TIA Technovations with Tom Curee

About TIA

The TIA is a leading industry organization dedicated to advancing the interests of transportation intermediaries across the United States. Established in 1978, TIA has consistently demonstrated its commitment to fostering excellence and innovation within the logistics and transportation sector. As a collective voice for freight brokers, 3PLs, and other intermediaries, TIA plays a pivotal role in shaping industry policies and promoting best practices. TIA provides its members with invaluable resources, including educational programs, advocacy efforts, and networking opportunities, enabling them to thrive in an ever-evolving marketplace. With a history of advocating for fair and equitable regulations, TIA ensures that its members are well-prepared to meet the challenges of a dynamic transportation landscape. Through collaboration, education, and advocacy, TIA remains at the forefront of the transportation industry, driving growth and innovation for its members and the broader logistics community.

Key Takeaways: TIA Technovations

• Tom Curee and Joe Lynch discussed some of the highlights of the TIA Technovations including:
  • AI/ML readiness
  • The role of technology in today's freight market
  • Shark Tank - leading freight-tech startups pitching investors
  • The value of TIA membership
  • The Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) is the trusted voice for third-party logistics companies of all sizes. TIA provides the following services to the 3PL industry:
• Championing Efficiency: The Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) advocates for streamlined logistics processes, promoting regulations and technologies that optimize supply chains and benefit both shippers and carriers.
• Advocating for Safety: TIA prioritizes safety in the transportation industry, pushing for training programs, equipment standards, and policy changes that minimize risks and accidents on the road.
• Building Connections: TIA acts as a bridge between transportation intermediaries, government agencies, and other stakeholders, fostering collaboration and communication to address industry challenges and opportunities.
• Empowering the Workforce: TIA invests in professional development for transportation intermediaries, offering educational resources, certifications, and networking opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Navigating Regulations: TIA provides members with guidance and resources to navigate the complex web of transportation regulations, ensuring compliance and minimizing legal burdens.
• Promoting Innovation: TIA embraces technological advancements in the transportation industry, supporting the development and adoption of new technologies that improve efficiency, transparency, and sustainability.
• Shaping the Future: TIA actively participates in shaping the future of the transportation industry, engaging in policy discussions, industry initiatives, and research to ensure a thriving and resilient ecosystem for years to come.
• TIA Capital Ideas Conference - Every April, North America’s most successful brokerage-based logistics professionals come together for three days of education, networking, and meetings with leading suppliers across the 3PL industry. There’s no other event out there designed by 3PLs for 3PLs, so don’t miss it. When: April 10-13, 2024. Where: Phoenix, Arizona