# Resources **March 21, 2024** ### [Efficient Carrier Procurement: A Guide to Strategic Selection](https://www.dat.com/resources/efficient-carrier-procurement) In the fast-paced logistics landscape, strategic carrier procurement is essential for shippers aiming to optimize performance. --- **September 24, 2023** ### [8 Steps to Get Your Freight Broker License](https://www.dat.com/resources/8-steps-to-get-your-freight-broker-license) Getting your freight broker license is the first step to launching a successful brokerage. This guide walks you through the essential steps. --- **August 3, 2023** ### [MC Authority 101: Everything You Need to Know](https://www.dat.com/resources/mc-authority-101) There are a number of roles within the trucking industry that can lead you to a long-lasting and successful career. --- **August 1, 2023** ### [How to Find Shippers as a Freight Broker](https://www.dat.com/resources/find-shippers-as-a-freight-broker) As a freight broker, you have a lot on your plate. You have to appease your customer base while managing logistics. --- **July 27, 2023** ### [How To Become A Successful Freight Broker](https://www.dat.com/resources/how-to-become-a-successful-freight-broker) Curious about how to become a freight broker? This guide breaks down everything you need to know to succeed in a competitive landscape. --- **March 21, 2025** ### [Analyzing historical rate trends on new lanes](https://www.dat.com/resources/historical-rate-trends-analysis) Rate fluctuations impact budgets and profitability. With DAT iQ Benchmark, shippers can analyze historical trends and gain insights. --- **December 8, 2025** ### [DAT Freight Focus: Truckload Freight Trends and Market Outlook for ...](https://www.dat.com/resources/freight-focus-report) Grab a copy of our annual report and explore freight industry trends and logistics market insights that will shape transportation in the future. --- **September 16, 2024** ### [Top 10 Best Freight Factoring Companies for Trucking](https://www.dat.com/resources/best-factoring-companies-trucking) Managing cash flow is crucial for carriers, and choosing the right freight factoring company can make a significant difference. --- **August 17, 2025** ### [How to Start a Trucking Business](https://www.dat.com/resources/carrier-startup-guide) Starting a trucking business can be a rewarding endeavor, offering immense potential for growth and success in the transportation industry. --- **July 16, 2026** ### [How shippers use freight market intelligence to reduce transportation costs](https://www.dat.com/resources/reduce-transportation-costs-freight-benchmarking) Independent Nucleus Research found that enterprise shippers using DAT consistently improve procurement decisions and reduce transportation costs. --- **July 16, 2026** ### [The Cost of Bad Freight Data: Why What’s Underneath Your Freight Rate Data Matters](https://www.dat.com/resources/cost-of-bad-freight-data) Freight rate data is widely available, but benchmarks suitable for budget discussions are less common. --- **July 13, 2026** ### [Mini-Bids for Shippers: Faster, Smarter Freight Decisions](https://www.dat.com/resources/mini-bids-for-shippers) Freight markets now shift faster than annual RFPs can adapt, making agility and data essential to procurement. Mini-bids can enhance efficiency. --- **June 18, 2026** ### [DAT iQ RateView](https://www.dat.com/resources/rateview_for_shippers_overview) Know what a lane should cost before you commit to any transport solutions. --- **June 9, 2026** ### [The DAT iQ Difference: Reliable Data for Shippers](https://www.dat.com/resources/why_dat_iq_data) See why DAT's invoice-verified data is the most reliable foundation for confident procurement decisions. --- **May 12, 2026** ### [Keep fraud at bay](https://www.dat.com/resources/keep-fraud-at-bay) What tools keep your business safe from fraud? --- **March 5, 2026** ### [How transportation intelligence pays off for shippers](https://www.dat.com/resources/shipper_case_study_stats_summary) Nucleus Research validates that DAT iQ customers save 5–15% on average. --- **March 5, 2026** ### [DAT for Finance Leaders: Why your organization needs DAT shipping intelligence](https://www.dat.com/resources/shipper_solutions_finance_cfo) Understand how DAT iQ helps finance leaders defend budgets and reduce cost variances. --- **March 5, 2026** ### [Measure What Matters: A straightforward guide to measuring shipping operations](https://www.dat.com/resources/measure_what_matters_shipper_metrics) Learn which KPIs top shippers track and how DAT iQ turns data into smarter decisions for operational efficiency. --- **March 5, 2026** ### [Driving Digitalization with DAT iQ: Top Pain Points to Avoid](https://www.dat.com/resources/digital_transformation_guide) Discover the most common obstacles shippers face on the path to digital transformation and how to overcome them with DAT solutions. --- **March 5, 2026** ### [Benchmarking 101 for Shippers](https://www.dat.com/resources/benchmarking_101) Unlock the power of benchmarking to optimize your shipping operations with actionable insights.