Brokerage

Question 1

How to the brokers calculate the rate ?

Answer 1

Flat rate (Line Haul) + Fuel surcharge

Question 2

What DAT stand for?

Answer 2

Dial at Truck

Question 3

DAT what is used for ?

Answer 3

Is a platform (como indriver) used by the brokers

Question 4

Carrier list what should include ?

Answer 4

-MC#
- Company name
-Point of contact
-Phone number
-Email

Question 5

Preparation (All information related to the load)

Answer 5

-Additional services
-SHIPPER and RECEIVER hours (Location)
-Type of load (FTL or Partial)
-Total weight or weight per piece

Question 6

What does it means “Be knowledgeable “ for a Broker?

Answer 6

-Be aware of products season conditions

Question 7

What is the carrier Packet?

Answer 7

-Broker/ carrier contract
-W9
-Authority or DOT permit
-NOA - Notice of assignment
-Certificate of insurance (COI)

Question 8

What Notice of Assignment means ?

Answer 8

It’s a contract between the Factory company and the Carrier.
The factory company paid in advance and charge a % to the Carrier. The broker pay in 30 days to the FC. (FC borrowed the money to the carrier while the broker pay)