The basics of determining your Less than Truckload (LTL) rate is Origin, Destination, Class and Weight. Unfortunately, it is not simple to determine easily for the shipper. Every carrier has their own rules tariffs and not many shippers spend the time reviewing each one. How can a shipper possibly understand all the additional charges that are part of an LTL invoice? What may start as an inexpensive LTL shipment, could double or even triple if the Bill of Lading (BOL) is completed correctly.
How can a Third Party Transportation Management Company help you avoid these additional charges? Here are just a few common mistakes made by a shipper that may add to their LTL costs.
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