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Managing freight costs and boosting efficiency are top priorities for shippers, but how can you make progress without overcomplicating things? Enter mini bids—a quicker, more streamlined approach. Mini bids offer a practical, fast, and flexible solution for securing competitive rates, especially for seasonal or dedicated freight. Here’s why they’re worth adding to your strategy.
Think of mini RFPs (Requests for Proposals), also called mini bids, as a simplified version of the traditional RFP process. Instead of a full RFP, mini bids focus on specific lanes, shipments, or projects. By narrowing the scope, you can quickly gather competitive quotes and respond to market conditions. With transportation management software like ProcureOS, you can secure the rates you need—fast—and with far less paperwork.
1. Real-Time Market Advantage
Mini bids let you capitalize on real-time market data. With tools like Emerge’s advanced benchmarking, you can track market shifts, determine the best timing for bids, and adjust your strategy to lock in cost savings.
2. Rate Transparency
ProcureOS helps you analyze lane rates and carrier performance. Pinpoint which lanes are overpriced or underperforming, then target mini bids to address those gaps efficiently.
3. Fast Execution
Time-sensitive shipments or dedicated freight? Mini bids can be launched quickly, giving you the agility to respond to market changes or secure capacity without delays.
4. Stronger Carrier Relationships
Frequent mini bidding opportunities keep carriers engaged and foster long-term partnerships. By maintaining an open dialogue and offering consistent opportunities, you can count on competitive pricing and reliable capacity.
5. Access to a Broad Network
Tap into Emerge Marketplace’s extensive network of vetted carriers suited to meet diverse shipping needs. Whether you’re leveraging your TMS system or our platform, you’ll find the right carriers for the job.
6. Actionable Insights
Track your procurement performance with detailed analytics and reporting. Understand what’s working, assess carrier performance, and refine your process for even better results.
Mini bids simplify freight procurement, offering shippers a way to optimize costs, timing, and carrier relationships—all on one easy-to-use logistics management software. With tools like ProcureOS, the process becomes even more efficient, helping you make smarter, data-driven decisions without unnecessary complexity.
Getting started is easier than you think. With Emerge, you can bring your own network onto the platform and work directly with our specialists to onboard carriers and set up your first mini bid. Whether you’re optimizing your current lanes or testing a new approach, our team is here to guide you through every step—at no cost.
