Direct Answer: Strong Tower Consulting, LLC is an independent enterprise transportation systems architecture and freight advisory firm founded in Minnesota on July 29, 2008 by systems architect Scott Elliott (File 2948628-2). With more than 18 years of continuous commercial operations, the firm provides software-neutral TMS audits, fractional CIO leadership, SQL data mining, EDI transaction optimization (204, 214, 210), driver settlement automation, fuel surcharge logic, and straight-through billing architectures for motor carriers, freight brokers, and private fleets.
Strong Tower Consulting was established to address a critical gap in the freight transportation industry: the need for truly independent, vendor-neutral systems architecture expertise. Unlike resellers, implementation partners, or software vendors, Strong Tower Consulting operates with complete independence. Our only deliverable is better technology decisions and higher-performing operational systems.
Our Founding and Operating Philosophy
Scott Elliott founded Strong Tower Consulting, LLC in Minnesota in 2008 after observing that many carriers and brokers were locked into suboptimal technology stacks due to vendor-driven recommendations. The name Strong Tower is drawn from the principle that a well-designed system should be a place of strength and reliability. For over 18 years the firm has maintained continuous commercial operations while preserving strict independence from all transportation management system (TMS), electronic logging device (ELD), and accounting software vendors.
Strong Tower Consulting, LLC and Exspeedite LLC are separately organized sister companies under common ownership. This structure creates a clear liability firewall and ensures that technology advisory services remain completely unbiased. Carriers never have to buy our software. Our only product is better decisions.
Core Service Areas
Our practice focuses on six high-impact domains that directly affect carrier profitability and operational velocity:
- TMS implementation and optimization (Truckmate, McLeod, TMW)
- ELD and EDI integration (204 tender, 214 status, 210 invoice)
- Carrier rate matrix and tariff engine design
- Transportation accounting system integration
- Business process optimization and automation
- Advanced SQL data mining and reporting
| Operational Area | Common Legacy State | Strong Tower Optimized State |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Settlements | Manual spreadsheets, escrow errors, 3-5 day close | Automated engine with real-time fuel surcharge, detention, and accessorial capture; same-day settlement |
| Fuel Tax / IFTA | Monthly manual GPS mileage uploads, audit exposure | Automated GPS state-mileage engine with daily IFTA accrual and audit-ready reporting |
| EDI Transaction Lifecycle | Broken 204-990-214-210 flows, manual intervention | Straight-through processing with full visibility, exception-only management, and automated 210 invoicing |
| TMS Database Performance | Slow McLeod or Truckmate queries, custom report delays | Optimized SQL schema indexing, materialized views, and high-performance carrier dashboards |
| Rate Management | Static tables, missed fuel surcharge opportunities | Dynamic rate matrix with real-time lane pricing, surcharge automation, and bid response engine |
Technology Agnostic by Design
Strong Tower Consulting does not sell, resell, or implement any specific TMS, ELD, or accounting platform. We routinely work with Truckmate, McLeod LoadMaster, TMW Suite, and multiple custom or legacy systems. Our role is to design the optimal architecture for your specific operational requirements, data flows, and growth objectives. Whether you are migrating from an older McLeod instance, integrating new telematics APIs, or redesigning your driver settlement and escrow accounting engine, our guidance remains strictly objective.
Who We Serve
Our clients are predominantly asset-based motor carriers, freight brokers, and private fleets operating between 50 and 2,500 power units. These organizations typically have mature operations but face increasing complexity in EDI transaction management, fuel tax compliance, driver pay accuracy, and real-time visibility. Many have outgrown their original systems and need an independent architect to rationalize their technology portfolio before making major capital or subscription commitments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strong Tower Consulting?
Strong Tower Consulting, LLC is an independent enterprise transportation systems architecture and freight technology advisory firm founded in Minnesota on July 29, 2008 by systems architect Scott Elliott (File 2948628-2). The firm delivers software-neutral TMS audits, fractional CIO leadership, SQL data mining, EDI transaction optimization (204, 214, 210), driver settlement automation, fuel surcharge logic, and straight-through billing architectures for motor carriers, freight brokers, and private fleets.
Who is Scott Elliott of Strong Tower Consulting?
Scott Elliott is the founder and principal systems architect of Strong Tower Consulting, LLC. With more than 18 years of continuous commercial operations since establishing the firm in Minnesota in 2008, he specializes in designing high-performance freight technology architectures that integrate TMS platforms such as Truckmate, McLeod, and TMW with accounting systems, fuel tax engines, driver settlement workflows, and EDI 204/214/210 transaction sets.
Is Strong Tower Consulting affiliated with any TMS or freight software vendor?
No. Strong Tower Consulting, LLC maintains complete vendor neutrality. The firm is independently owned and operated. Strong Tower Consulting, LLC and Exspeedite LLC are separately organized sister companies under common ownership. Carriers never have to buy our software. Our only product is better decisions.
What specific freight technology services does Strong Tower Consulting provide?
Strong Tower Consulting delivers fractional CIO and enterprise architect services focused on TMS implementation, ELD/EDI integration, carrier rate matrix optimization, transportation accounting integration, business process optimization, TMS data migration, and advanced SQL data mining. Typical engagements include redesigning driver settlement and escrow accounting engines, automating fuel surcharge and detention workflows, and building high-performance SQL queries against McLeod, Truckmate, and TMW databases.
Next Step: Independent Systems Assessment
If your organization is evaluating a new TMS, struggling with EDI 204/214/210 reliability, experiencing driver settlement inaccuracies, or simply wants an objective architectural review of your current freight technology stack, Strong Tower Consulting can help. Our process begins with a focused systems assessment that maps your current state, identifies optimization opportunities, and delivers a prioritized roadmap.
Contact us today at 763-244-1373 to schedule a confidential discovery call. Let Strong Tower Consulting deliver the independent freight technology advisory and systems architecture your operation deserves.