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Freight Management That Puts You Back in Control of Cost, Carriers and Delivery Performance

For businesses spending $20,000 or more a month on domestic freight, DSA reviews your current freight profile, carrier performance and pricing, and shows you where cost, service and reporting can improve. We manage the freight network on your behalf: carriers, contracts, reporting and the monthly review, not just the advice.

Our Sydney-based team manages freight moving domestically both here in Australia and in New Zealand, with one point of contact and one set of reporting regardless of the lane.

Free Freight Profile Assessment

Innovative solutions for businesses managing large-scale freight.

Are you spending $20,000 or more per month on domestic freight plus more on your warehousing, 3PL or 4PL services?

Then you're in the right place.Distribution Solutions Australia (DSA) specialises in large-scale freight management, delivering tailored, data-driven logistics solutions to keep your supply chain efficient, integrated and high-performing.We work with businesses where freight isn't just a line item, it's a key part of operations.

From national shipping networks to complex, multi-carrier set-ups, our team brings freight management solutions for businesses that demand control, visibility and cost efficiency.

‍Our approach prioritises on-time delivery, cost efficiency and flexibility.
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Freight Management Built Around Business Outcomes Every freight movement sits inside a bigger picture: cost, carrier accountability and delivery performance. Here's what DSA manages on your behalf.

Freight Cost Management

Benchmarking, contract structure and rate review that keeps your freight spend under control, not just under a single provider's quote.

Carrier Management

One point of accountability across your whole carrier panel, instead of a separate relationship for every mode.

Delivery Performance

DIFOT tracked by lane and carrier, so a service slip gets caught before your customers notice it

Freight Analytics & Reporting

Monthly reporting on cost, service and carrier performance, not an annual summary

Invoice Management

Invoices checked against contracted rates before they're paid, not passed straight through

Distribution Management

National and international distribution coordinated as one network, not a set of separate bookings

A Consultative Approach to Freight

We view ourselves as consultants rather than brokers. Our priority is to build a comprehensive freight profile for your brand, allowing us to tailored a solution that fits your specific volume and service requirements. By outsourcing these complexities to an experienced partner, you gain access to a smarter freight management model that supports both local Sydney deliveries and national expansion.

A Freight Partner Who Delivers, Not Just Advises

DSA isn't a freight broker, and we're not a consultancy that hands you a report and leaves. We manage the carrier relationships, the contracts and the ongoing performance review directly, so the recommendations we make are the ones we're also accountable for delivering.

Freight Management, Measured by Business Outcomes

These aren't marketing numbers. They're what our customers see when freight is actively managed instead of just booked.

  • 14% average savings - through contract review, carrier benchmarking and invoice auditing, without cutting service.
  • 3M+ consignments managed per year - across carriers, states and modes, reported through one system.
  • 1,000+ invoice discrepancies identified each month - caught before they're paid, not after.
  • 10 hours saved per week - time your team gets back from not fielding tracking calls directly.

National and International Distribution Network

As a national freight company, DSA coordinates movements across Australia's major transport corridors and international gateways. Our network supports B2B enterprises that require dependable distribution between warehouses, retail hubs, and the end consumer.

Our network includes frequent routes servicing Sydney, which stands as a primary logistics anchor. By working with proven transport partners, we ensure your shipments move smoothly through every stage of the distribution process, whether they are arriving at the Sydney wharf or departing for Melbourne or Perth.

We support you every step of the way

Freight Management for Complex B2B Operations

DSA works with retail, industrial and wholesale businesses managing freight across multiple carriers, states and distribution points, not one-off consumer parcel jobs.
  • Retail - store and DC deliveries, seasonal volume swings and carrier performance that protects the customer experience at the last mile.
  • Industrial - heavier, higher-value freight where carrier reliability and claims handling carry more weight than speed alone.
  • Wholesale - recurring, high-volume distribution where consistent cost and service matter more than any single shipment.

Our logistics team acts as a bridge between your suppliers and customers, ensuring high performance across major business centres, particularly within the fast-paced Sydney market. Through intelligent route planning and cost management, our freight management services help your business scale without the traditional logistical hurdles.

Planning
  • Transport Management for B2B & B2C
  • Tailored Logistics Strategies
  • Data Analytics
  • Freight Profiling
Execution
  • Local Deliveries
  • Bulk Deliveries
  • DC Deliveries
  • Into Store Deliveries
  • Ad-hoc Deliveries
Monitoring & Control
  • Cost Monitoring
  • Proactive Consignment Monitoring
  • Reverse Logistics
  • Invoice Validation
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Real-time Tracking
  • Proof of Delivery Availability
Analytics & Reporting
  • DIFOT Reporting
  • Delivery Analysis
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Inquiry Management
  • Monthly Business Reviews
  • Voice of the Customer Reporting
DSA has transformed how we manage transport and logistics. The seamless integration and easy-to-use interface save us time and reduce errors. Their reporting gives us an in dept view of how we are performing when it comes to getting our goods delivered and how we can improve month on month.
Aaron
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GM - Print Industry
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Thinking About Changing Your Freight Provider?

You don't need to commit to switching to find out whether your current freight model could be doing more for you. Most of our customers start with a straightforward review, not a decision.
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Understand your current position

What you're paying, what you're getting, and how it compares to the market
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Identify the opportunity

Where cost, service or reporting gaps are actually costing you
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Build a practical path forward

With or without changing provider, based on what the review actually shows

What sets us apart

DSA offers unparalleled fulfilment solutions, combining flexibility, efficiency, and scalability to ensure your e-commerce operations run smoothly from order receipt to final delivery. We combine the best features of 3PL vs 4PL offerings to give you a complete advantage in your distribution model.

Integrated system for real-time visibility
Our platform seamlessly integrates with your existing systems, offering complete visibility of your inventory, order status, and shipping progress improving transparency and control over your supply chain. This is vital in any 4PL supply chain environment, ensuring synergy between multiple logistics partners.
Scalable solutions to match your growth
Our technology and infrastructure are designed to adapt, ensuring you can efficiently scale your operations as demand increases without compromising service quality or delivery speed. Whether you’re using 3PL warehouse solutions or a broader 4PL logistics approach, agility is built in.
Customised fulfilment for every order
Our fulfilment services are flexible and fully customisable, enabling us to tailor our processes to your specific requirements. From special packaging and handling instructions to bespoke shipping preferences, we ensure your fulfilment solution matches your exact needs. These customisation options apply to both 3PL services and integrated 4PL warehouse operations.
Dedicated support to ensure your success
Our team of experts is committed to providing continuous support and guidance, ensuring your fulfilment processes are optimised and running smoothly. With dedicated account managers, you’ll receive personalised assistance whenever you need it. Our knowledge covers 3PL vs 4PL best practices, helping you make strategic decisions.
Optimised multi-channel deliveries
By leveraging our multi-channel transportation and advanced routing technology, we deliver on our promise of fast and reliable service, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty. This allows us to merge 3PL services with high-level 4PL supply chain oversight so you always reach your consumers on time.
Advanced reporting & analytics
Track inventory performance, customer preferences, and fulfilment efficiency, allowing you to optimise your processes, reduce costs, and continuously improve service quality. We blend 4PL logistics data analyses with 3PL services performance metrics to give you a comprehensive view.
Distribution
Technology
Insight
Operations

Comprehensive Distribution Solutions, Built for the Future

Ensure your products get where they need to be with streamlined, efficient distribution solutions. Our network and expertise keep your supply chain moving smoothly.

Distribution
14%
Average savings with improved service and reduced cost
3M+
Consignments managed per year
1,000+
Carrier invoice discrepancies identified each month
10 hrs
Average reported time saved fielding customer tracking calls per week

Technology

Leverage cutting-edge logistics tools designed to optimise your operations and reduce costs. Integration and innovation are at the heart of our tech-driven approach.

Technology
95%
Average time reduced creating consignments
16 hrs
Average hours per week saved reconciling invoice
Multi-Carrier Management

Always select the best option with real-time price comparisons across all your carriers and services

Consign & Manifest

One-way-same-way dispatch process regardless of carrier weight

Tracking

Real-time tracking across every point of the shipment delivery journey

POD Storage

Pull up your PODs with one click and download with two clicks

Reporting

Dashboards and detailed reports to oversee your freight management operations

Insight

Make informed decisions with actionable insights derived from advanced data and analytics. Data, intelligence and insight are the heroes that define modern supply chain success. DSA helps you to harness each with power and speed, uncovering opportunities to enhance efficiencies and improve service therefore driving better value for every dollar spent on freight.

Insight
100%
Transaction Visibility, With No Stone Left Unturned
24/7
Data Control & Support
> 60%
Lower Connectivity Costs, See More & Save More

Operations

Achieve consistency and precision with our team of experts. We focus on reliability and adaptability to meet your business’s evolving needs.

Operations
10%
Boost in On-Time Deliveries via refined processes.
100%
Scalable Capacity Growth to handle demand spikes.
95.6%
Average DIFOT
Distribution

Comprehensive Logistics Solutions, Built for the Future

Ensure your products get where they need to be with streamlined, efficient distribution solutions. Our network and expertise keep your supply chain moving smoothly.

Distribution
14%
Average savings with improved service and reduced cost
3M+
Consignments managed per year
1,000+
Carrier invoice discrepancies identified each month
10 hrs
Average reported time saved fielding customer tracking calls per week
Technology
Multi-Carrier Management

Always select the best option with real-time price comparisons across all your carriers and services

Consign & Manifest

One-way-same-way dispatch process regardless of carrier rtqwe

Tracking

Real-time tracking across every point of the shipment delivery journey

POD Storage

Pull up your PODs with one click and download with two clicks

Reporting

Dashboards and detailed reports to oversee your freight management operations

Technology

Leverage cutting-edge logistics tools designed to optimize your operations and reduce costs. Integration and innovation are at the heart of our tech-driven approach.

Technology
95%
Average time reduced creating consignments
16 hrs
Average hours per week saved reconciling invoice
Insight

Insight

Make informed decisions with actionable insights derived from advanced data and analytics. Data, intelligence and insight are the heroes that define modern supply chain success. DSA helps you to harness each with power and speed, uncovering opportunities to enhance efficiencies and improve service therefore driving better value for every dollar spent on freight.

Insight
100%
Transaction Visibility, With No Stone Left Unturned
24/7
Data Control & Support
> 60%
Lower Connectivity Costs, See More & Save More
Operations

Operations

Achieve consistency and precision with our team of experts. We focus on reliability and adaptability to meet your business’s evolving needs.

Operations
10%
Boost in On-Time Deliveries via refined processes.
100%
Scalable Capacity Growth to handle demand spikes.
95.6%
Average DIFOT

Explore Flexible & Scalable Solutions

A full suite of solutions for every need

4PL Solutions
Integrate freight management with our e-commerce fulfillment services to ensure fast, reliable order processing and on-time delivery to your customers.
4PL Solutions
International
Expand your reach with global shipping solutions that connect directly to our freight management system, ensuring smooth and efficient international deliveries.
International
Supply Chain Consultancy
Expand your reach with global shipping solutions that connect directly to our freight management system, ensuring smooth and efficient international deliveries.
Supply Chain Consultancy

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of freight management services do you offer?

We provide a comprehensive range of freight management services, including carton and satchel freight for B2B, pallet and skid transport, full truck loads, air freight, and intermodal solutions. Our services are designed to cater to various shipping needs, ensuring that your goods are transported efficiently and reliably. Additionally, we offer dedicated run trucks and container cartage from wharf, allowing for tailored solutions that meet your specific logistics requirements.

How does your technology enhance logistics operations?

Our cutting-edge technology optimises logistics operations by providing real-time tracking, multi-carrier management, and advanced reporting capabilities. This integration allows businesses to compare prices across carriers, streamline dispatch processes, and monitor shipments at every stage. By leveraging data analytics, we help clients make informed decisions, reduce costs, and improve overall operational efficiency, ensuring that your supply chain remains competitive and responsive to market demands.

Can you explain the difference between 3PL and 4PL services?

3PL (Third-Party Logistics) focuses on providing logistics services such as transportation, warehousing, and distribution. In contrast, 4PL (Fourth-Party Logistics) offers a more integrated approach, managing the entire supply chain process, including 3PL services, and acting as a single point of contact for clients. 4PL providers often leverage advanced technology and analytics to optimise logistics strategies, making them ideal for businesses looking for comprehensive supply chain solutions that enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

What support do you offer for international shipping?

We provide tailored support for international shipping, ensuring that your products are delivered efficiently across borders. Our services include customs clearance, documentation assistance, and real-time tracking of shipments. We work closely with global partners to facilitate smooth logistics operations, helping businesses expand their reach while maintaining compliance with international regulations. Our goal is to simplify the complexities of global shipping, allowing you to focus on growing your business.

How do you ensure on-time delivery?

We prioritise on-time delivery through a combination of advanced planning, real-time monitoring, and proactive communication. Our logistics team utilises data analytics to optimise routes and manage potential disruptions. By implementing a robust tracking system, we can monitor shipments at every stage, allowing us to address any issues promptly. Our commitment to operational excellence ensures that your goods arrive at their destination on schedule, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.

What is your approach to cost efficiency in logistics?

Our approach to cost efficiency involves leveraging technology to streamline operations and reduce unnecessary expenses. We analyse shipping routes, consolidate shipments, and utilise multi-carrier management to ensure that clients receive the best rates available. Additionally, our data-driven insights help identify areas for improvement, allowing businesses to optimise their logistics processes. By focusing on efficiency, we help clients achieve significant savings while maintaining high service quality.

How can I get started with your logistics services?

Getting started with our logistics services is simple. You can reach out to us through our website's contact form or directly via email. Our team will assess your specific needs and provide tailored solutions that align with your business objectives. We offer a consultation to discuss your logistics challenges and how our services can help streamline your operations. Let us partner with you to enhance your supply chain efficiency and effectiveness.

What is a freight solution?

A freight solution encompasses a range of services and strategies designed to manage the transportation of goods efficiently from origin to destination. This includes everything from carrier selection and route optimisation to real-time tracking, warehousing, and customs clearance. The goal is to streamline the supply chain, reduce costs, and ensure timely and reliable delivery for businesses of all sizes.

How much is freight per km in Australia?

The cost of freight per kilometre in Australia varies significantly based on several factors, including the type of goods, volume, weight, urgency, chosen mode of transport (road, rail, air, sea), specific route, and the carrier. Due to these variables, providing a single per-kilometre rate is not feasible. We recommend contacting us directly for a tailored quote based on your specific freight requirements.

What are the four types of freight?

While freight can be categorised in many ways, common distinctions often include: 1. Full  Truckload(FTL): When a shipment occupies an entire truck. 2. Less Than Truckload (LTL): When a shipment does not require a full truck and shares space with other shipments. 3. Air Freight: Goods transported by air, typically for urgent or high-value items. 4. Ocean/Sea Freight: Goods transported by sea, often for large volumes or heavy items over long distances.

Is freight insurance necessary?

Freight insurance is highly recommended, though not always legally mandatory. It protects against financial losses due to damage, loss, or theft of goods during transit. While carriers have limited liability, freight insurance provides comprehensive coverage, offering peace of mind and safeguarding your investment against unforeseen circumstances that can occur in the supply chain.

What qualifies as freight?

Freight generally refers to goods, cargo, or products that are being transported commercially from one place to another. This can include raw materials, finished products, parcels, pallets, containers, and bulk commodities. Essentially, anything moved by a commercial carrier, whether by road, rail, air, or sea, for business purposes, qualifies as freight.

Find Out What Your Freight Operation Could Be Doing Better

Already have a freight provider? That's exactly where this starts. We'll review your current freight profile, benchmark it against the market, and show you where cost, service or reporting could improve.