What are Dedicated Services?
Dedicated Services offer the provisioning and dedication of transportation resources for specific logistic needs. When timing, special handling, volume, or other circumstances do not allow for common carriage to be effective, Dedicated Services can ensure available capacity and overall peace of mind.
Benefits
Having your own “Dedicated” fleet of professional and experienced transportation resources can significantly benefit your organization.
Benefits include:
- Flexible contract terms
- No equipment lease obligations
- Limited risk and exposure to accidents or other liabilities
- Relief from managing DOT safety and compliance
- Access to advanced logistics technologies
- Reliable and consistent budgeting of fleet costs
- Resource contingency support through our integrated network of Service Centers and Dedicated Sites
- Driver recruiting, training, and retention through developed networks
- Backhaul assistance program to reduce empty miles
Experience
Our experience is broadly based on various service and supply chain types. Our expertise includes but is not limited to:
Service Types
- Unattended & Nighttime Delivery
- Static Routes (Milk Runs)
- Tier I & II Manufacturing
- JIT/JIS
- Cross Dock Operations
- Reverse Logistics
- Yard Management
- Multi-Stop Truckload
- Truckload
Supply Chain Segment Types
- Retail Distribution (DC to Customer)
- Wholesale Distribution (DC to Retail Store)
- Assembly Operations and Manufacturing
- In Process Manufacturing Plant Transfer
- Warehouse Transfers (Plant to DC)
Equipment Configurations
We have extensive experience with a wide range of specialized equipment types. Some are included below:
Hopper Bottom
Refrigerated Truck
Knuckle Boom
Conestoga
Flatbed and Portable Lift
Straight Truck
Sleeper Cab
Technology
Dedicated Services employ world-class technologies that support your transportation needs:
- Data Exchange – Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) can be facilitated based on your specific needs (Flat File, XML, etc.).
- Route Planning – Utilizing industry-leading applications, we can perform dynamic real-time planning by offering route optimization and asset utilization analysis.
- Asset Tracking – Every tractor is equipped with an onboard computer (OBC), offering visibility of assets with GPS tracking. Additionally, visibility is provided for dropped trailers through untethered GPS tracking.
- Reporting & Customized Billing – Our custom-developed data management system allows us to generate KPIs, other custom reports, and billing information to meet your specific needs.
- Customer Portal – A secure Web Service that allows 24/7 access to past billing and reporting.
Safety
It is the policy of DHE Transportation to maintain a safe work environment throughout our system. The primary goal of our program is to prevent accidents, incidents, illnesses, and injuries and to fulfill our moral obligation to protect the general public. By doing so, the employees of the company and the general public will be best served.
Unsafe acts or working conditions create unnecessary hazards to the health and well-being of our people, our customers, and to the good name of the company. DHE Transportation therefore commits itself and its resources to these ends:
- Provide safe and healthful working conditions.
- Maintain all company equipment and facilities in good and safe order.
- Correct any and all conditions that could lead to an accident or injury.
- Provide ongoing safety training to all employees.
- Comply with all federal, state, and local laws or regulations related to safety.
To these ends, I commit all of the resources of DHE Transportation, including the best efforts of all our family members.
Charlie Prickett
Chief Executive Officer
Safety 365®
DHE Transportation's Safety 365® - Safety Every Day program ensures that safety is at the forefront of everything we do each day of the year. Each number represents a significant part of the program, contributing to and ensuring that our safety culture meets and exceeds the highest safety standards in the industry.
| 3 | Safety Awareness and Professional Driver Training every 3 years ensures compliance with all state and federal requirements. | |
| 6 | Every 6 months, our leadership meets with each team member one-on-one. Discussions focus on all aspects of safety and are designed to ensure comfortable open communication during the meeting and throughout the year. | |
| 5 | Team members' recognition and awards escalate for every 5 year milestone of safe service achieved. |
Sustainability in Action
DHE Transportation is committed to supporting environmentally sound business practices. Whether through a formalized program such as SmartWay® or by simply reducing miles driven through advanced operations research applications, DHE Transportation strives to achieve a minimal impact footprint on our environment. Some of our efforts that favorably impact the environment include:
- More fuel-efficient tractors with automatic transmissions improve RPM control during shifting.
- Side skirts on trailers improve the overall drag coefficient and MPG.
- Enhanced tire compositions and setups lead to reduced rolling resistance and increased MPG.
- LTL system flow improvements enhance loaded fill rates, reducing the miles required per shipment.
- Advanced data center designs reduce HVAC demands and overall utility consumption.
- Recycle used oil, oil filters, antifreeze, batteries, and scrap steel.
- Maintenance shop towels are laundered for reuse.
- Retread tires to extend lifespan and reduce tire waste.
- Utilization of efficient LED lighting and solar technology.
- Integration of electric vehicles and forklifts.
- CARB compliant.
- Use of R99 renewable diesel fuel to reduce emissions.
View the SmartWay certificate.
Pricing Options
A Dedicated Services agreement typically lasts 2 to 5 years, based on a defined operational scope and terms required to directly support your operational needs.
Rates may be set up in several ways depending on your particular needs and preferences. The most common rate structure is ‘fixed and variable,’ where a fixed fee is charged per week, and a variable element is then applied to the miles, hours, and other key metrics associated with the operation’s activity. Load rates, hourly rates, mileage rates, and other options are also available for consideration.
FAQ
Listed below are some frequently asked questions we receive. Please contact us with any additional questions you may have.
What industries are served by DHE Transportation's Dedicated Services?
The industries served include but are not limited to the following: Automotive Manufacturing, Automotive Parts, Heavy Equipment Parts, Building Materials, Retail, HVAC, Utilities, Food & Beverage, Office Supplies, Aluminum, Corrugated Packaging, and much more.
Are private fleet conversions offered by DHE Transportation's Dedicated Services?
Yes! DHE Transportation specializes in private fleet conversions. We have extensive experience in equipment lease assumptions, purchasing existing fleet equipment, and assisting with selling existing fleet equipment. Current company drivers will be considered first. If they meet our minimum hiring requirements, they will be given the opportunity to join DHE Transportation's Dedicated Services, where they will continue to service your customer.
Can DHE Transportation's Dedicated Services provide specialized equipment?
Yes! DHE Transportation provides a customized equipment solution based on your specific needs. We currently operate several types of specialized equipment configurations. See our equipment listing on this site for illustrations.
What geographic area does DHE Transportation's Dedicated Services operate?
DHE Transportation's Dedicated Services operate in the lower 48 states of the U.S.
Is backhaul assistance offered?
Yes! We offer a third-party backhaul program to reduce empty miles and lower your costs. This service is supported by DHE Transportation's Brokerage Services and Sales Territory Managers, that are face-to-face with shippers each day.
What are your resource contingency plans?
Resource contingency support is provided through our integrated network of LTL Service Centers and Dedicated Sites located throughout our service area. DHE Transportation operates more than 4000 tractors equipped with satellite tracking that allows for short response times to emergencies, spikes in business, and any other possible contingency situation.
What type of dedicated delivery services does DHE Transportation offer?
We offer a variety of delivery services that include unattended nighttime, liftgate, and white glove.
Does DHE Transportation offer technology-based solutions?
Yes! With state-of-the-art technology tools, we offer equipment tracking, shipment tracking and tracing, EDI, route planning, optimization analysis, and customized billing and reporting solutions to fit your requirements.
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