Questions for those running a small business running OO's

Noble. Dads approach is better. The momey IS all that really matters. Nobody's looking for friends, and you're gonna go broke

 

I guess I misunderstood "in compliance" then.

If long term plans for a carrier leasing on owner ops, involves working with brokers that much, I'd venture to say neither of you have much of a plan at all.

I can't see how you could expect to have any reliable OO's come work with you. They could run brokered freight on their own.

What is it y'all have to offer for an OO?

 

One word of caution on the “paused” insurance. I know two guys that had their trucks stolen during a couple weeks or month on vacation and another one had his truck left on blocks with all his wheels and tires stolen. Without insurance on them at that time they’d be out of business forever.

 

You want insurance to "pause", you need to be on a mileage program. Trucks can sit however long you want with no cost.

 

For keeping things organized, I’d focus on clear documentation and routine checks with your OO’s.

For example, I make sure they submit maintenance logs and inspection reports regularly.

For tracking schedules and routes, I use CurbWaste as a reference point to see local pickup windows and ensure compliance, it saves time planning.

Even a simple weekly check-in with drivers can prevent violations.

 

I believe in order of staying complaint for any O/o would be the amount of cash flow they have. In these times, cash has become king because its a necessity and needed in these difficult times of inflation. Truck maintenance is the up most important factor regarding staying in compliance and once that lapses things fall quickly.

 

How does one go about this?

 

Hard to do with just a couple of trucks but can be done. You have to beat on your insurance for a mileage program.
Insurance agent will usually just ignore or tell you it's not available. If so, talk to other agencies. I know a couple people
with 3-4 trucks that got it.