ITS Traffic Blog

Freight audit plays a critical role in how transportation and logistics leaders manage cost, accuracy, and financial control. As freight networks grow more complex and carrier invoices increase in volume, even small billing discrepancies can quietly erode transportation budgets over time. Freight billing errors remain common across the industry, making freight audit a foundational component of effective transportation management.

Bringing on a freight audit and payment partner is a strategic decision for logistics and transportation leaders. The first 90 days often determine whether that partnership delivers lasting value or simply adds another system to manage. Industry research consistently shows that early execution, alignment and visibility play a critical role in long-term performance and cost control, particularly when it comes to supply chain management. 

According to one recent study, almost 70% of all adults in the United States believe that tariffs will lead to higher prices on the goods they enjoy daily. 91% say that they're planning to shift their buying behavior due to inflation and trade costs and more.