Carrier ComplianceMarch 10, 20267 min read

Automating Carrier Onboarding, Compliance Checks, and Document Collection in a TMS

Mitigate double brokering, identity fraud, and cancelled insurance by tying automated FMCSA safety rating and COI verification directly into your dispatch flow.

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Marcus Thorne
Compliance & Safety Director
Key Takeaways for Fleets
  • Carrier identity fraud and double brokering cost the US freight industry over $500 million annually.
  • Automated FMCSA API checks verify operating authority status, safety ratings, and out-of-service orders before dispatching.
  • Self-service carrier onboarding portals collect W-9s, Certificates of Insurance (COI), and bank details in under 10 minutes.
COI Expiration Safeguard
Set automated compliance locks that immediately freeze unassigned dispatches to any carrier whose cargo insurance certificate expires within 48 hours.

The Escalating Threat of Freight Fraud in Auto Transport

Freight fraud, chameleon carriers, and unauthorized double brokering have reached unprecedented levels in the vehicle logistics industry. Shippers trust your brokerage with high-value assets — often worth upwards of $500,000 per multi-car load.

Assigning a shipment to an unvetted carrier with fraudulent credentials or lapsed cargo insurance can result in catastrophic cargo theft and severe legal liability. Our Brokerage Solutions build an impenetrable compliance shield around your operations.

The 4 Pillars of Automated Carrier Compliance

1. Live FMCSA Registry Verification: Instant checks on active common/contract authority, DOT safety ratings, and inspection history.

2. Certificate of Insurance (COI) Tracking: AI OCR scans cargo liability limits ($100k, $250k, $500k) and tracks expiration dates automatically.

3. Digital W-9 & Banking Capture: Secure collection of tax documents and direct deposit details for automated settlements.

4. Carrier Performance Scorecards: Track historical on-time delivery rates, claims frequency, and communication responsiveness.

Protect Your Brokerage Reputation

Never dispatch a load to an unverified carrier again. Explore our compliance features or contact our security team for an onboarding audit.

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