Becoming a successful freight agent takes dedication, a strong work ethic, organizational skills and creative problem solving – just to name a few skills. Today, freight agent programs are making it easier to find success, but it’s important to find the right program – one designed with your unique situation in mind.
Why choose the GlobalTranz freight agent model?
It’s simple – we invest in technology, are up to date on all industry trends, we offer robust back-end support, and our scale and model allow for a multitude of services agents can build their portfolio around.
Whether you’re an existing freight agent looking to grow your business or a new agent just getting started, it’s time to partner with GlobalTranz to maximize your potential.
Leverage best-in-class logistics technology solutions
Our technology has been revolutionizing the freight industry for more than a decade. As leaders in freight tech, we have worked hard to create the type of logistics technology that will help any agent from the novice to the expert succeed.
GlobalTranz TMS for Agents offers a control tower view of your transportation operation, allowing you to better serve your customers. Capabilities of our TMS include:
- Rate, quote and order management
- Real-time tracking and notifications
- Reporting and dashboard tools
- API and EDI integration tools
- Custom workflow management
- Back-office tools
- Customer and vendor management
The GlobalTranz TMS also assists agents looking to grow their business with leads to help you find more customers. For freight agents on the go, GlobalTranz Mobile provides real-time access to the LTL load board, shipment details, shipping documents, in-app dispatching and more.
“Great technology is what separates the best logistics providers from the rest. Out of all agent-based freight brokerage models, we chose GlobalTranz for their technology. We use GlobalTranz TMS for sales and operations, while our shippers use it to manage their own shipments. I truly believe GlobalTranz is the best in the industry at providing the tools and technology necessary to take our business to the next level.”
– Igor Kapelnikov, Agent Owner
Expand your product offering
GlobalTranz offers a full suite of transportation solutions, including multimodal shipping and managed transportation. Whether you specialize in one mode or a variety of solutions, GlobalTranz has what you need to succeed. You’ll have access to the capacity needed to meet your customers’ needs, with more than 85,000 carriers, including more than 120 best-in-class LTL carriers.
GlobalTranz offers transportation solutions for:
- Managed transportation
- Less-than-truckload
- Truckload
- Final mile delivery
- Expedited and air
- Intermodal and rail
- Air and ocean
- Mexico cross-border
Grow your freight agent business with marketing, sales and back-office support
Running a successful freight business takes more than just working with customers and booking loads. Many of the back-office operations take away valuable time from freight agents. GlobalTranz offers comprehensive administrative support for payroll processing, vendor and carrier payments, claim filing, financial reporting and more – so agents can focus on growing their business.
But even growing your business isn’t something you have to do alone. GlobalTranz supports agents with marketing and sales to bring in new customers. Leveraging the GlobalTranz name and brand can add credibility and help attract prospects. And you’ll also gain access to our module for sourcing valuable leads.
Lean on GlobalTranz for marketing and sales support, including:
- Customizable sales presentations
- Comprehensive sales collateral
- 24/7 operations support
- Dedicated customer service reps
SOURCE: https://www.globaltranz.com/resource-hub/become-a-successful-freight-agent/