A Freight Broker (like The Junction) connects shippers with carriers willing to move their product.  For a fee, a broker finds carriers, negotiates rates and arranges for the pick-up and delivery of products.  This is great for companies with limited resources to manage their transportation needs and allows them to focus on their businesses.

Keep in mind,  freight brokers never actually handle your products.  Their specialty is to simplify the shipping process and find competitive rates.  They contract with carriers who actually move your product to its intended destination.

If you are not sure about all the different shipping options, not sure where to find carriers, or do not have time to manage the process, hiring a freight broker is a great way to have instant expertise and, in many cases, save you money on shipping costs.  Often times, brokers are able to get better rates than shippers, even with the broker fee included.  Brokers accomplish this by establishing a large network of carriers and shipping lanes to find competitive prices with good service levels.