February Broker Newsletter: Transparency like never before - DAT Freight & Analytics - Blog
February Broker Newsletter: Transparency like never before
From the desk of Mike Weaver, VP of Sales and Partnerships
It’s mid-February, already? What? Time sure flies! Especially when you’re integrating a company (Trucker Tools, see below), kicking off tradeshow season (Manifest, RILA), and preparing for the first Engage event (Dallas metroplex).
Please read on for:
- A Market Update from our expert analysts
- How DAT + Trucker Tools is going to make your life much better
- A breakdown on all of our new transparency-focused tools
- A recap of Manifest and a heads up about ENGAGE headed to Dallas
We’ll see you out there, let’s tru*king go!
Mike
Transparency you can trust: A new approach to maximize your network
Trusted capacity is core to your business, and that’s why we built our new Carrier Management Suite. There, you can rethink how and when you find the right carriers for your needs – because it pays to know who you’re working with.
What did the market do last week?
DAT iQ Market Update w/ Dean Croke: Ep. 29 - YouTube
DAT iQ Market Update w/ Dean Croke: Ep. 29
Our in-house market experts break down what the market does every week, if you like market overviews like this. Click below to see their latest market analysis, where they tackle current supply and demand trends, pricing, and what DAT iQ is forecasting for the weeks ahead.
Meet Trucker Tools load tracking
We’re excited Trucker Tools is now part of DAT. With Trucker Tools’ industry-leading tracking solutions, take your freight visibility to the next level, helping you streamline operations and keep shipments on track all from a single, seamless platform integrated into your existing workflows.
Why top brokerages choose Trucker Tools load tracking:
- Visibility made easy: Reliable, accurate, real-time tracking data so that you’ve got what you need to keep your partners satisfied
- Compliance made simple: Make compliance effortless with the industry’s most downloaded app and highest-quality ELD and telematics integrations
- Manage more with less: Say goodbye to maddening check calls and inefficient tracking. Get time back in your day with real-time freight tracking
Product spotlight: Qualification settings in DAT One
Broker Product Spotlight: Qualification Settings in DAT One - YouTube
Broker Product Spotlight: Qualification Settings in DAT One
The latest enhancement to DAT’s Carrier Management Suite empowers brokers to efficiently source, manage, and book capacity with increased customization and effectiveness. To get started, just log in. Watch the full demonstration below.
How to make safe connections online
This time of year, many people turn to online platforms to connect with new friends, professional colleagues, or potential partners. While it makes it easier to meet people, it also comes with risks such as scams, identity theft, and even personal safety concerns.
Manifest 2025 recap
Did we catch you at Manifest? We had a blast there. Check out our recap below
Dallas Engage
The DAT sales team will be in the Dallas-Fort Worth area March 5-7, and we would love to meet with you.
This is a fantastic opportunity to:
- Discuss your brokerage’s goals and how DAT can help you achieve them
- Learn about our investment in major innovations, such as a best-in-class carrier management suite that will serve as an all-in-one solution for trusted capacity
- Meet with DAT sales and product leaders to provide feedback on our tools to help us serve you better
- Schedule personalized training sessions for your staff with our customer success team