GenBI: A New Era of Smart Decision-Making in Logistics
At Tabi Connect, we pride ourselves on revolutionizing the logistics industry by providing cutting-edge solutions that streamline operations and empower businesses. Our Rate Management System, widely recognized for its automated quoting capabilities and other tech-driven solutions, has already transformed how brokers manage logistics. Now, we’re taking a giant leap forward with the introduction of Tabi Intelligence, the AI-powered suite that redefines how you interact with your freight quoting data.
The first feature within Tabi Intelligence to be released is GenBI, a game-changing functionality that combines the power of Generative AI with Business Intelligence tools.
GenBI is designed to provide our customers with direct interaction with their data like never before. This innovative feature leverages the latest advancements in AI to allow users to ask open-ended questions and receive insightful, data-driven responses tailored to their business needs. But we didn’t stop there. GenBI empowers users to:
GenBI taps into Tabi’s rich data ecosystem, which includes metrics and insights across critical areas such as:
The logistics industry is fast-paced, and brokers must make informed decisions quickly. GenBI equips them with on-demand access to actionable insights while enabling them to focus on the metrics and relationships that drive their unique business goals. Whether it’s tracking win rates for specific shippers, monitoring lane-level performance, or exploring transaction trends, GenBI ensures customers have the information they need—whenever they need it.
What truly sets GenBI apart is its focus on collaboration. Users can interact with the tool through open questions, ensuring that even the most complex queries are answered in a clear and actionable way. Moreover, the feedback mechanism ensures that we continuously refine GenBI based on real-world user needs.
This feedback loop isn’t just about improving the tool—it’s about fostering a partnership between Tabi Connect and our customers. Together, we’re building a smarter, more efficient future for logistics.
At Tabi Connect, our mission is to empower brokers with the tools and technology they need to thrive in a competitive landscape. With GenBI, we’re not just delivering a product; we’re providing a platform for innovation, collaboration, and growth.
Ready to see GenBI in action? Schedule a meeting to explore how our Rate Management System and this new AI-powered feature can transform your quoting process: https://calendly.com/tabiconnect/demo
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Strategic Planning for 2025: How Tabi Connect Supports Your Growth
As we approach 2025, businesses across the logistics and brokerage sectors are preparing for change. To stay ahead in a competitive landscape, having a strategic plan is essential—one that’s rooted in a consultative approach to growth, supported by the right technology. At Tabi Connect, we focus on providing innovative solutions that help companies grow by improving efficiencies and decision-making processes.
Defining Key Values for a Stronger Brokerage in 2025
The foundation for any successful brokerage in 2025 lies in its values. These principles guide decision-making, customer relationships, and the overall direction of the business. The core values for brokers should include:
When these values are integrated into a brokerage’s culture, they empower teams to consistently perform at their best and adapt to shifting dynamics in the industry.
Sales Planning for 2025: Focus on Retention and Expansion
For brokers, a balanced approach to sales is essential for growth. In 2025, 80% of sales growth will come from expansion within current accounts, while new customer acquisition will contribute a smaller portion. Here’s how brokers should approach their sales strategy:
Technology, particularly rate management systems, can help brokers focus on retaining and expanding relationships by improving decision-making and increasing operational efficiency.
How Tabi Connect Helps You Thrive in 2025
With market conditions fluctuating—spot rates dropping, freight volumes shifting, and demand for technology increasing—businesses need to leverage cutting-edge solutions to stay competitive. Tabi Connect provides a rate management system that streamlines quoting, offers real-time data, and improves decision-making.
Our platform empowers businesses to respond more effectively to market changes, increasing operational efficiency and helping you make data-driven decisions that fuel growth. Whether expanding existing accounts or acquiring new customers, Tabi’s solutions help you move faster and smarter.
Market Challenges for Shippers – And the Solution for Brokers
Shippers today face several challenges:
This is where brokers can play a critical role. By adopting Tabi Connect’s solutions, brokers can address these pain points by providing:
With Tabi Connect, brokers can not only meet the evolving needs of shippers but also strengthen their own position in the market.
Seizing Opportunities with the Right Technology
As 2025 approaches, brokers who invest in technology will be better equipped to succeed. A shift from transactional to consultative approaches requires the right tools for visibility, decision-making, and growth. Tabi Connect’s platform is designed to help brokers improve:
Why Tabi Connect Is Your Solution for 2025
Adopting the right technology will be the key to growth in 2025. Tabi Connect’s rate management system, combined with advanced data management and rate quoting capabilities, ensures you can tackle market fluctuations, streamline operations, and build stronger relationships with your customers.
Ready to take your business to the next level? Tabi Connect is here to help you grow. Let’s schedule a meeting and learn more about how we can be the strategic partner you need for success in 2025 and beyond, or you can visit our website to explore everything we offer!
Are You Building Strong Client Relationships? Learn how brokers and their clients can benefit from effective communication and collaboration.
In the intricate network of the transportation industry, brokers must develop robust relationships with their clients to build a solid foundation for a successful operation. Effective communication and collaboration between brokers and their clients are the cornerstones of a thriving business that brings mutual benefits. Let’s delve into the significance of building strong relationships and explore key strategies to achieve effective communication and collaboration.
The Importance of Building Strong Client Relationships
Strategies for Effective Communication and Collaboration
Collaborative Approaches for Long-Term Success
Building strong relationships with your clients requires dedication, active engagement, and a genuine commitment to collaboration. Derek Schlecker, Account Executive at Tabi Connect, offers this valuable advice to keep in mind when forming relationships: “Freight brokers must stay close to their shippers because silence often signals trouble. When shippers go quiet, it’s a red flag that something might be off. To truly add value, brokers should always be in the loop, hearing both the good and the bad. Open and honest communication is the lifeblood of a strong shipper partnership.”
At Tabi, we follow these principles closely, ensuring that our relationships with clients are built on trust, effective communication, and a deep understanding of their needs. We listen to our customers’ needs and work with them to fix the issues specific to their business and help them grow. Success in transportation is a collaborative effort, and strong relationships are the bedrock of that collaboration. Investing in these relationships ensures that the returns will undoubtedly be rewarding.
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The essential guide to successful automation by understanding and addressing several factors that impact its effectiveness in five steps.
Automation has become a cornerstone of modern business operations, promising increased efficiency and streamlined processes. However, achieving successful automation requires more than just implementing technology. It involves understanding and addressing several critical factors that impact its effectiveness. Here are five essential considerations for ensuring the success of your automation projects.
1. Automation Isn’t Set It & Forget It
A common misconception about automation is that once it is set up, it will operate flawlessly without further intervention. In reality, automation requires ongoing management and optimization. Systems need to be regularly reviewed and updated to adapt to changing business needs, market conditions, and technological advancements. By staying proactive and engaged with the automation process, businesses can ensure that their systems continue to deliver value over time.
2. User Adoption Begins with User Trust
For automation to be successful, user adoption is crucial. However, user adoption is not simply about introducing a new tool—it’s about building trust. Users must believe in the reliability and effectiveness of the automation system. This trust is established through transparent communication, effective training, and demonstrating the system’s reliability in real-world scenarios. When users feel confident in the technology, they are more likely to embrace and utilize it fully.
3. Users Don’t Trust What They Can’t See
Transparency is a key factor in gaining user trust. Many users struggle to trust automation systems if they cannot see the inner workings or understand the processes behind them. Providing visibility into how automation functions, including real-time data and outputs, helps users gain confidence in the system. When users can observe and verify the system’s performance, they are more likely to trust and rely on it for their daily tasks.
4. Automation Projects Fail Because They’re Not Owned by Users
Successful automation projects involve more than just implementing technology—they require user ownership. When automation projects are imposed from the top down without involving end-users, they often face resistance and lack of buy-in. Engaging users early in the process, allowing them to provide input, and ensuring they are actively involved in the implementation can significantly enhance the likelihood of success. Users who feel a sense of ownership are more invested in making the system work effectively.
5. ROI Extends Much Further Than Time Saved
The return on investment (ROI) from automation projects is often perceived solely in terms of time saved. However, the benefits of automation extend beyond just efficiency gains. ROI also includes improvements in accuracy, scalability, and overall business agility. By considering the broader impacts of automation, such as enhanced data visibility and the ability to respond swiftly to market changes, businesses can better appreciate the full value of their automation investments.
Conclusion:
Successfully implementing automation requires more than just installing a system; it involves ensuring ongoing maintenance, building user trust, providing visibility, securing user ownership, and recognizing the full range of benefits. At Tabi Connect, we specialize in helping businesses navigate these complexities and achieve seamless automation. Our solutions are designed to enhance efficiency, boost user adoption, and deliver measurable ROI. If you’re looking to transform your automation processes and unlock their full potential, we’re here to help. Contact us to discover how Tabi Connect can support your automation journey.
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Tabi Connect´s has a new logo and we are so proud of the team’s effort behind it, this logo shows our growth and hard work.
We revealed our brand-new Tabi Connect logo in 2023, and we’re quite happy with the teamwork that went into making it. Everyone put forth a lot of effort, and the results reflect that. Our customers have responded incredibly well to it; they truly like it! This new logo represents our company’s growth and improvement, going beyond just a simple makeover.
The public release of our new logo has significantly improved our brand. It’s making us more noticeable and drawing in new clients as well as old ones who have never dealt with us before. This logo is an essential component of our journey as a growing firm because it conveys to everyone our identity and core values.
With this new logo leading the way, we’re grateful for all the encouraging feedback we’ve gotten thus far and eager to see what the future brings. Let’s keep going and build on this accomplishment!
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Let’s quickly review our accomplishments at Tabi in the last year and our future plans as 2024 gets underway.
2023 in The numbers: We had a terrific year last year:
Links: We established connections with sixty-two sites.
New Faces: We now have 67 more clients.
Over 700,000 quotes were processed monthly by our system, which was busy with them.
Fast Responses: With a 68% response rate, we were able to respond to quotes in an average of just 4 seconds.
Big Wins: We didn’t just do more; we also made things better:
New Look, New Year: We also spruced up our brand last year, giving Tabi a new look that matches our growth and future goals.
What’s Coming in 2024: We’re not slowing down. This year, we plan to grow more, improve our tech even further, and keep giving our clients the best service.
2023 was a stepping stone for bigger things. We’re excited for 2024 and hope you’ll join us in seeing what’s next. Here’s to making more progress together!
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In recent years, the security of our digital world has become a primary concern for us all. With the rise of online threats that aim to steal or compromise information, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has never been more critical.
One of our first steps toward enhancing security was to focus on protecting our customers’ information through data encryption. Encryption is like turning your data into a secret code that only someone with the key can read, ensuring that your information stays private and secure.
Additionally, recognizing the importance of continuous improvement in security, we teamed up with AWS, a leading cloud services provider. This partnership has been instrumental in strengthening our defenses and enhancing our ability to monitor potential threats. With tools such as GuardDuty and CloudWatch, we’re equipped to detect, track and respond to all security risks. These tools help us keep an eye on our system around the clock, making sure that only safe and stable traffic flows through our network.
However, cybersecurity isn’t just about the technology we use; it’s also about the people behind it. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring that only authorized individuals have access to specific data or the ability to perform certain tasks. We regularly update our access policies and adhere to best practices in managing roles and permissions. This human aspect of security is crucial in creating a comprehensive defense strategy that protects against both external and internal threats.
In conclusion, our commitment to cybersecurity is unwavering. From encrypting data to collaborating with AWS, utilizing cutting-edge monitoring tools and meticulously managing access permissions, we’re dedicated to safeguarding customer information and ensuring the integrity of our services. In this digital age, cybersecurity is not just a technical necessity, but a fundamental aspect of trust between us and our customers.
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Tabi Connect, a leading Rate Management System, announces a new strategic relationship with Integrity Express Logistics (IEL), an over $1 billion logistics service provider. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in IEL’s offering to their customer base, showcasing the fusion of Tabi Connect’s advanced rate automation and analytics capabilities with IEL’s commitment to forward-thinking efficiency and initiative to provide enhanced connectivity.
Tabi Connect’s leading technology is set to transform the rate quoting process for Integrity Express Logistics, providing unparalleled automation and analytics functionalities. The integration of API rating, also known as Real-Time Rating, on the e2open platform positions IEL as an industry trailblazer, offering their customers an enhanced and streamlined experience that only a small percentage of providers currently offer.
“We are thrilled to join forces with IEL to elevate their capabilities in the dynamic logistics landscape,” said Dan Hellmann, Chief Sales Officer of Tabi Connect. “Tabi Connect’s advanced rate automation not only optimizes efficiency, which reduces the service provider’s cost to serve but also provides actionable insights through robust analytics. Together, our companies will provide the IEL customer base with exceptional service, connectivity, and insights that are hard to replicate.”
IEL, known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, recognizes the transformative potential of Tabi Connect’s technology. The integration allows them to provide dynamic API rating, ensuring accuracy and responsiveness in meeting the demands of the ever-evolving domestic trucking market. In addition, IEL will capture all rating data points, allowing them to enhance their quoting process and provide their shippers with actionable insights.
Integrity Express Logistics is built on three foundational pillars: service, relationships, and technology. This partnership allows us to move forward on all three, as we continue to leverage industry-leading innovation. Tabi and Real-Time Rating create efficiencies across our network, specifically for our shippers who are looking to eliminate manual steps when pricing and tendering their freight.
This relationship not only signifies the collaboration of two industry leaders but also underscores the value that both Tabi Connect and IEL deliver to their respective customer bases. The integration on the e2open platform reflects their dedication to providing innovative solutions that cater to the unique needs of the logistics industry.
About Tabi Connect:
Tabi Connect is a rating automation platform and rate management system that enables brokerages to respond to more quotes faster, with less human labor, while capturing every data point. By utilizing Tabi Connect, 3PLs are increasing their load count, revenue, and gaining more insight into their customer demand and quoting process.
About Integrity Express Logistics:
Founded in 2007, IEL is a family-owned company with over 30 years of logistics experience. Our overall mission at Integrity is to live up to our company name while providing customized supply solutions. IEL is based in Blue Ash, OH, with 15 offices throughout North America.
For media inquiries, please contact: Laura Restrepo at laurarest@tabiconnect.com