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Taking Control of Risk

posted by TrueNorth Transportation on Monday, February 8, 2021

Many companies opt to take control of risk by moving to a higher deductible or self-insured retention (SIR). With lower deductibles and higher premiums, a motor carrier does not have a seat at the table to negotiate claims. By moving to a higher deductible or SIR, companies can gain control and reduce costs. Upon transitioning there is often a shift for an organization to handle claims in-house within that primary layer.

Ask the Experts with Scopelitis Transportation Consulting

posted by TrueNorth Transportation on Friday, January 22, 2021

CSA in 2021, What's New & What's Improved. FMCSA's Compliance, Safety, Accountability program has been a major driver of trucking company compliance programs since its inception 10 years ago. This webinar discussed what's new with CSA and how it may look different in the future.

How to Get a Better Insurance Outcome

posted by TrueNorth Transportation on Wednesday, April 29, 2020

12 Things You Need to Do to Take Control Over Your Insurance.

A Qualitative Approach to Risk

posted by TrueNorth Transportation on Friday, March 20, 2020

With 30-80% of a motor carrier's Total Cost of Risk (TCOR) coming from variable and indirect costs, the approach to a solid and successful strategic risk-financing and risk-mitigation program must begin with two essential factors: qualitative and quantitative.

America: A Country of Truck Drivers

posted on Thursday, April 16, 2015

Truck driving has and continues to play a very large role in the nation's economy. Based on Census Bureau data, National Public Radio has compiled an index by state of the nation's most common jobs. The interactive map shows the nation's progression as the job title "Truck Driver" grows in popularity across the country.