Owner-Operator Dispatch Services: A Complete Guide

As an owner-operator, your time is split between driving and running a business. Dispatch services help you focus on what you do best while someone else handles load searching and negotiations.

A good dispatch service for owner-operators understands that you have preferences: home time, preferred lanes, equipment limitations, and revenue goals.

Pricing typically falls into two models: percentage-based (5-10% of gross) or flat weekly fees. Each has advantages depending on your volume and consistency.

When evaluating dispatch services, ask about their communication style, how they handle problems, and what support they provide beyond just finding loads.

The best dispatch relationships feel like a partnership. Your dispatcher should know your truck, your preferences, and your goals as well as you do.