RLG markHow RLG Works

From quote to close — how RLG handles freight.

Good freight support isn't a mystery. It requires clear intake, deliberate planning, the right carrier fit, proactive communication, and follow-through that doesn't stop when the load is dispatched. This page explains how RLG actually works — step by step.

RLG markThe process

Five steps that define how RLG handles every shipment.

This isn't a sales pitch. It's the actual operating rhythm that RLG follows — whether the load is a standard pallet on a dry van or a permitted oversized piece moving multimodal.

Step 1

Quote intake and qualification

Every shipment starts with the right questions. RLG captures the lane, timing, service needs, dimensions, weight, commodity, accessorial requirements, and delivery expectations — not just an origin and a destination.

Lane and timing review
Commodity, dimensions, and weight capture
Accessorial identification — liftgate, appointment, residential, limited access
Service-level alignment — standard, expedited, time-definite
Mode recommendation — TL, LTL, intermodal, open-deck, drayage, ocean

Why intake matters

Most freight problems trace back to poor intake. A missed accessorial, an incorrect class, or a vague delivery requirement turns into a reclass, a detention charge, or a failed delivery. RLG's intake process is built to prevent those problems before they start.

The quote engine inside MyCommandTMS captures this detail upfront, so the shipment is qualified before it is priced, not after.

What planning looks like

Planning is where RLG separates from brokers who just pass rates. Before the load is booked, RLG reviews the full profile to make sure the right equipment, the right service type, and the right expectations are in place.

For more complex moves — drayage, intermodal, ocean, breakbulk — this step includes equipment confirmation, documentation review, permit planning, and site-access evaluation.

Step 2

Planning and accessorial review

Once the shipment is qualified, RLG reviews the full profile to build the right solution — not just the cheapest rate.

Equipment selection and trailer fit
Accessorial review — identifying charges before they become surprises
Delivery requirements — appointment, site conditions, timing windows
Documentation and compliance check for international and regulated freight
Cost structure review — rate, fuel, accessorials, risk exposure
Step 3

Carrier sourcing and coverage

RLG doesn't just pick the cheapest truck. Carrier selection accounts for lane fit, service history, equipment match, and timing requirements — backed by Priority-1's carrier network and CaboTMS access.

Carrier fit based on lane, equipment, and service requirements
Priority-1 carrier network and capacity access
CaboTMS for LTL carrier management and rate visibility
Backup coverage planning for time-sensitive or high-stakes freight

Carrier selection philosophy

The right carrier for the load isn't always the cheapest one. RLG considers lane familiarity, on-time performance, equipment fit, and communication responsiveness — because the carrier's execution directly determines the customer's experience.

Communication standard

RLG doesn't wait for customers to call and ask where their freight is. Updates are proactive — at pickup, during transit, and at delivery — with escalation when something changes.

Customers also get visibility through CaboTMS and MyCommandTMS, so they can check status, view documents, and stay informed without playing phone tag.

Step 4

Customer updates and issue handling

Once the load is moving, RLG stays on it. Communication is proactive, not reactive — and when issues arise, RLG addresses them before the customer has to ask.

Proactive updates at pickup, in-transit, and delivery
Issue escalation when delays, service changes, or exceptions occur
Appointment management and delivery confirmation
Document delivery — BOLs, PODs, and customs paperwork
Step 5

Execution follow-through

The shipment isn't closed when the truck is empty. RLG follows through on documentation, billing, issue resolution, and process review — because the last mile of the process is just as important as the first.

Delivery confirmation and POD collection
Billing accuracy review and invoice support
Claims coordination and dispute support when needed
Process review for recurring lanes and repeat customers
Freight history and continuity for better future planning

Why follow-through matters

Most brokers consider the job done at delivery. But billing errors, missing PODs, unresolved accessorial disputes, and lost institutional knowledge all erode the relationship over time.

RLG treats follow-through as part of the service — not an afterthought. That's how freight partnerships get stronger over time instead of wearing down.

RLG markThe standard

Process discipline. Not just promises.

Every shipper has heard brokers promise "best-in-class service" and "industry-leading technology." RLG measures itself differently — by whether the freight was handled right, the customer was kept informed, and the process got better over time.

Responsive communication

Customers get answers quickly. Updates are proactive. Issues are addressed — not ignored.

Practical judgment

Mode selection, carrier fit, and service planning are based on what the freight actually needs — not what's easiest to book.

Consistent follow-through

From quote to close, the same level of attention. The shipment isn't abandoned after dispatch.

Operational breadth

Truckload, LTL, expedited, drayage, intermodal, ocean, breakbulk, and cross-border — all under one relationship.

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