Carrier Contract Management Services
ICC’s Carrier Contract Management Services help you negotiate and secure contracts that protect your interests, ensuring you get the best available rates and terms.
Contact ICC today to learn how we can optimize your transportation and logistics contracts.
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A Carrier Contract That Benefits You!
ICC recommends performing all logistics and transportation services under contract, regardless of the mode, carrier, or service provider. We specialize in carrier contract negotiations to create Transportation Contracts that maximize your profits and minimize your risk.
Understand the Difference
Transportation Contract vs. Pricing Agreement
Not knowing the difference between a Transportation Contract and a Pricing Agreement can lead to overpaying for transportation and logistics services.
Transportation Contract vs. Pricing Agreement
Transportation Contract: A formal agreement that locks in terms and rates.
Pricing Agreement: Allows the carrier to change terms and rates without your approval.
General Rate Increases
Freight carriers often increase rates by 6%-7% annually, known as “General Rate Increases.” While discounts are offered, negotiating the best rates and discounts requires expertise.
Benefits of a Carrier Contract
Without a carrier contract, you miss the opportunity to:
- Get improved rates
- Lock in price reductions for the contract term
Transportation Contracts Continually Protect Your Interest:
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Carriers cannot change a contract without your consent
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All of your subsidiaries and affiliates can be covered by the same contract, making transportation costs predictable and ensures maximum savings.
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You can terminate a contract immediately if the carrier fails to comply with its obligations
ICC Negotiates on Your Behalf to Establish:
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Extended payment terms, achieving additional savings by eliminating late fees.
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Multi-year contracts, which reduce or eliminate annual rate increases
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Defined insurance requirements; increased liability coverage for your protection.
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Confidentiality provisions, preventing your competitors from learning the terms of your contract agreement
Already under contract? No problem!
ICC Logistics can review your existing contract to ensure it doesn't contain terms and conditions that jeopardize your company. We can renegotiate terms during the contract period to secure the best deal. This applies to contracts with parcel carriers, all freight carriers, both domestic and international, and 3PL service providers.
The Process is Simple!
What We Need from You:
Copies of any signed agreements with your carriers
2 months of paid shipping invoices
Gathering all this material takes a minimal amount of your time.
Our Process:
Initial Analysis (2 weeks): ICC conducts a thorough review and delivers a contract savings impact report.
Benchmark and Target Pricing Analysis: We reveal how much you should be paying.
Contract Negotiation Support: Armed with information, we help you negotiate better contracts with your carrier, and logistics service providers.
Within one month, you can see real savings reflected in your bottom line.
For more information, check out this helpful video!
Ongoing Contract Monitoring Keeps Carriers on Notice
ICC’s Contract Management Services review carrier invoices to ensure billing aligns with contract terms and conditions. We ensure you receive all earned discounts and incentives.
Key Benefits:
- Accurate Billing: Ensuring invoices match contract terms
- Earned Discounts: Making sure all incentives are applied
- Protection from Auto-Renewals: Preventing unintentional auto-renewals
Throughout your contract’s life, ICC identifies savings opportunities and service enhancements to lower costs and improve overall service.
Don’t Leave Money on the Table
Contact ICC today to boost your bottom line with our Contract Management Services. Call us at 516-822-1183 or contact us online.
