Q4 2025
DSDC Quarterly Newsletter
The National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA)™ Digital Standards Development Council (DSDC)™ Newsletter is your one-stop shop for the latest news and insights on full truckload (FTL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) digitalization and supply chain transformation.
Editor's Note
What's Next on the DSDC API Roadmap
There’s a lot of progress happening across our standards development work! The LTL In-Transit API Standard is on track to be ready for review in the first half of November, giving the industry an early look at the next step in shipment visibility. Meanwhile, the FTL workshops continue to make strong headway on their standards, and the LTL team has started defining the new Documentation API Standards, beginning with a one-page overview to set the direction for what’s next.
Keith Peterson
Vice President of Operations, NMFTA
NMFTA Staff Liaison, DSDC
Your DSDC Membership Meeting is Heading to Manifest 2026
Mark your calendars! For the first time ever, the DSDC will gather at Manifest in Las Vegas for the inaugural annual DSDC Membership Meeting. Join leaders from across LTL and FTL to define the next wave of freight‑tech standards. Manifest registration and attendance are required to attend the meeting.
Please note: With the NMFTA exclusive discount, the price to attend Manifest Vegas 2026 is just $1,895 ($200 off the NMFTA Partner Code).
Spotlight Story
DSDC Joined the Conversation at IANA EXPO
Catch highlights from the conversation at the 2025 IANA EXPO in Long Beach, CA featuring Curtis Spencer of Bloodhound Tracking Device and Keith Peterson of NMFTA. Together, they explore the future of cargo security, advanced tracking technology, and how the Digital Standards Development Council (DSDC) is building a common API language to connect carriers, shippers, 3PLs, and tech providers across the industry.
Highlights from DSDC at the NMFTA Fall Meeting
At the 2025 NMFTA Fall Meeting, the DSDC team shared several important updates on ongoing standards work. The FTL workshops continue to make strong progress as development moves forward, while efforts on the LTL front are also gaining momentum. Together, these initiatives are helping advance the industry’s digital standards and set the stage for even greater collaboration across modes.
Council News
Did You Hear? NMFTA Has Assumed Management of the SSC
NMFTA took over management of the Scheduling Standards Consortium (SSC), putting it at the center of fixing freight scheduling inefficiencies. See what this means for the industry and how it impacts your business.
FTL eBOL API and Invoice/ Documentation API Standards
The FTL eBOL and Invoice/Documentation API Standards are nearing the finish line and will be available for public review soon. These updates mark another important step toward greater consistency and connectivity across freight transactions. Keep an eye out for the official release—more details are on the way!
API Updates
Know Your Freight Costs Upfront—No Surprises
The Preliminary Freight Charges API Standard lets you spot billing adjustments before the invoice shows up—saving you from disputes and surprise costs. The sooner you start using it, the faster you’ll gain that first-mover edge your competitors will wish they had.
Still Missing an API? Download Pickup Request Now
The Pickup Request and Visibility API Standard is bringing a smarter, faster way to work across the LTL freight ecosystem. Say goodbye to clunky workflows and hello to real-time updates, streamlined communication, and next-level visibility. This standard is built to power seamless collaboration from shipper to carrier to consignee.
In Case You Missed It
Q&A: Why You Should Join the DSDC at Manifest 2026
Find out exactly why joining the DSDC at Manifest 2026 is a can’t-miss opportunity. Learn exactly why being part of this collective can help you stay ahead of industry shifts, make meaningful connections, and contribute to setting the standards everyone will adopt.
EDI vs API in Trucking: Why It's Time to Embrace API Standards
APIs are transforming trucking right now, and clinging to EDI will slow you down. Read the article below and see how APIs cut errors, speed up operations, and give you the competitive edge.
Why Freight Scheduling is Still Broken and What to Do About It
Freight scheduling is still broken—and it’s costing the industry time and money. Learn exactly how the DSDC is tackling the problem and what solutions are on the horizon.
Upcoming Events
Manifest 2026
February 9-11, 2025 | Las Vegas, NV | DSDC Membership Meeting
Join us for Manifest 2026, where the entire supply chain and logistics ecosystem converges to showcase next-gen innovation and connect with industry leaders. This is the go-to event if you're looking to stay ahead of the curve, spark new partnerships, and see what’s coming next.
PLUS: With the NMFTA exclusive discount, the price to attend Manifest Vegas 2026 is just $1895 ($200 off the NMFTA Partner Code).
NMFTA 2026 Spring Meeting
March 8-10, 2026 | Savannah, GA
Don’t miss the NMFTA 2026 Spring Meeting—it’s your chance to engage face-to-face with the people shaping the future of freight and logistics. Carriers, tech providers, or simply passionate about industry standards, this is one event you’ll want to have on your radar.
Please Note: Attendance is limited to NMFTA Carrier Members. Any officer, owner, or employee of a motor carrier who is a member of NMFTA can register.
Freight Digitization in the News
Trucking Standards Group Takes Control of Truckload Scheduling Consortium
The trucking industry is taking a big step toward streamlined scheduling! Read this deep dive into how the Digital Standards Development Council (DSDC) is taking the lead on the Truckload Scheduling Consortium—a move that could reshape coordination across carriers, shippers, and logistics providers.
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No More Lost Freight Data: How APIs Are
Saving Millions
NMFTA’s Keith Peterson and Farooq Huda of Worldwide Express join the Freight Coach to talk about how the Digital Standards Development Council (DSDC) is changing the game for freight tech!
NMFTA Debuts Freight Charges API Standard
NMFTA’s new freight standard could be a game-changer for how cargo moves and communicates across systems. Learn how this development could streamline logistics, improve interoperability, and impact your operations.
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What Is the Digital Standards Development Council?
In partnership with the National Motor Freight Traffic Association’s Digital Standards Development Council (DSDC), the Digital LTL Council and Full Truckload Council bring together shippers, carriers, logistics and freight technology companies to create a unified set of API standards that streamline the freight shipping process.