The key to good transportation planning is having a strong carrier procurement process. As with most things, there is not a one-size-fits-all answer and often the largest carrier is not the best for a shipper. It's still an important question to ask as you pursues your port to porch logistics solutions.

Use this checklist to compare the carriers competing for your business. When you identify strengths – and weaknesses – you can find the right full truckload carrier partners for your business.

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