It is interesting to see how far the industry has come, from fax machines and landlines to online load boards and apps! Now some brokers prefer email only communication.

You are correct, but you have to be careful as many Broker-Carrier contracts have "no solicitation" clause. So, if you are there on a brokered load and try to gain new business, it may have consequences.

@@AlfaXLogistics It was considered in poor taste to solicit while unloading. I was moving Flatbed LTL shipments most of the time. I understand the implications of appropriating Freight you know is served by someone reliable. It does appear to be overlooked if the Shipper has been waiting a few weeks for a Carrier to get a truck to their facility.

Glad you found the video helpful!

The ultimate decision is with you client. Your job would be to inform the client about alternative load options (or lack of) and then your client could decide what they would rather do. Mainly you want to avoid situations where you "force" your client into doing something that might be illegal, unsafe or uncomfortable.

@@AlfaXLogistics Truly; I never force the issue and yes, safety first. Thank you for responding and stay blessed.

That is true. But in trucking Uber Freight has failed to fully automate the process.

It is not required, but it can definitely enhance your business

You should probably be charging the same percentage as you already charge your client(s)

@@AlfaXLogistics Ok, thank you

Yes, dispatchers should be licensed for many different reasons. However, at this point FMCSA is not willing to regulate this segment of the industry.

This is not entirely correct. You still don't have to have an MC number, but you need to provide the MC number of your client. This was not a requirement until about a year ago and there was an option to select "No MC/DOT number" when signing up. Unfortunately, due to high levels of fraud, DAT decided to change their requirements last year.

LOL 😂

@@AlfaXLogistics Not kidding my dad had a trucking company in the 80's....

Now they charge you by the hour like they are rebuilding your transmission. Need more regulations around this shady bs already

We totally agree... Unfortunately there are none on the horizon ((

OTR trucking is not easy as it is... adding an incompetent dispatcher on the top can make the situation even worse! But we are glad it worked out for the best for you!

Absolutely! Negotiations are part of any business operation and dispatching is no different.

Yes, you can file a complaint. However, unless you are reporting a FMCSA violation it is unlikely they will do anything about it.

Thank you, can you guide on any funds collection agencies specifically trucking carriers?

There is no one we would specifically recommend. You can try Baxter Bailey since they deal with collections within transportation industry.

@@AlfaXLogistics Thank you, I did contact them but they said that they only work with carriers and recover their unpaid funds from brokers. I did contact IRS collections agency, they didn't help much and said that the client ignored all of their demands so they closed the file. In this case nothing can be done ?

Depends on the amount. You can try to file a claim in small claims court

Yes, some receivers are pretty bad. Unfortunately, delays at shippers and receivers are a huge problem for the trucking industry.

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Thanks a lot 😊

Hello Juan! Thank you for your comment. Here is the link to meeting summary transcript: www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2023-06-16/html/2023-13080.htm

What the truck dispatching is legal or illegal???

As you can tell from the video, it is legal...

It is a real example. However, recordings were made some time ago and rates were different at that time.

@@AlfaXLogistics Now it's more like $1800-2200, if you're lucky :)

You are probably right about that!

A client is the owner of the trucking company. It can be a driver, but it doesn't have to be.

It is unfortunate that you had such bad luck hiring truck dispatchers.

Dispatcher failed to book a load

@@AlfaXLogistics thank you

Thank you!

Technically you don't need an LLC at all. But it is a good idea to set one up for your dispatching business. Regular LLC should be just fine for dispatching operations.

Thank you

You are correct, dispatching can be a high pressure job. But a lot depends if you are working for yourself or a company.

@@AlfaXLogistics No one works for themselves. A dispatcher is between shipper/receivers & truck drivers. Both have their own interests, and you must make things smooth.

Thank you! Yes, you can request broker to put a lumper on the rate con. Or at very least get a written confirmation via email.

@@AlfaXLogistics Thank you.

Sorry, we did not understand your question. What "locations" are you referring to?

Sorry to hear about your situation! Wal-Mart is known for "no mercy policy" for missed appointments and we've seen trucks waiting for days to get a new delivery appointment with them.

I was told to be at reciever by 2pm or I wouldn't get unloaded bc employee left at 2 pm. I arrived at 1215, reciever said appointment was for 9pm. I said that's a no go. I waited until 2pm as I had agreed to...to no avail. I offered to leave trailer and come get later for additional compensation. They said no. I drove off with 300,000 dollars worth of polaris products. Parked trailer on my yard 100 miles away and will not deliver until they offer me compensation for my time trouble and their stubbornness.

The key question is what delivery time was set on the rate confirmation. If it was 2 pm and you were not allowed to deliver at 2 pm, then you had the right to leave and demand compensation for making new delivery arrangement.

Thank you very much ))

You can only book loads on behalf of your clients and only with their permission. We outline more details in the video.

Unfortunately, we can not answer this question, since fraud is not our area of expertise. With that being said, as far as we know DAT does account verification for all accounts they open.

David, what do you mean by "hot loads"? Are you referring to hot loads as "urgent loads", "hotshot loads" or just "good loads of any kind"?

@@AlfaXLogistics i mean good loads which is one hook one drop etc

David, if you mean "one pick one drop" then there are plenty of those. However, how "good" they are depends on the market and your client's expectations. You may want to watch our "Selecting the best load" video where we discuss this question: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5jCc6GNbaqKpM0 If you were talking about Power Only "hook and drop" loads, then those are more difficult to find due to lower load volume. We discuss PO loads in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIqkY6Bvibush5o

Ty, in current market conditions, most Dry Vans gross $4k-$6k. Flats can do better with $6-$8k. Some specialty trailers or teams may do more, but getting $10k in gross every week for a trucking company will be challenging... at least in current market conditions.

Yos, are you familiar with a load booking process? If so, then your next step would be client acquisition and servicing of those clients.

Elisa, we don't think you will need a "special license" to provide these services. However, you may need a notarized POA from your clients in order to act on their behalf in such capacity.

@@AlfaXLogistics this I am aware of. I already usually have them for the dispatch portion. There are so any services that can be provided but one has to put in the work to learn. And I’ve learned that you have to love this industry. I’ve been in logistics over 20 years. Starting from the warehouse floor and worked my way up over the years. The only actual I’ve never done is driving a truck and only because I hate driving. 😂

Thank you!

@@AlfaXLogistics - Many years ago I went thru a bad situation that was meant to break me down. I was lost and I saw your company name and contact you and I spoke to you. That day my life changed. Years after I own a dispatching company with 250 carriers and are worth of mouth, referrals. I knock on doors and everyone except you hang the phone on my face. I learn from you "there is a plenty of fish out there, I show you the basics and you must use your creativity to get your own fish" There is a plenty of money out there if is done the correct way, not allowing greed, ego, to get on the way. I want to thank you for taking my call years ago. Never forget you accent! Much Success to you and everyone that read my post.

Hello! While we can not recall the conversation, we congratulate you on your results you have achieved and wish you the best of luck in the future!

Thank you Afzalkhon!

Thank you!

Denis, it is a very difficult market at the moment and some carriers do end up parking or selling their trucks. Obviously dispatcher's job in this market is not easy. However, this is not the first market downturn. Someone who has been around trucking long enough, knows that these cycles come and go. As truck capacity goes down, rates will be going up.

Glad it was helpful!

While we do not disclose the number of clients we work with, it is our rule to have no more than 5 trucks per dispatcher to ensure every truck has adequate coverage.