Emergency Freight Done Right: How to Avoid Load Board Pitfalls

When an emergency load needs immediate pickup and delivery, the instinctive reaction might be to turn to load boards like DAT or Truckstop. However, this can be a costly mistake due to scammers, low-quality carriers, fraud, theft, and double brokering, all common for load boards.

When you rely on load boards, there is a high chance you will face cancellations, late pickups and deliveries, and even the potential loss of your freight. "With load boards, what are you going to get? You're going to get cancellations, you're going to get late pickups, you're going to get late deliveries, double brokering, fraud, theft, weirdos, scumbags – things you don't want in freight," Alex Winston, Chief Legal Officer of Expedite All says.

The anonymity of load boards means you're often entrusting your valuable cargo to strangers with little accountability. "Your load board carrier is going to lose your business, maybe lose your freight, and they're more trouble than they're worth," Alex adds.

A Vetted Network: The Expedite All Approach

Avoiding Load Boards Entirely

To circumvent these risks, Expedite All takes a different route entirely. "I don't use load boards," states Winston. "I use a vetted network of over 10,000 drivers, and I keep tabs on them with my own software and tracking."

By building and maintaining its own network, Expedite All ensures that every driver is thoroughly vetted and monitored. "I don't have to trust strangers to carry freight," says Alex. "I don't have any strangers that I just met carrying our freight. I know all of them."

Proprietary Software and Real-Time Tracking

The proprietary software and tracking systems employed by Expedite All provide real-time insights into their drivers' activities. "Right now, I know whether they're loaded, where they are, where they've been, where they're going, and what they had for breakfast this morning," Alex quips. "And if I don't know all those things, I don't use them."

This technology allows for constant communication and updates, ensuring that any potential issues are identified and resolved promptly. It also provides clients with transparency and peace of mind. "Our clients appreciate knowing their freight is monitored every step of the way," notes Mr. Winston.

The Benefits of a Vetted Network

By steering clear of load boards, Expedite All avoids the common pitfalls that plague the freight industry. Load boards often serve as breeding grounds for fraudulent activities and unreliable carriers. 

Instead, Expedite All's vetted network provides a safe and reliable alternative. Shippers can rest assured that their freight is in capable hands. "100% clean network with no bad actors in it," says Mr. Winston proudly.

Building Trust Through Personal Relationships

At the heart of Expedite All's approach is the emphasis on personal relationships with their drivers. "I know all of them," says Alex. This personal connection fosters trust and reliability, which are crucial in the high-stakes world of emergency freight delivery.

Eliminating Risks with Thorough Vetting

Expedite All's rigorous vetting process ensures that every driver meets their high standards. Background checks, performance history, and personal interviews are all part of their comprehensive evaluation. Alex Winston says: "If I don't know all those things, I don't use them." 

Commitment to Excellence

Expedite All's approach is all about actively pursuing excellence. By setting high expectations and providing the tools and support drivers need, Expedite All creates an environment where outstanding service is the norm.

Ensuring Safety and Reliability in Freight Delivery

Resulting Peace of Mind

Expedite All has built a secure and efficient freight delivery system. Avoiding load boards and relying on a trusted network allows us to eliminate risks associated with fraud, theft, and delays. "We don't have any risk in our network of losing a load," Mr. Winston says.

Clients benefit from this reliability, knowing their shipments are handled with the utmost care. "Our clients can sleep at night knowing their freight is safe," he adds.

Building Confidence Through Transparency

Expedite All's approach safeguards the freight and builds confidence with their clients. The use of proprietary software and real-time tracking means that clients are always informed about the status of their shipments. Alex states: "Transparency is a key. Our clients know where their freight is at all times."

This openness fosters trust and long-term relationships. Clients feel valued and are more likely to return for future services.

Eliminating Delays and Cancellations

Expedite All significantly reduces the likelihood of delays and cancellations. The drivers are dependable professionals who understand the urgency of emergency freight. "We ensure that pickups and deliveries are on time, every time," Mr. Winston asserts.

This reliability translates into operational efficiency for clients, allowing them to meet their own deadlines and commitments.

A Competitive Edge for Clients

The reliability offered by Expedite All provides clients with a competitive advantage. In industries where time is of the essence, having a dependable freight partner can make all the difference. "Our clients can focus on their core business without worrying about freight issues," notes Mr. Winston. "We handle the logistics, so they don't have to."

This focus on client success demonstrates Expedite All's commitment to being more than just a service provider. We're invested in our clients' success, so when they succeed, we succeed.

A Model for the Industry

Expedite All provides a model for the freight industry, demonstrating that it's possible to provide emergency freight services without compromising security or reliability. Our investments in our network and technology have made it possible to create a system that benefits both the company and the client.

Conclusion

Cutting corners by using load boards can lead to disastrous consequences. Scammers, low-quality carriers, fraud, theft, and double brokering are some of them. 

The good news is that Expedite All’s vetting protocol helps shippers avoid those pitfalls of load boards and ensure their freight reaches its destination securely and on time.

The company's commitment to excellence, transparency, and client success sets us apart in the industry. Through careful vetting, personal relationships, and advanced technology, we provide a service that not only meets but also exceeds the demands of emergency freight delivery.