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TIA adds VPs to enhance membership and government affairs

DAT Solutions

TIA is North America's leading association for freight brokers and 3PLs, with more than 1,700 members. Before joining TIA, he worked as a staff member for Senator Max Baucus of Montana. Topics include Carrier Selection, Cargo Claims, Combating Fraud, Government Freight, and more. Benefits of TIA membership.

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‘Red Zone’ Trucking

Tailwind

It is estimated that there is 17 to 20% slack capacity in the trucking industry in North America. This means that up to 20% of the capacity – in this case, cargo space – is not being utilized at any given moment. It is said to be a place where the chances of scoring are statistically higher.”. from Wikipedia*.