Case studies

Results that speak for themselves

A look at the work we do alongside our clients — the challenges they faced, how we approached them, and what we achieved together.

01
Safety Audits & Compliance
Gulf Coast85 vehicles

Regional Freight Carrier

The challenge

A mid-size regional carrier was facing a scheduled DOT compliance review with multiple open violations on record and no dedicated internal compliance staff. Leadership had limited visibility into the scope of their exposure and needed to move fast.

Our approach

We conducted a full compliance audit across all 85 vehicles, driver qualification files, hours-of-service records, and maintenance documentation. Within the first week we identified 14 discrete violations and prioritized them by audit risk. We then worked directly with the operations team to close each one — updating documentation, retraining drivers, and implementing a compliance calendar to prevent recurrence.

The result

Achieved full DOT compliance in 90 days. Zero violations cited at the official audit. The carrier now runs quarterly internal reviews using the framework we built.

90days
To full compliance
14violations
Identified and closed
0cited
At official audit
02
Driver Training & Risk Reduction
Texas & Oklahoma210 vehicles

Last-Mile Logistics Provider

The challenge

A fast-growing last-mile provider was experiencing high driver turnover and a rising incident rate that was driving up insurance premiums. Their existing training program was a generic online module that drivers completed once at onboarding and never revisited.

Our approach

We analyzed 18 months of incident data to identify the highest-risk scenarios — backing accidents, intersection collisions, and fatigue-related events dominated the picture. We built a custom training curriculum around those specific risks, delivered in short in-person sessions that fit around driver schedules. We also introduced a structured onboarding program and a 90-day check-in process for new hires.

The result

58% reduction in incidents over 12 months. Driver retention improved by 31%. Insurance premiums dropped by 22% at the next renewal cycle.

58%
Incident reduction
31%
Improvement in driver retention
22%
Insurance premium reduction
03
HazMat Compliance & Expansion
Multi-state42 vehicles

Hazmat Transport Company

The challenge

A specialized hazmat carrier needed to expand operations into four new states, each with different permit requirements, routing restrictions, and emergency response obligations. Their existing compliance program was built for a single-state operation and couldn't scale.

Our approach

We mapped the regulatory requirements for each target state — permits, placarding rules, routing restrictions, and emergency response plan obligations — and built a unified compliance framework that covered all four simultaneously. We also delivered HazMat certification training for 18 drivers and updated the carrier's emergency response documentation to meet multi-state standards.

The result

Multi-state compliance framework built and implemented in 60 days. All 18 drivers certified. Expansion launched on schedule with zero regulatory delays.

60days
Framework built
18drivers
HazMat certified
4states
Expansion launched
04
Risk Assessment & Insurance
Midwest130 vehicles

Long-Haul Trucking Operation

The challenge

A long-haul operator was struggling with escalating insurance costs and couldn't identify why. Their loss runs showed a pattern of claims but no one had analyzed the root causes or connected them to specific operational practices.

Our approach

We conducted a comprehensive risk assessment covering hiring practices, driver screening, route planning, maintenance scheduling, and load securement procedures. The analysis revealed that a significant portion of claims traced back to two root causes: inadequate pre-trip inspection practices and a gap in the driver screening process for long-haul candidates. We redesigned both programs and worked with the operations team to implement them fleet-wide.

The result

Claims frequency dropped 44% in the first year. The carrier's insurance broker cited the documented safety improvements as the basis for a 19% premium reduction at renewal.

44%
Reduction in claims frequency
19%
Insurance premium reduction
2root causes
Identified and resolved

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