FLEXIBLE TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT

The cost for Trans-Solutions’ transportation consulting services are often recouped within a year, if clients implement recommended strategies. Some assignments, like rate negotiation projects, pay for themselves within a few months.

We can work with you on a gain-share, retainer or a project basis.

Gain-share agreements

We accept 100% of the risk. All analysis and negotiation is performed by Trans-Solutions at no cost to you. We are paid only if we reach an agreed level of savings. Our compensation is based on a percent of the incremental savings amount. Gain-share agreements can be helpful for companies that do not have a budget for outside transportation consulting and must defend such an investment to management.

Transportation retainer agreements

For a set monthly fee, to be negotiated, Trans-Solutions becomes an extension of your organization. We offer an always available resource with expertise in transportation management that gives you a transportation management capability that rivals that of your larger competitors. Fees will depend on the extent of the support you need. Under a retainer relationship, we can:

Negotiate your carrier pricing
Develop and process RFI’s, RFP’s and RFQ’s
Implement cost reduction projects
Model alternate strategies
Explain new technology and solutions
Justify capital expenditures
Determine the right automation for your company
Create reports to analyze the effectiveness of your freight program
Monitor cost and service performance
Ensure you have the best auditing and payment solution
Calculate real ROIs on proposed projects

Project engagements

Project fees are determined on a project-by-project basis since the scale and scope of assignments vary. After input from you, we will define a clear scope of work and timeline, along with our costs to complete the project.