The CertiAlert Blog

A clear view of freight carrier trends in 2025, why demand remains solid, and why self driving increases the need for coordination rather than replacing it.

A calm methodical DOT audit preparation guide for freight brokers. Know triggers, what auditors expect, a ninety day plan, file structure, day of practices, and follow up steps.

Tired of spreadsheets breaking at the worst moment? Learn how to track carrier insurance without Excel, avoid missed expirations, and switch to automated tracking.

Your freight broker compliance checklist for 2025. Required records, retention periods, vetting steps, penalties, and tasks to pass an FMCSA or DOT audit.

Learn the carrier documents freight broker teams must collect, why each item matters for FMCSA compliance, how often to update, and simple ways to organize files for audits.

A practical guide for small brokers under fifty carriers. Use free carrier compliance software, add smart manual steps, know when to upgrade, and scale with confidence.

See the real cost of carrier tracking Excel vs software. Time, errors, risk, and ROI with clear math so brokers can choose a safer path without guesswork.

Carrier insurance expired consequences can trigger claims. Learn the liability map, exposure ranges, urgent steps, and prevention playbook for freight brokers.

Learn the top freight broker audit failures and how to avoid them. See real examples, prevention steps, and recovery plans with references to FMCSA rules and audit practices.

The honest story of how CertiAlert started from messy Excel spreadsheets to building a lightweight alternative for brokers.

Learn how to add your first carrier to CertiAlert with this step-by-step guide covering all required information and next steps.

Learn what each carrier status indicator means and how to respond appropriately to maintain compliance and avoid issues.

Learn how to generate and manage secure document upload links that make it easy for carriers to submit required compliance documents.

Learn how to set up and customize alert notifications to stay ahead of carrier compliance issues and never miss important deadlines.

Learn how to efficiently import multiple carriers using CSV files, including data preparation, error handling, and post-import tasks.

Get familiar with your CertiAlert dashboard layout, features, and customization options to efficiently manage carrier compliance.