Benchmarking 101 for Shippers

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• March 5, 2026
• DAT
• Shipper

Understanding benchmarking is essential for optimizing transportation performance. Whether you’re an analyst in the trenches or an executive overseeing operations, this guide is tailored to meet your needs. It provides a comprehensive overview of benchmarking in the context of shipping operations, helping stakeholders leverage benchmarking to evaluate and enhance performance effectively.

Benchmarking serves as a reference point for measuring performance, crucial for evaluating transportation procurement and contextualizing operations. This guide covers two primary categories: transportation rate benchmarking and logistics performance benchmarking. It explains how benchmarking can be used for rate comparison, operational efficiency, strategic planning, and performance evaluation.

Learn how DAT iQ Benchmark offers valuable insights from aggregated data, enabling shippers to compare rates with the market and drive efficiency. Equip yourself with the knowledge to make informed decisions, reduce costs, and enhance your shipping operations.

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