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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. 

Nearshoring has become the defining structural shift of North American logistics heading into 2026. As global supply chains recalibrate after years of volatility, Mexico has emerged as a central manufacturing and distribution hub. U.S. imports from Mexico increased by 7.4 percent in 2025, evidence of a long-term realignment in freight flows.

As the fiscal year winds down, the accuracy of freight accruals can make or break the credibility of a company’s financial close. Freight spending is often one of the largest variable expenses in the supply chain, yet many finance teams find themselves in a rush to reconcile late invoices, open shipments, and unresolved disputes weeks after closing the books.  

During a routine audit for a large Fortune 100 client, our proprietary audit software flagged a series of suspicious freight charges. What initially appeared to be irregular billing turned out to be a case of identity misuse—resulting in more than $1 million in fraudulent charges.

A routine freight invoice audit uncovered more than $68,000 in fraudulent charges submitted by a transportation carrier. Our proprietary audit software flagged the suspicious duplicate billing activity, and our team quickly verified the findings.

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.