Roadrunner Introduces Tech-Forward LTL Pricing Solutions
Roadrunner has released a new suite of pricing products aimed at simplifying less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping and enhancing transparency for shippers and freight forwarders. This update streamlines LTL pricing, improving efficiency and clarity throughout the shipping process.
New Proprietary Tariff and Pricing Models
The rollout includes Roadrunner’s first proprietary tariff, RFDS1000, alongside innovations such as Weight-Based DIM Pricing, the A2A Freight Forwarder Service, and a Dynamic Volume Quote Model. Moving away from third-party tariffs like CZAR is a strategic shift to better align with Roadrunner’s direct metro-to-metro network.
“External tariffs built around hub-and-spoke models simply don’t fit our operating framework,” said Tomasz Jamroz, president and chief operating officer. “By owning our own tariff, we eliminate unnecessary complexity and can offer consistent, transparent pricing with one discount per customer rather than thousands of lane-level variations.”
Advantages of RFDS1000 Tariff
With RFDS1000, Roadrunner gains full control over rating, policies, and service rules. This control supports faster onboarding, easier integration, and reduces billing disputes. Although the tariff remains class-based, its design accelerates pricing implementation and simplifies customer interactions, especially on long-haul metro-to-metro routes.
Weight-Based DIM Pricing for International Shipping
To better meet the needs of international shippers and freight forwarders, Roadrunner has introduced Weight-Based DIM Pricing, enhancing service flexibility and accuracy for global shipments.
Author’s summary: Roadrunner modernizes LTL shipping with proprietary tariffs and innovative pricing tools, offering simpler, transparent solutions tailored to their metro-to-metro network and international clients.