always a highlight for the 3PL community as a chance to gather […]

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TIA Announces 2025 Technovators: Showcasing the Technologies Transforming the 3PL Industry

Alexandria, VA – August 13, 2025 – The Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) today announced the official lineup of 2025 Technovators—the innovative companies selected to showcase their game-changing solutions at TIA […]

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Claims Happen! 

Claims are a reality in logistics. No matter how well you plan, they’re bound to happen. While early payment requests are a familiar challenge, recent industry reports highlight a rise in […]

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TIA and CBP Advance C-TPAT Pilot Collaboration

Building on the successful passage of the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) Pilot Program Act of 2023 (S. 794 / Public Law No. 118-98) in October of 2024, the […]

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TaskRabbit Founder and FUEL Capital General Partner Leah Solivan to Keynote at TIA 2025 Technovations

PHOENIX, AZ (August 6, 2025) — The Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) is thrilled to announce that Leah Solivan—General Partner at FUEL Capital, Independent Board Director, and Founder and Executive Chairwoman […]

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FMCSA’s Freight Fraud Fight: New Protocols Aim to Secure the System

TIA extends its sincere thanks to Ken Riddle, Director of the Office of Registration at the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), for briefing TIA members and 3PL industry partners […]

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What does it mean to be an “Engaged Member”?

Membership in the Transportation Intermediaries Association is valuable in its own right. Having that badge on your website or on a load board, perhaps including it in your LinkedIn profile […]

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Qued Joins TIA’s Directors Circle, Strengthening Industry Leadership and Innovation

Alexandria, VA – July 28, 2025–The Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA), the voice of the $343 billion third-party logistics (3PL) industry, is proud to welcome Qued as the newest member of […]

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When the “Payload” Hits Your Company

In the world of third-party logistics (3PLs) and freight brokerage, every minute counts. Your operations hinge on seamless communication, precise data, and the reliable movement of goods. But what happens […]

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Top 5 Reasons You Need to Attend This Year’s Technovations

In the fast-evolving world of logistics and transportation, staying ahead of technological trends is no longer optional – it’s essential. For 3PL providers navigating digital transformation, TIA’s Technovations is the […]

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