Hatfield & Associates

09/02/2026

We may be a day late celebrating 901 Day, but our pride in Memphis runs year-round.

Built in the 901 and serving shippers nationwide, Hatfield & Associates combines freight audit, TMS technology and hands-on transportation management to provide greater control, clearer visibility and meaningful savings across every mode.

The 901 isn’t just our area code. It’s home.

08/31/2026

https://hatfieldandassociates.com/your-freight-class-is-moving-again-what-nmfc-docket-2026-2-means-for-ltl-shippers/

NMFC Docket 2026-2 proposes another round of freight-class changes. Learn where LTL shipment data can create reclasses, rebills and avoidable costs—and how Hatfield can help.

08/24/2026

https://hatfieldandassociates.com/the-cloud-is-arriving-on-a-flatbed/

AI data centers are creating new demand for flatbed and specialized truckload capacity. Learn how this construction boom could affect your freight network—and how Hatfield can help you prepare.

07/24/2026

https://hatfieldandassociates.com/erp-to-audited-freight-invoice/

See how an API-connected workflow links ERP order data, transportation planning, shipment ex*****on, freight audit, accounting, and reporting—reducing duplicate entry and improving visibility throughout the shipment lifecycle.

06/10/2026

Are fuel surcharges quietly increasing your shipping costs? Learn how fuel surcharges are calculated, where hidden costs can appear, and what shippers can do to reduce unnecessary expenses. Learn more @ [email protected]

05/05/2026

Margins aren’t just impacted by big decisions—small, overlooked costs can add up quickly.

Freight is one area where inefficiencies like billing errors, limited visibility, and carrier noncompliance—such as using higher-cost carriers outside agreed terms—can quietly erode profitability.

Our latest blog explores how businesses are uncovering these hidden costs, improving oversight, and gaining better control through freight audit and payables strategies.

Learn more:

How do you calculate freight audit ROI? See the formula, typical 2-5% recovery rates, and what shippers with $3M in freight spend are actually getting back.