The tools and features right under your nose

From the desk of Mike Weaver, VP of Sales and Partnerships

As we work furiously on evolving our industry-leading DAT One and DAT iQ platforms I think it’s important to ensure that our customers have the knowledge and agility to operate in our current toolset.  

We often hear statements like, “I didn’t know I had that available to me,” or “I think I know what the RateView rate means but I’m not really sure.” Let’s fix that.  

Below, you will find resources geared toward helping you maximize your return on the tools you already have at your disposal. Further, we are always available to field questions, our support and success teams are at the ready. Please email us at customer.support@one-dat.com or call us at 800.547.5417. 

Better yet, join me and the team in Kansas City for DATCON24. There, you can receive hands-on, bespoke training to ensure you get the most out of DAT. Scroll a bit further for details, and if you haven’t registered yet, just click here. 

Lastly, our next Engage is slated for the Chattanooga region after Labor Day, September 3-6.  If you live/work in the area we’d love to have you come out.  We can’t wait to see old friends and even more excited to make some new ones.

See you all down the road!  Let’s truc*king go!

Mike

DATCON 2024: NEXT

Be the driving force in logistics

DATCON is where the industry decides its future. Every year, DAT users gather for one of transportation’s premier events. This year DATCON24 will be held on October 22-24, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri. 

Whether you’re just getting started, looking to accelerate your growth, or need more efficient ways to respond to market demands, DATCON will have sessions that fit your needs. You’ll hear keynotes and breakout sessions covering: 

  • The future of freight 
  • The next evolution in DAT’s products 
  • The intersection of trust, cybersecurity, and fraud 
  • High-level debates and panels covering market trends
  • Strategies for navigating market shifts 
  • Brokerage profitability tactics

No matter your stage of growth, we can help. Click below to register. 

Register now 

Save $100 on your registration when you register before July 30, 2024. Use code brokersales100 now. 

Secure my DATCON discount

Broker product spotlight recap

Miss our last product spotlights? Don’t sweat it – check them out here. 

  • MCI – Stay ahead of unpredictability, especially when storms like Beryl disrupt your network. 
  • Private Network – Do you have carriers you can trust? Book freight with your trusted partners using Private Networks. 

Carrier vetting and best practices: building a safe network for freight brokers

Your success hinges on the strength of your carrier network. Ensuring that you work with reliable, safe carriers is not only good business, it’s essential for maintaining your reputation and safeguarding your clients’ cargo.

Here’s how to make sure you’re working with trusted partners. 

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Cybersecurity tip: Practice caution when opening files

Those emails that look a little strange? Trust your gut, it could be a phishing attempt.

These files may contain malicious code that infects a system and steals data or corrupts it. Phishing emails are likely to pretend to be somebody else, such as a legitimate financial institution.

When accessing files, ask yourself:

  • Am I expecting this email? This can help employees realize that an email is not normal.
  • Do I know the sender? The domain may look suspicious, such as @fdsjkje.net.
  • Does the message make sense? Often, emails of this type have spelling or grammar errors.
  • Is the email asking me to do something unreasonable? Legitimate institutions will never ask for your password, pin codes, or other credentials.
  • Does the file look suspicious? It may have an unfamiliar file extension, such as .exe, or it may have a sneakily suspicious filename such as “WinFreeMoney.”

For more tips, check out the article below.

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Upcoming events

Chattanooga region ENGAGE

Brokers of the Southeast (anyone within 175 miles of Chattanooga) – we are coming to see you! Our team will be on the ground September 3-6, meeting with our customers and running personalized product training throughout the region. Want us to come to your office? Make sure we don’t miss you by filling out the form at the link below. If you’ve got questions, reach out to your account manager. 

Meet with us near Chattanooga

See how DAT supports and grows brokerages of all sizes across the country at one-dat.com/brokers.

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