Uber Freight Shipping: A Major Evolution in Freight Technology
Uber Freight Shipping, originally launched in 2018 and recently rebranded, has significantly enhanced its platform with features like instant booking, ERP integration, and 24/7 support. The platform, which has seen a 176% growth in new customers year-over-year, provides small and medium-sized businesses with advanced logistics tools, enabling them to efficiently manage their supply chains. By offering transparent pricing, rate comparisons, and seamless access to an extensive carrier network, Uber Freight Shipping democratizes logistics, empowering businesses to operate with greater speed, transparency, and efficiency.
William Carlin
15 Aug 2024 2:35 PM
A Major Evolution in Freight Technology
Uber Freight, a leader in intelligent logistics solutions, has announced a significant evolution of its instant freight quoting and booking platform, now rebranded as Uber Freight Shipping. Initially introduced in 2018, this platform has become a critical tool for businesses seeking to streamline their logistics operations. With a remarkable 176% year-over-year growth, the rebranded platform now integrates fully with a leading ERP provider, offering enhanced features and capabilities.
Enhanced Features for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
As operational costs continue to rise, small and medium-sized businesses are increasingly challenged in managing their supply chains. Uber Freight Shipping addresses these challenges by providing access to advanced logistics technology that enhances speed, transparency, and efficiency. With features such as 24/7 support, rate comparisons, and extended capacity options, the platform democratizes logistics, allowing businesses of all sizes to compete more effectively.
Significant Growth and Adoption
Since its launch as Shipper Platform in 2018, Uber Freight Shipping has seen substantial adoption across various industries. This year alone, the platform has experienced a 176% increase in new customers and a 44% rise in less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments. These numbers highlight the platform’s growing importance in the logistics industry and its ability to meet the evolving needs of shippers.
Key Features of Uber Freight Shipping
Uber Freight Shipping offers a range of new and improved features designed to enhance supply chain performance:
- Instant Booking: Shippers can now quote and book full-truckload (FTL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments, including dry van, reefer, and flatbed, from a single interface. The platform connects users to a vast carrier network, including over 150 LTL and 95K+ FTL carriers.
- ERP Integration: The platform digitizes and organizes essential documents, such as PODs and BOLs, allowing for seamless integration with existing ERP systems. This streamlines the transition from order review to shipment creation.
- Transparent Pricing and Easy Comparisons: Uber Freight Shipping provides instant, transparent quotes, enabling users to compare rates easily. The Rates and Lanes tool allows shippers to upload and compare rate-on-file and contract rates with spot rates, offering flexibility in tendering to contracted providers.
- 24/7 Support Across Modes: The platform offers enhanced, dedicated customer service with real-time support for all shipping needs. Customized multi-modal solutions are backed by logistics experts who provide quotes and solutions for various shipping requirements, including hazmat, intermodal, international, multi-stop, and expedited services.
Customer Testimonials Highlight Platform’s Impact
"Since the pandemic, the market has been really challenging to navigate,” said Brian Lee, Head of Supply Chain at Hart Print. “Before Uber Freight, we were managing multiple platforms and manually booking shipments, which made it almost impossible to predict our costs. This put a lot of strain on our budget and resources. We needed a way to better manage our shipping needs so we could keep pace with customer demands and focus on growth.”
A Commitment to Leading Logistics Innovation
Uber Freight Shipping is the latest innovation from Uber Freight, following the successful launches of Uber Freight Exchange: Contract and Uber Freight Exchange: Spot. These advancements reflect Uber Freight’s ongoing commitment to leading the logistics industry by providing seamless and efficient procurement experiences for businesses of all sizes.
Get Started with Uber Freight Shipping
To learn more about Uber Freight Shipping and sign up, visit Uber Freight Shipping. Existing customers of the Uber Freight Shipper Platform can automatically access the new features by logging into their existing platform.