IntelliTrans and DAT Forge Alliance to Embed Premier Rate Intelligence into Shipper Workflows

ATLANTA, GA – January 22, 2026 – In a significant move to arm shippers with more powerful data, multimodal transportation solutions provider IntelliTrans has partnered with DAT Freight & Analytics to embed the industry’s most trusted freight rate intelligence directly into its platform. The new integration gives customers using the IntelliTrans Transportation Management System (TMS) seamless access to DAT iQ, a leading-edge data analytics service built on a staggering $1 trillion in actual market transactions.

This strategic alliance, uniting two business units under the Roper Technologies umbrella, eliminates the long-standing workflow disruption of switching between operational software and separate analytics tools. By merging shipment execution with reliable pricing intelligence in a single platform, the partnership aims to empower shippers, particularly those in the complex bulk and break-bulk industries, to make faster, more confident procurement decisions in an increasingly volatile market.

A Unified Platform for Smarter Procurement

For years, logistics managers have grappled with a fragmented technology landscape, often resorting to manual data entry, cumbersome spreadsheets, and jumping between systems to benchmark carrier quotes against market rates. This new integration is designed to render that inefficiency obsolete.

By bringing DAT iQ’s analytics directly into the IntelliTrans TMS environment, shippers can now leverage clear, accurate freight benchmarks to inform their mode and carrier decisions without leaving the platform they use for daily operations. According to research, DAT iQ's forecasting models boast an accuracy rate of over 95%, providing a powerful tool for planning and budgeting.

“DAT iQ sets the industry standard for transportation rate analytics, and this integration brings that freight rate intelligence right to our customers’ fingertips,” said Chad Raube, President & CEO of IntelliTrans. “They can anticipate shifts in the market instead of just reacting, and they can do it without leaving the platform they already use every day.”

The practical benefits are substantial. Shippers can now benchmark carrier quotes against real-time market rates to understand whether a price is competitive before committing. This capability strengthens their negotiating position and provides a clear line of sight into transportation spending. Furthermore, the predictive analytics powered by DAT iQ allow users to spot cost-escalating trends early and adjust routing or procurement timing to protect their budgets.

“Rate volatility makes it harder to plan and budget effectively,” noted Ken Adamo, Chief of Analytics at DAT Freight & Analytics. “DAT iQ’s freight benchmarking and forecasting gives shippers reliable insight into what they should be paying based on past, present, and future market rates. It takes uncertainty out of transportation procurement.”

Targeting the Complexities of Bulk and Break-Bulk Shipping

While the integration offers broad benefits, it is particularly transformative for the bulk and break-bulk industries, which IntelliTrans has long specialized in serving. These sectors face unique logistical hurdles that standard TMS solutions often fail to address adequately. Shipments can be irregular, involve specialized equipment, and are heavily reliant on the volatile spot market, making accurate cost forecasting a persistent challenge.

The IntelliTrans-DAT iQ integration directly confronts these issues. Shippers moving commodities, oversized cargo, or other non-containerized goods can now access granular rate data relevant to their specific needs. This allows them to move beyond regional averages and gain insight into pricing for specialized lanes and equipment types, where capacity can be tight and rates fluctuate dramatically. For these shippers, the ability to accurately benchmark costs and forecast future expenses is not just a convenience—it's a critical competitive advantage that directly impacts their bottom line.

By combining a TMS built for the intricacies of multimodal bulk transport with a data engine that understands the nuances of market capacity and pricing, the partnership delivers a solution tailored to a historically underserved segment of the logistics industry. It empowers these specialized shippers to build more resilient carrier networks, optimize complex routes, and navigate spot market volatility with a degree of foresight that was previously unattainable.

The Roper Synergy Playbook in Action

This partnership is more than a simple technology integration; it is a clear manifestation of the corporate strategy of parent company Roper Technologies. By fostering collaboration between its distinct business units, Roper is unlocking value that extends beyond the capabilities of any single entity. The IntelliTrans-DAT alliance serves as a prime example of this synergy playbook, combining a specialized vertical software provider with a horizontal data and analytics powerhouse to create a uniquely comprehensive customer offering.

This approach is part of a broader trend within Roper’s portfolio, which is focused on acquiring and nurturing technology-driven companies. For instance, DAT's own strategic growth, including its acquisition of the Convoy automated freight-matching technology stack, signals a deep investment in leveraging AI and advanced data science to drive efficiency. By encouraging its subsidiaries to collaborate, Roper is building an interconnected ecosystem where the combined value is far greater than the sum of its parts.

For investors and market analysts, this move reinforces Roper's reputation as a strategic operator, not just a holding company. It demonstrates an ability to identify and execute on internal opportunities that strengthen its subsidiaries' market positions, drive innovation, and ultimately deliver enhanced, integrated solutions that competitors struggle to match.

Shifting the Competitive Landscape in Logistics Tech

The integrated IntelliTrans and DAT offering is poised to make significant waves in the competitive logistics technology market. In the freight intelligence space, DAT has long competed with platforms like Truckstop, but its strength has always been the depth and accuracy of its rate data. By embedding this best-in-class intelligence directly into a TMS, the partnership creates a powerful moat, making the data more actionable and sticky for the end-user.

For IntelliTrans, the integration elevates its TMS from a system of record and execution to a strategic decision-making engine. This enhancement provides a strong differentiator against other TMS providers, who may offer more limited native analytics or require costly and complex third-party integrations. The partnership exemplifies a key industry trend: the move away from fragmented, siloed systems toward unified platforms that provide a single source of truth for planning, execution, and analysis.

By reducing workflow friction and accelerating the speed of decision-making, the combined solution offers a compelling value proposition. Shippers are no longer just managing freight; they are equipped with the tools to proactively optimize their entire transportation strategy. This integration sets a new benchmark for what shippers should expect from their technology partners, providing the clarity and control needed to navigate the complexities of modern supply chains with confidence.