# Carrier Rate Management

*Last updated: 2026-06-09*

> A freight forwarder or shipper faces a daily question: which carrier should move this shipment, and at what cost?

A freight forwarder or shipper faces a daily question: which carrier should move this shipment, and at what cost? Rate management captures and compares freight tariffs from all available transportation providers, identifies volume discounts and negotiation leverage, and assigns shipments to the most cost-effective carrier while maintaining agreed service standards.

**Source:** [https://www.infor.com/solutions/carrier-rate-management](https://www.infor.com/solutions/carrier-rate-management)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Carrier Rate Management |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 50 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-09 |
| Source | https://www.infor.com/solutions/carrier-rate-management |

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