# Freight Auditing

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> Freight auditing begins the moment a carrier invoice arrives: each line item – base freight, fuel surcharges, accessorial charges, dimensional weight – is verified against contracted rates, actual shipment data, and agreed service parameters.

Freight auditing begins the moment a carrier invoice arrives: each line item – base freight, fuel surcharges, accessorial charges, dimensional weight – is verified against contracted rates, actual shipment data, and agreed service parameters. Errors identified during the audit form the basis for carrier dispute claims and feed into future rate negotiations. High-volume shippers often outsource this function to specialist providers or automate it through TMS integration. Freight auditing is distinct from Freight Audit and Payment (FAP), which additionally covers the payment release and reporting workflow; auditing alone focuses on the analytical act of validating invoice accuracy.

**Source:** [https://www.chrobinson.com/en-us/resources/faq/what-is-freight-auditing](https://www.chrobinson.com/en-us/resources/faq/what-is-freight-auditing)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
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| Term | Freight Auditing |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 97 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://www.chrobinson.com/en-us/resources/faq/what-is-freight-auditing |

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