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What Carriers Should Know Before Starting the Onboarding Process
Carriers

What Carriers Should Know Before Starting the Onboarding Process

An overview of the information and documents commonly needed when beginning a carrier relationship.
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Having the right information ready makes carrier onboarding faster and simpler. Here is what to prepare before you start your application with Heroic Solutions.

Carrier Information

  • Legal business name
  • MC and DOT numbers
  • Primary contact details

Insurance and Documents

Current documentation helps us verify your operation and get you approved sooner.

  • Certificate of insurance (COI)
  • W-9 form
  • Operating authority
  • Any other required safety documents

Equipment and Operations

Tell us about your equipment types, number of trucks, preferred lanes and regions, and dispatch contact information so we can match you with freight that fits your operation.

What Happens Next

Once your application is submitted, our team reviews your information and follows up if anything else is needed. Approved carriers can then connect with eligible freight opportunities.

Looking for a document?

Find forms, documents and company resources in the Heroic Solutions Resource Center.

Access forms, documents and company resources in the Heroic Solutions Resource Center.

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Have a Freight Question?

If you need help with a shipment or aren’t sure where to start, our team can help.