DAT
DAT delivers transformative digital solutions for the freight and logistics landscape, operating platforms such as DAT One—the most expansive truckload freight network in North America—along with DAT iQ, a powerful resource for actionable analytics and freight market intelligence. Their portfolio also features Trucker Tools, which excels in providing shipment tracking and load visibility solutions. A broad spectrum of supply chain stakeholders, from shippers and brokers to carriers, journalists, and industry specialists, count on DAT’s expertise for up-to-the-minute freight trends and market evaluations.
With a daily average of close to 700,000 posted loads and a data archive reflecting transactions exceeding $1 trillion, the company supports informed decisions across the industry. Dating back to its inception in 1978 and headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, DAT forms a core business within Roper Technologies (Nasdaq: ROP), an enterprise recognized on the Nasdaq 100, S&P 500, and Fortune 1000, continuously raising the bar for digital innovation in transportation and supply chain logistics.
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LIVE Connect
Banyan Technology powers intelligent freight management with the LIVE Connect® platform, a comprehensive solution for managing over-the-road (OTR) shipping. Tailored for Shippers, 3PLs and logistics partners, LIVE Connect enables seamless execution across Truckload (TL), Less-Than-Truckload (LTL), Parcel and Final Mile with advanced automation and predictive insights.
Using AI and business intelligence, the platform automates rating, booking, auditing and tracking processes while eliminating costly manual workflows. Users gain real-time access to pricing, carrier performance and shipping analytics through native TMS capabilities or streamlined API integrations. With more direct carrier connections than any other provider, Banyan delivers maximum flexibility and control for end-to-end freight execution.
Built to scale with evolving supply chains, Banyan Technology’s innovations have helped thousands of clients optimize operations and reduce freight spend since 2001. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Banyan continues to lead with client-first enhancements and award-winning service.
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Cargoson
Transport Management Software offers a streamlined solution for businesses to efficiently oversee freight shipments within a unified system.
Cargoson distinguishes itself not as a new carrier or a freight marketplace, but as a comprehensive digital platform designed to facilitate shipment management while preserving all existing agreements with various carriers.
It integrates all freight inquiries into a single interface, simplifying the process of placing transport orders to different carriers. Cargoson has established electronic connections with all major carriers, ensuring that each time a customer places an order through the platform, it is promptly sent to the chosen carrier. Consequently, customers gain complete visibility into their order history with multiple freight partners.
If a customer operates under a fixed price list in collaboration with transport partners, Cargoson enables them to securely upload their personalized price lists. In scenarios where prior agreements have been made with a transport partner, customers can conveniently upload these price lists and place orders based on them through the Cargoson platform.
Furthermore, customers can effortlessly compare different price lists, seeing the costs immediately upon entering shipment details. This transparency ensures that customers are consistently informed about their shipping expenses, enhancing their decision-making process. Ultimately, Cargoson empowers businesses to optimize their logistics management while maintaining cost efficiency.
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DAT Load Board
The trucking industry's advanced super-database offers immediate, live results for users. It allows simultaneous viewing of multiple searches, with results that can be filtered and refreshed instantly, providing accurate spot market rates updated daily. Each business day sees the posting of a staggering 1.37 million loads, enabling users to search for loads and post trucks in real-time without the need for refreshing. Users can identify freight brokers who frequently post loads along their routes, fostering opportunities for new business partnerships. The system offers precise spot market rates derived from actual transactions, reflecting what brokers have paid. Furthermore, the DAT Assurance program guarantees payment, ensuring peace of mind for users. Users can track the location of freight and assess competition levels effectively. All searches can be filtered, monitored, and compared against other data sources, while rate comparisons can be conducted from a single interface. To prioritize load-finding, users are encouraged to compile a list of their top customers and have the option to block companies that do not meet their preferences. Every DAT Loadboard subscription grants access to the DAT Loadboard for Truckers, recognized as the most robust mobile application tailored for owner-operators, dispatchers, and small carriers, enhancing their operational efficiency and decision-making capabilities. With such versatile features, the platform significantly streamlines the logistics process within the trucking industry.
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