The Logistics of Logistics

Feb 25 2025 43 mins 1

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Erika Voss and Joe Lynch discuss taking the uncertainty and risk out of freight. Erika is Vice President of Information Security at DAT Freight & Analytics, the largest truckload freight marketplace in North America.

About Erika Voss

Dr. Erika Voss, with over two decades of experience, has held high-level positions at companies including Capital One, Microsoft, and Amazon Web Services. Currently Vice President of Information Security at DAT Freight & Analytics, she leads the vision, strategy, and execution of advanced security protections. Recognized as a leader in her field, Erika has been honored with the CISO's Top 100 Accelerated CISOs Award (A100) and the 2024 Women in Supply Chain Award in the DEI Pioneer category. Erika holds a Ph.D. in Cybersecurity from Northcentral University, while teaching Cyber courses in the evening and advising Women in Leadership at the University of San Francisco.

About DAT Freight & Analytics

DAT Freight & Analytics operates the largest truckload freight marketplace in North America. Shippers, transportation brokers, carriers, news organizations and industry analysts rely on DAT for trends and data insights based on more than 400 million freight matches and a database of $150 billion in annual market transactions.Founded in 1978, DAT is a business unit of Roper Technologies (Nasdaq: ROP), a constituent of the Nasdaq 100, S&P 500, and Fortune 1000.

Key Takeaways: Taking the Uncertainty and Risk Out of Freight

Network Integrity Unit: DAT has a dedicated team, the Network Integrity Unit, which works around the clock to monitor the network for suspicious activity, investigate potential threats, and enforce security measures to protect users from fraud and cybercrime.
Proactive Security Measures: DAT employs a range of proactive measures, including multi-factor authentication, advanced monitoring tools, and regular security testing, to safeguard user accounts and data, and to prevent fraudulent activities like identity theft and double brokering.
Data-Driven Insights: DAT offers advanced analytics, providing shippers with actionable insights to optimize transportation decisions and mitigate risks.
Comprehensive Freight Visibility: With access to vast transaction data, shippers can track rates across various modes (TL, LTL, Intermodal, Ocean) and equipment types (Dry Van, Flatbed, Temp-Control).
RateView Analytics: DAT helps manage transportation costs with accurate market data, allowing shippers to set realistic budgets and adjust rates during volatile conditions.
Network Analytics: Shippers gain granular visibility into capacity, helping them optimize sourcing and manage their transportation network more efficiently.
Custom Analytics Services: DAT offers tailored analytics, API integrations, and consultative services to address specific business needs and improve decision-making.
Proven Trust by Leading Companies: Over 1,400 shippers, including major brands like Walmart and Freshpet, rely on DAT's data for logistics decision-making.
Market Benchmarking: DAT provides benchmarking tools that allow shippers to compare their freight spend against the broader market, identifying opportunities for cost savings and risk management.