To join the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc.® (NMFTA)® LTL Benchmarking Group Program, you must be a less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier member. Spots are limited, and confidentiality is core—your data gets shared only in aggregated, anonymized form amongst other benchmarking peers.
Why Benchmarking Matters
Between volatile pricing, shrinking lanes, and rising costs, you need more than instincts. You need performance visibility. Benchmarking with NMFTA means:
- Planning with Clarity: Set measurable goals, track the right key performance indicators (KPIs), and align on what “performance” actually means for your business.
- Seeing Where You Really Stand: Compare your metrics against carriers just like you.
- Uncovering Improvement Levers: Spot areas where high-performing peers are winning, then apply their strategies to your operation.
| Quarterly Update | Discover More | Link to Update |
|---|---|---|
| Q4 2025 LTL Benchmarking Update | This expanded report delivers the earliest insights into the risks, adversary behaviors, and AI-accelerated fraud schemes that will define the year ahead. | Access Update |
| Q3 2025 LTL Benchmarking Update | The LTL industry continues to navigate an environment of uncertainty, shaped by fluctuating market conditions, evolving freight dynamics, and operational cost pressures. | Access Update |
Join the Program
Are you ready to see how you stack up against your peers?
Get the
Competitive Edge
By measuring your business against the right peers, you move beyond guesswork—toward growth, efficiency, and true competitive strength. You’ll gain:
- Better Hiring and Talent Retention: Share data-driven best practices for business-critical roles.
- Operational Clarity: Understand where inefficiencies live.
- Performance Targets: Set benchmarks based on real-world data.
- Strategic Direction: Align leadership on where to invest next.
Our Partnership with KSM Transport Advisors
KSM is a trusted advisor, backed by a legacy in finance and advisory services—and they know freight. Together, we offer benchmarking exclusively for the LTL industry that’s rigorous, insightful, and built for the business realities of LTL carriers.
Recent Insights & Performance Updates
Q2 2025 Performance: Margins held steady, volumes lagged, but participant carriers continue refining network strategies.
Q1 2025 Trends: Soft demand, rebalanced freight profiles, and renewed focus on margin protection emerged.
Pro Tip: Attend our Best Practice Meetings (held ~3× per year) to workshop strategies with peer execs and pricing leaders.
Ready to Boost Your Company’s Performance?
No need to leave your company’s success to chance. Express interest in joining the NMFTA’s Benchmarking Group today and take the next step toward improving your company’s performance and gaining valuable industry insights.
For more information, fill out the form below.