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Truck Dispatch Companies

Truck Dispatch Companies

Looking into truck dispatch companies to help get your business moving? DAT can help you find the perfect partners.

Do you want help finding high-paying freight? Hiring a truck dispatching company is a convenient and relatively hassle-free way to do just that. But you don’t need to work with dispatch companies to find great freight. With a quality load board, you can self-dispatch and save money while finding that same great freight. Sign up for our DAT load board today to see how our real-time freight network can help your business succeed.

Find great freight with help from truck dispatching companies.

The best trucking dispatch companies take the job of finding freight out of your hands.

If you’re just starting out as a carrier or owner-operator, you might be thinking about hiring a dispatch trucking company. Freight dispatching companies will not only find loads for you using a load board or their personal connections, but they will also negotiate with brokers and shippers on your behalf to get the best rates possible. In return, dispatch companies receive a fixed percentage of the payment for each load you deliver.

If you’d rather not lose that percentage, self-dispatching using the industry-leading DAT load board is a great option.

Get back office support with the right dispatch trucking company.

Need help with paperwork? A dispatch trucking company might be able to help you so you can focus on the road ahead.

For newcomers to the industry, managing day-to-day operations can also be challenging. Another service the best dispatch companies offer is help keeping up with certifications and paperwork. Some truck dispatching companies will make sure your MC compliance is current while also handling back office tasks like invoice collection and billing.

However, these services often come with a higher price tag. Instead, you can get that same support from other, often better, services while also saving money as one of the many self-dispatching trucking companies operating in the country.

Save money by self-dispatching with a load board.

The DAT load board lets you become your own dispatch trucking company, leading to major savings.

While there’s no doubt that dispatch companies offer a useful service, especially for carriers and owner-operators who are just starting out, the percentages they take can add up quickly. Luckily, there’s a way to avoid those fees altogether: self-dispatching.

All it takes to become one of the many self-dispatch trucking companies is a great load board. The DAT load board isn’t just the industry leader, it’s also the load board countless truck dispatching companies use to find freight for their clients. The board was built with truckers in mind, meaning it’s easy to use no matter your level of experience. With a subscription, you’ll be able to find and book the same freight as dispatch companies – but you’ll get to keep your entire rate for yourself once you deliver the load. It’s a win-win.

What do truck dispatching companies do?

Freight dispatching companies act on behalf of carriers and owner operators. They find loads for carriers and then negotiate rates with brokers, acting on behalf of the carrier and thus aiming to get the highest rate possible. This simplifies the business side of things for many carriers and owner-operators since they don’t have to spend time looking for and negotiating loads. However, the convenience comes at a cost because the ​​dispatch trucking company earns a percentage of the fee for each load delivered. Even if the percentage is relatively small, it can add up fast?

Are there other benefits to truck dispatching companies?

Yes, but they will cost you. The best dispatch companies offer benefits beyond simply finding loads and negotiating rates. There are truck dispatching companies that will also help manage day-to-day operations for carriers and owner-operators, such as making sure MC compliance is up to date, sending out invoices, and collecting payments. However, hiring dispatch companies to take care of these tasks will cost even more than the standard cost for dispatching.

Is it possible to self-dispatch?

Absolutely! While truck dispatching companies can certainly simplify operations, especially for those who are new to the industry, plenty of self-dispatch trucking companies handle things like finding loads and managing the billing process all on their own. In fact, self-dispatching is an incredibly popular choice among carriers and owner-operators given the financial savings it offers. The key is finding a load board that has plenty of freight to choose from and great partners to work with.

Can the DAT load board help me self-dispatch?

Yes it can! In fact, it’s the best load board for self-dispatch trucking companies.

The DAT load board is one of the most trusted platforms around for quickly and easily finding the highest paying loads no matter where you are. It gives you access to the largest freight marketplace in the industry with over 291 million trucks and loads posted each year. Plus DAT gives you the information you need to negotiate the best rates for your loads without needing a truck dispatching company. The load board offers up-to-the-minute insights about average market conditions and truckload rates.

No matter the size of your operation, DAT has a plan that’s right for you so you can start self-dispatching.

How much do truck dispatching companies cost?

While rates for truck dispatching companies can vary based on the services they’re offering, the best dispatch companies will be clear and upfront about their rates with no hidden fees. Generally speaking, you can expect to pay around 5-10 percent from each of your delivery invoices or, in some cases, a flat per-load fee for hiring the services of a truck dispatching company. These fees can add up quickly, making self-dispatching a popular option for carriers and owner-operators.

Are there other DAT products that can help with self-dispatching?

Depending on the type of business you have and how long you’ve been in the industry, there are plenty of other products that can help you get started. In addition to the DAT load board, DAT Authority is a great service that can not only help you get your business off the ground in the first place by helping you gain operating authority, but can also help you manage your certifications and ensure you’re always operating legally even in the face of changing regulations.

“The DAT Load Board is the only one I use, and I really don’t see any interest in trying any other one.”

- Brian Stone, Stone’s Trucking LLC

"DAT Load Board is awesome. They even teach you how to book a load and how to use it on your computer or cell phone app. Highly recommend DAT!"

- Francis Gatmaitan, Alpha Trucking

DAT load boards help you self-dispatch with confidence.

Self-dispatch trucking companies can maximize profits while never missing out on the highest paying loads thanks to the DAT load board. See for yourself why DAT is the industry leader and the top choice among truck dispatching companies.

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