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PCS Advantage™: A Game Changer for Mid-Market Carriers

In a significant move to level the playing field for small and mid-sized transportation fleets, PCS Software has launched PCS Advantage™, an innovative benefit program designed to provide these carriers with the kind of enterprise-level pricing typically reserved for the giants of the industry. This service is set to revolutionize the way mid-market carriers operate by giving them access to essential savings that were once only available to larger fleets.

A New Era of Collective Buying Power

For decades, the transportation sector has seen that the largest fleets enjoy managed cost programs featuring negotiated national rates due to their significant purchasing volumes. Unfortunately, mid-market carriers have found it difficult to leverage similar benefits due to their smaller scale. PCS Advantage™ changes this narrative.

The essence of the program lies in its use of collective purchasing power. By combining the needs and purchasing capacity of the entire PCS customer base, the program empowers individual carriers to access discounts and partnerships that would have been impossible on their own. As Mark Hill, CEO of PCS Software, states, “Small and mid-sized carriers have always had to play the game on an uneven field…we're unlocking programs that were never available to them before.”

Three Key Benefits Available Immediately

The PCS Advantage™ program features three immediate benefits that are now live: Fuel Savings, Lodging and Travel, and Recruiting Advantage. Each of these benefits addresses a critical area of cost for fleets of all sizes:

1. Fuel Savings Advantage: Enrolled customers can take advantage of negotiated diesel pricing at thousands of locations across the nation. The potential savings per gallon is substantial enough to potentially cover a significant portion, or in some cases, all of their annual investment in PCS services.

2. Lodging and Travel Advantage: This benefit offers customers access to pre-negotiated hotel rates, which are significantly discounted compared to retail prices. Direct billing options simplify the payment process for work-related lodging, alleviating the burden on drivers who may need to use personal credit cards. From driver layovers to new hire orientations, this program covers various needs that arise in fleet operations.

3. Recruiting Advantage: Understanding the challenges of recruiting qualified drivers, this facet connects carriers with a specialized lead generation service that provides qualified CDL-A driver and diesel technician applicants. Remarkably, this service is available at a fraction of the industry average cost-per-hire, further enhancing the ability of mid-market carriers to attract talent without breaking the bank.

Commitment to Improvement

The PCS Software team has built the PCS Advantage™ program with a clear focus on reducing costs for their customers. Jason Douglass, VP of Community and Engagement at PCS Software, emphasizes, “We built this program around one question: what are our customers paying full retail price on, and can we do better?” Their drive to negotiate better rates across essential services reflects an understanding of the everyday costs that fleets face.

Accessibility for All Active Customers

One of the most appealing aspects of the PCS Advantage™ program is that it is exclusively available to all active PCS customers, with no hidden fees or new software requirements. Carriers can decide to participate in any or all of the benefits, signifying a flexible approach that fits varied operational models within the industry.

Furthermore, the current offerings will only be the beginning; PCS Software is actively developing additional benefit categories, which means there is more to come for its customers.

Conclusion

By launching PCS Advantage™, PCS Software has positioned itself as a leader in supporting mid-market carriers. This program gives these operators access to the resources and advantages that were traditionally only available to larger fleets, ultimately empowering them to enhance their competitiveness in a challenging marketplace. With a focus on collective buying power, PCS Advantage™ stands to transform the financial landscape for mid-sized transportation companies for years to come.

For more information about changing your operations with PCS Advantage™, visit pcssoft.com.