Term
Freight broker
A company that arranges transport of shippers' freight with carriers, without hauling it itself.
VAULT 33|27 · Updated 12 November 2026 · 1 min read
What it means
A freight broker matches shippers' loads with carriers and manages the arrangement. In the US, brokers need FMCSA operating authority in addition to a USDOT number.
Why it matters for your business
Brokerages run two pipelines, shippers and carriers, so their CRM, website and automation must serve both sides.
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