ROLES IN FREIGHT

Who is responsible for physically transporting freight?

• Broker

• Shipper

• Carrier

• Dispatcher

Which role is considered the customer in the logistics process?

• Carrier

• Broker

• Dispatcher

• Shipper

What does a freight broker NOT do?

• Own trucks

• Find available carriers

• Negotiate freight rates

• Monitor shipments

What is the primary responsibility of a carrier?

• Connecting with brokers

• Scheduling pickups

• Transporting goods

• Handling documents

A broker is best described as a

• Freight owner

• Truck driver

• Logistics middleman

• • Delivery scheduler

Brokers provide access to a larger pool of _______.

A _______ is a licensed intermediary who connects shippers with carriers.

Brokers do not own trucks but instead use their _______ to match freight with carriers.

Brokers negotiate _______ and handle paperwork for shipments.

Carriers can range from _______ national fleets to small local operators.