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Freight theft is a huge problem in the freight industry, and it costs businesses billions of dollars every year. Whether you’re shipping freight across<\/a> the country or just down the road a few miles, steps need to be taken to prevent theft. In this article, we will discuss the best ways to protect your shipment from theft and get it to its destination intact.<\/p>\n

Choose Secure Shipping Partners<\/h2>\n

Choosing the right freight carrier partner<\/a> is essential in order to avoid cargo theft. Shippers should only work with reputable carriers that have a solid security record. Confirming carrier credentials, including their operating authority and safety ratings, can avert fake pickups. Working with freight brokers that focus on security also guarantees that shipments are shipped to carriers with perfect safety procedures.<\/p>\n

Utilize GPS Tracking<\/h2>\n

Technology\u00a0<\/span>is<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>also<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>important<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>in\u00a0<\/span>mitigating<\/span>\u00a0the risk of cargo theft.\u00a0<\/span>The<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>use of\u00a0<\/span>GPS tracking devices on trucks and trailers\u00a0<\/span>allows<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>companies<\/a> to monitor shipments in\u00a0<\/span>real<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>time\u00a0<\/span>and can\u00a0<\/span>even\u00a0<\/span>alert\u00a0<\/span>them<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>when<\/span>\u00a0a shipment\u00a0<\/span>takes<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>a<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>different<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>route than\u00a0<\/span>planned<\/span>. Geo-fencing alerts are <\/span>especially<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>helpful<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>since<\/span>\u00a0they notify shippers\u00a0<\/span>when<\/span>\u00a0a truck enters\u00a0<\/span>a<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>zone<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>it should not<\/span>. Additionally, tamper-<\/span>evident<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>seals and door sensors provide an extra\u00a0<\/span>level<\/span>\u00a0of security by detecting\u00a0<\/span>unauthorized access to\u00a0<\/span>the<\/span> vehicle.<\/span><\/p>\n

Warehouse and Dock Security<\/h2>\n

Warehouses<\/a> and distribution centers are prime targets for cargo theft, so security at these locations is of the utmost importance. Some methods of preventing theft are installing high-definition security cameras, reducing the number of entry points, and implementing ID verification for all drivers. Strict loading and unloading policies for shipments should also be in place at companies, with freight handling restricted to authorized company personnel only. The more people you have working on a shipment, the more likely something can go wrong, and the opportunity for a crime to take place increases.<\/p>\n

Discover Freight Insights and Reviews<\/h3>\n

For those looking to understand the freight industry that much more and need to discover which partner you can rely on. Freight Checkers<\/a> is here to help. By signing up for Freight Checkers, you’ll gain immense insights on the exact companies and partnerships you can count on. Having a team that you can trust with your shipping and receiving needs is extremely important to ensuring your overall success. Understanding which companies may not be a right fit can help you avoid all sorts of crimes or delays from occurring.<\/a> Therefore, sign up for Freight Checkers today!<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Freight theft is a huge problem in the freight industry, and it costs businesses billions of dollars every year. Whether you’re shipping freight across the country or just down the road a few miles, steps need to be taken to prevent theft. 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