What problem does it solve? Managing a carrier portfolio involves complex decisions around rate negotiation, performance tracking, compliance vetting, and freight allocation that transportation managers typically learn only through years of experience. This Skill codifies that expertise into actionable frameworks, thresholds, and playbooks. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Rate Negotiation Frameworks: Decompose linehaul, fuel surcharge, accessorials, and minimum charges to negotiate each component independently against DAT and Greenscreens benchmarks. - Carrier Scorecarding & Portfolio Strategy: Track OTD, tender acceptance, claims ratio, and invoice accuracy with defined targets and red-flag thresholds, plus routing guide and asset-vs-broker mix guidance. - RFP Process & Compliance Vetting: Run 8-12 week lane-level RFPs with weighted bid evaluation, and vet carriers via FMCSA SAFER authority, insurance, and safety rating checks. - Use Case: Your primary carrier on a critical lane drops tender acceptance to 60%. Use this Skill to activate backup carriers, adjust routing guide priority, and decide between a temporary capacity surcharge and spot market exposure. ## Quick Start Ask the assistant to build a carrier scorecard and corrective action plan for a carrier whose on-time delivery fell below 90% this quarter.
