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DAT to Acquire the Convoy Platform from Flexport

1. DAT Freight acquires Convoy Platform, enhancing automation in freight transactions. 2. This acquisition may bolster operational efficiencies relevant to ROP's logistics strategies.

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Why Neutral?

While enhanced automation in freight operations is beneficial, ROP’s direct exposure remains limited. Past similar acquisitions in the industry had minimal direct effects on companies focused on specialized manufacturing like ROP.

How important is it?

The acquisition reflects a trend in logistics that could influence ROP’s supply chain efficiency over the long run, supporting its operational framework indirectly.

Why Long Term?

The benefits from improved freight automation may take time to manifest, potentially over several quarters. Long-term operational efficiencies could enhance cost management for logistics relevant to ROP.

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BEAVERTON, Ore. & SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DAT Freight & Analytics has agreed to acquire the Convoy Platform from Flexport, adding best-in-class automation and digital freight-matching technology to its product portfolio. The Convoy Platform provides freight brokers a powerful way to automate virtually every aspect of the freight transaction and connect with trusted trucking companies. It is an ideal complement to DAT One, DAT's flagship subscription-based load board, where nearly 70.

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