Often referred to as Dedicated Contract Carriage, Dedicated Contract Transportation is a third party dedicated logistics solution that provides businesses with reliable and consistent dedicated transportation solutions, eliminating the hassle of managing it on their own, on a long term contractual basis. This solution is dedicated to one specific shipper and goes above and beyond just getting products from A to B, through optimizing routes, tapping into capacity by utilizing existing resources, and tailoring solutions to match the unique industry needs of customers.
These dedicated truck drivers become an extension of your brand! They are assigned to your business and your needs and go through the training that is specific to the product being hauled. Plus, you do not have to worry about the HR administration associated with this fleet of drivers. A good dedicated provider will hire, train, and handle the administration of these professional drivers, allowing you to focus on your own needs.
Ruan’s retention rate is four times better than the industry average, making it an important consideration when deciding to switch to a dedicated option. Partnering with a 3PL with drivers who enjoy working for their employer and have high levels of tenure is something to consider. Drivers stay with Ruan because of our outstanding safety culture and having these experience drivers hal your product improves not only your experience but your customer’s.
Ruan is an asset-based 3pl provider, so we often utilize our own resources and oversee the maintenance and purchasing of additional tractors, trailers, etc, giving us more flexibility to provide customized solutions to customers operating in a variety of industries, delivering an array of products. Some 3PLs providers are not asset-based, so it is crucial to differentiate and consider this when deciding to switch or outsource your dedicated solution. An asset-based 3pl does not need to outsource any physical assets or team members. Plus, Ruan offers branded trailers so you can still get your brand recognition on the road. Ruan becomes a true extension of the business!
Transportation Management System (TMS)
3pl providers will often provide the technology associated with running fleets to help you and your customers with transparency in load shipments. Ruan utilizes sinnovative technologies that allow visibility of freight from point A to point B, along with many other data points to help our customers. This technology is easy to integrate with any reporting or current technology that your organization uses.
Scalability and Guaranteed Capacity
Ruan’s 4,000 driver nationwide fleet is set up for surge capacity for customers who experience fluctuations in supply chain demands, whether seasonal or economic. Solution engineering frequently evaluates freight networks to identify areas of inefficiency and works to ensure you are getting the most out of your transportation spend.
With Ruan, our customers can have peace of mind that their brand is safely represented, and their freight is safely delivered. Ruan was one of the first in the industry to formalize a safety program, and we have continued to instill a safety focus across all our operations. This allows businesses to focus on their core competencies and gives them peace of mind on the road.
In summary, a good Dedicated Contract Transportation partner becomes a true extension of your team and brand with seamless integration. Have any questions on what a dedicated solution at Ruan could mean for your business? Contact us today!