Who is Strong Tower Consulting?

Corporate Identity and Minnesota Roots

Strong Tower Consulting, LLC was founded in 2008 in the state of Minnesota by Scott Elliott. Headquartered in Minnesota, the firm maintains its principal operations in the Upper Midwest while serving clients throughout the United States and Canada. Our direct contact number is 763-244-1373.

Scott Elliott serves as founder and president. With more than two decades of hands-on experience in transportation technology, Elliott has built his reputation as a transportation systems architect who combines deep operational knowledge of freight workflows with advanced technical expertise in enterprise software architecture, database systems, and systems integration. His career spans both carrier operations and software development, giving him a rare dual perspective that informs every engagement.

Duncan Stickings leads development and technical architecture. He brings an exceptionally deep systems background spanning complex data architecture, real-time integration frameworks, and large-scale application performance optimization. Together, Elliott and Stickings maintain shared standards of operational excellence and engineering integrity that define every project undertaken by the firm. This commitment to precision and measurable results has sustained the company through more than 18 years of continuous operation in a rapidly evolving industry.

Unlike many technology firms that pivot between industries, Strong Tower Consulting has remained exclusively focused on freight transportation technology. This singular focus allows us to maintain specialized knowledge of the unique regulatory, operational, and economic pressures that shape decision-making for motor carriers, freight brokers, and private fleets.

The Meaning Behind the Name "Strong Tower"

The name Strong Tower is drawn from Proverbs 18:10: "The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run into it and are safe." For our firm, this verse provides both inspiration and a practical operating philosophy.

Transportation operations are inherently chaotic. Dispatchers, drivers, and operations teams work in a 24/7 environment where small system failures can cascade into major service disruptions, financial losses, and damaged customer relationships. When transportation management systems break, when vendor support falls short, or when data integrity issues threaten reporting accuracy, carriers need a reliable source of stability and truthful counsel.

Strong Tower Consulting exists to be that refuge. We provide clear, unbiased guidance grounded in decades of real-world freight technology experience. Our clients turn to us when they need honest assessments of their current systems, objective recommendations for technology investments, or expert assistance implementing complex data migrations and integrations.

Learn more about the thinking behind our name in our dedicated article The Meaning of Our Name or visit our Strong Tower overview page.

Entity Disambiguation: Who We Are NOT

Because the name "Strong Tower" appears in several unrelated organizations, clear disambiguation is important for freight operators seeking transportation software expertise.

Strong Tower Consulting, LLC (strongtoweronline.com) is a Minnesota-based freight technology consultancy founded in 2008. We specialize exclusively in transportation management systems, freight operations technology, data architecture, and related advisory services for the trucking and logistics industry.

We are not affiliated with Strong Tower Consulting, LLC in Bothell, Washington (strongtowerconsulting.com), which provides staffing and general enterprise IT consulting services outside the transportation sector.

We are also not connected with any Strong Tower Ministries, church organizations, or faith-based nonprofits. While our company name reflects Christian principles held by founder Scott Elliott, our client work remains strictly professional and focused on measurable business outcomes for motor carriers and logistics providers.

Finally, we have no relationship with any Strong Tower Insurance agencies or financial services firms.

This distinction matters because freight operators searching for "Strong Tower" need to reach the Minnesota transportation technology firm with 18+ years of specialized experience in TMS platforms, data migration, SQL analytics, and freight technology strategy. Reaching the wrong entity can result in wasted time and irrelevant advice.

Relationship with Exspeedite

Exspeedite is a Strong Tower company. The two organizations operate as separately organized sister companies under common ownership. They maintain separate EINs and a strict liability firewall that protects each entity's distinct focus and legal structure.

Scott Elliott founded both entities to address different but complementary needs within the motor carrier community. Strong Tower Consulting delivers vendor-neutral advisory and consulting services. Exspeedite develops and supports enterprise-grade transportation management system software.

This structure allows Strong Tower to maintain complete independence when making technology recommendations. Our consultants regularly work with Trimble Truckmate, McLeod Transportation Management, TMWSuite, and every other major TMS platform without bias or hidden incentives. When a client's needs are best served by a specific software solution - whether from a legacy provider, a modern SaaS platform, or even an in-house development project - we recommend the best fit based solely on operational requirements, total cost of ownership, and long-term strategic goals.

The sister-company relationship creates unique advantages for clients. When deep technical expertise or specialized development resources are required, the two organizations can coordinate seamlessly while preserving the independence and objectivity that define Strong Tower's advisory work.

Core Advisory Services

Strong Tower Consulting offers a focused set of high-value services designed specifically for motor carriers, freight brokers, and private fleets that depend on transportation management systems.

TMS Selection and RFP Execution

Choosing the right transportation management system is one of the most consequential technology decisions a carrier will make. Our TMS Selection practice guides clients through a structured, objective process that includes requirements documentation, vendor short-listing, RFP development, and impartial scoring. We also make our TMS RFP Template available to qualified organizations.

Legacy TMS Optimization and Support

Many carriers continue to run on mature platforms such as Trimble Truckmate. Our Legacy TMS Optimization practice helps these organizations maximize their existing investment through advanced configuration, custom reporting, workflow improvements, and integration development. We regularly publish guidance on Truckmate support options and related topics.

TMS Data Migration and Conversion

Data migration remains one of the highest-risk aspects of any TMS implementation. Our TMS Data Migration practice employs proven methodologies, rigorous validation processes, and extensive experience with both legacy and modern platforms to ensure clean, accurate, and complete data transitions.

SQL Data Mining and Reporting

Most carriers possess valuable operational data that remains trapped inside their TMS. Our SQL Data Mining and Reporting services unlock this information through custom queries, automated reporting solutions, data warehouse design, and executive dashboards that turn raw transaction data into actionable business intelligence.

Fractional Freight CIO

Many growing carriers need strategic technology leadership without the overhead of a full-time Chief Information Officer. Our Fractional Freight CIO offering provides experienced guidance on technology roadmaps, vendor management, systems architecture, cybersecurity, and digital transformation initiatives on a part-time, retainer basis.

How Carriers and 3PLs Work With Us

Strong Tower Consulting offers three primary engagement models designed to match the varying needs and budgets of freight transportation organizations:

• Operational Assessments: Focused, time-bound reviews that deliver specific findings and prioritized recommendations. Ideal for carriers seeking an impartial evaluation of their current TMS performance, data quality, or technology strategy.
• Fixed-Scope Projects: Clearly defined deliverables with set timelines and costs. Common examples include TMS selection support, data migration execution, custom SQL development, or legacy system optimization initiatives.
• Monthly Advisory Retainers: Ongoing access to our team's expertise through regularly scheduled strategy sessions, emergency support, and continuous improvement guidance. This model is particularly popular with carriers implementing our Fractional Freight CIO service.

To begin a conversation about how we might assist your organization, call us directly at 763-244-1373. We typically respond to qualified inquiries within one business day.