Allied Logistics

What Allied Logistics does

Allied Logistics, Inc. is a privately held, founder-owned third-party logistics (3PL) provider headquartered in Decatur, Georgia, founded in 2004 by Milton Kirby, a Certified Public Accountant. The company operates as an integrated logistics platform combining domestic transportation (truckload, less-than-truckload, heavy haul, specialized equipment, expedited), international import/export services (FCL, LCL, LCL consolidations, cargo insurance), more than 350,000 square feet of warehousing with real-time inventory tracking, industrial and administrative staffing, and a dedicated Concierge Customer Care (CCC) Division equipped with a proprietary Transportation Management System and CRM. Revenue is generated primarily through transaction fees on freight movements, managed-services fees for warehousing and storage, and professional-services fees for staffing and analytical cost-savings engagements, with quote-based, customer-specific pricing rather than published rate cards.

The company sells through a hybrid go-to-market motion combining direct sales (phone, email, web inquiry) targeting manufacturing, distribution, and government accounts with an Affiliate Agent Program that recruits independent freight brokers who leverage Allied's 22,000+ carrier network, custom TMS, and back-office support (compliance, credit checks, carrier settlements). It holds US Small Business Administration Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) certification, enabling preferential access to federal government logistics contracts through the SAM procurement system, and it markets aggressively through regional and national minority supplier development councils and chambers of commerce. The named customer base spans enterprise shippers (Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Caterpillar Financial, AGL Resources, ACH Food Companies) alongside a long tail of mid-market and SMB industrial customers across equipment distribution, coatings, building materials, food/ingredients, and clothing.

Name

Allied Logistics

Legal name

Allied Logistics, Inc.

Website

https://allied-logistics.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Allied Logistics is a privately held, founder-owned third-party logistics provider offering transportation, warehousing, import/export, staffing, and government logistics services, with an in-house TMS and a 22,000+ carrier network. It serves enterprise, mid-market, and SMB customers across manufacturing, distribution, and government sectors from its Decatur, Georgia headquarters.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Third-Party Logistics (3PL)

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510), Freight Transportation Arrangement (4885), General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance, Truckload (484121)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731), Trucking & Courier Services (No Air) (4210)

akta.pro primary industry

Integrated 3PL Contract Logistics (Multi-Service) (TLAIAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Non-Asset-Based 3PL Services (TLAIAAAN), Freight Brokerage (Truckload/LTL/Intermodal) (TLAIAEAC)

Keywords

• Third-party logistics
• Freight transportation
• Warehousing services
• Import export logistics
• Industrial staffing

Headquarters

HQ city

Decatur

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Transportation Services: Truckload (TL), Less-Than-Truckload (LTL), heavy haul, specialized equipment, and expedited transport services. Revenue generated through freight charges based on shipment size, distance, and service requirements.
2. Warehousing and Storage: More than 350,000 square feet of warehouse space offered as public and contract warehousing. Services include cross docking, order fulfillment, pick & pack, light assembly, distribution, and data management services.
3. Industrial and Administrative Staffing: Permanent, temporary, contract-to-hire, and short-term labor placement for manufacturing, assembly, distribution, and administrative roles. Revenue generated through staffing fees and markup on labor rates.
4. Import/Export Services: Full Container Load (FCL), Less Than Container Load (LCL), LCL consolidations, cargo insurance, and personal effects shipping for international supply chain needs.
5. Cost Savings Analysis Services: Concierge Customer Care division provides business intelligence and analytical process to identify cost savings opportunities. Generates savings in double-digit percentages for clients.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Allied Logistics is a third-party logistics (3PL) provider offering comprehensive supply chain solutions including domestic and international freight transportation (Truckload, LTL, Heavy Haul, Specialized Equipment, Expedited), import/export shipping (FCL, LCL, consolidations, cargo insurance), 350,000+ square feet of warehousing with real-time inventory tracking, and industrial and administrative staffing services for manufacturing, distribution, and government customers.

Product overview

Allied Logistics is a third-party logistics (3PL) provider offering a comprehensive suite of supply chain solutions. The company operates as a unified platform combining transportation services (Truckload, LTL, Heavy Haul, Specialized Equipment, Expedited Transport), international import/export services (FCL, LCL, consolidations), warehousing (350,000+ sq ft with real-time tracking), staffing solutions (industrial and administrative), and a dedicated Concierge Customer Care division with custom TMS and CRM systems. Additional offerings include Government Solutions (SDB certified) and an Affiliate Agent Program for freight brokers. The company leverages strategic alliances and a network of 22,000+ carriers to deliver customized logistics solutions across domestic and international markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Concierge Customer Care (CCC) Division: A dedicated division of Allied Logistics comprising customer-centric trained CCC Agents, led by a Chief Customer Officer, equipped with custom Transportation Management System (TMS) and CRM. Focuses on delivering differentiated customer experiences and identifying cost savings opportunities for clients through freight transportation analysis.

Products and services

• Transportation Services Full-service domestic and international transportation including Truckload (TL), LTL Volume Shipping, Heavy Haul, Specialized Equipment, and Expedited Transport services across North America. Designed for businesses needing flexible, single-source freight capacity.
• Import/Export Services International supply chain solutions offering Full Container Load (FCL) shipping, Less Than Container Load (LCL) shipping, LCL consolidations, cargo insurance, and personal effects shipping for businesses and individuals moving goods across borders.
• Warehousing Offsite warehousing with 350,000+ square feet of storage space, featuring state-of-the-art tracking technology, modern material handling equipment, and real-time inventory management. Supports public warehousing, contract warehousing, cross docking, order fulfillment, light assembly, and distribution.
• Industrial Staffing Permanent, temporary, contract-to-hire, and short-term labor solutions for high volume production, assembly, manufacturing, and distribution facilities, with multi-layer screening including background checks, drug screening, and reference verification.
• Administrative Staffing Office management, administrative, finance, and accounting professionals for interim and project-based work, including recent college graduates for transition to permanent positions.
• Concierge Customer Care (CCC) Dedicated customer service division equipped with custom Transportation Management System (TMS) and CRM, offering differentiated customer experiences, B2B outreach, and a four-part Comprehensive Freight Transportation Analysis for identifying cost savings in client freight operations.
• Government Solutions SBA Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) certified logistics services for US government shippers, logisticians, and contractors, including transportation, warehousing, and import/export from government facilities, bases, and depots worldwide. Procureable through SAM, credit cards, and purchase orders.
• Affiliate Agent Program Freight agent partnership program providing operational support, competitive commission payouts, industry-leading software, training, and access to a 22,000+ carrier network, with back-office services including customer setup, legal counsel, credit checks, and claims handling for independent freight agents and brokers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Double-digit percentage freight savings for clients through Comprehensive Freight Transportation Analysis
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Atlanta Business LeagueminorOthersCommunity membership organization supporting local business development. Allied participates as a member for community engagement and business networking opportunities.
• Dekalb Chamber of CommerceminorOthersLocal chamber of commerce for Dekalb County, Georgia. Allied maintains membership for regional business connections and community involvement.
• Georgia Mentor Protege ConnectionminorOthersState program connecting small businesses with mentors. Allied participates for business development and mentorship opportunities.
• Georgia Minority Supplier Development CouncilminorOthersOrganization dedicated to expanding business opportunities for minority-owned companies in Georgia. Allied maintains membership as a minority supplier.
• Metro Atlanta Chamber of CommerceminorOthersRegional chamber of commerce serving the Atlanta metropolitan area. Allied participates for networking and regional business development.
• National Minority Supplier Development CouncilminorOthersNational organization connecting minority-owned businesses with corporate procurement opportunities. Allied holds membership for national minority supplier certification and procurement access.
• South Dekalb Business AssociationminorOthersLocal business association serving South Dekalb County. Allied maintains membership for community engagement.
• Tucker Business AssociationminorOthersLocal business organization for Tucker, Georgia businesses. Allied participates for regional networking.
• Youth Enhancement ServicesminorOthersNonprofit organization focused on youth development. Allied supports through community involvement and services.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Worldwide Express: Third-party logistics provider and freight brokerage with a strong agent/affiliate distribution model. Closely comparable to Allied's go-to-market in combining an agent-recruiting channel with multi-mode transportation services for SMB and mid-market shippers.
• Coyote Logistics: Asset-light freight brokerage and 3PL now owned by UPS that arranges TL, LTL, and intermodal capacity. Compares to Allied because both operate agent/network-driven capacity models and serve shippers needing outsourced transportation management.
• Hub Group: Intermodal and logistics 3PL combining asset-based rail/intermodal capacity with brokerage and dedicated services. Comparable to Allied in offering multi-service 3PL to enterprise shippers, though at significantly larger scale and with owned assets.
• Echo Global Logistics: Non-asset 3PL providing TL, LTL, and intermodal brokerage with proprietary TMS technology — closely analogous to Allied's brokerage-plus-TMS model. Targets mid-market and enterprise shippers across manufacturing, retail, and consumer goods, mirroring Allied's customer segmentation.
• Landstar System: Asset-light freight broker and 3PL that builds capacity almost entirely through independent agent owners — directly comparable to Allied's Affiliate Agent Program. Both lean on a large owner-operator/carrier network and address SMB-to-enterprise truckload and LTL shippers.
• BlueGrace Logistics: Asset-light freight brokerage and 3PL built on a franchise/agent distribution model similar to Allied's Affiliate Agent Program. Targets SMB and mid-market shippers with TL, LTL, and managed transportation services.

Broad incumbents

• NFI Industries: Family-owned, asset-based 3PL offering dedicated transportation, warehousing, brokerage, and global logistics. Comparable to Allied as a privately held diversified 3PL with owned DC capacity plus non-asset brokerage services for enterprise and mid-market customers.
• RXO, Inc. Large publicly traded freight brokerage spin-off from XPO providing TL, LTL, last-mile, and managed transportation. Represents the larger incumbent that competes with Allied for enterprise brokerage RFPs, with stronger technology and balance sheet.
• ArcBest Corporation: Integrated logistics company combining asset-based LTL (ABF Freight) with truckload brokerage, managed transportation, and supply chain services. Comparable as a multi-mode 3PL with both asset and non-asset capabilities serving enterprise shippers.
• XPO, Inc. Global broad-line 3PL offering truck brokerage, last-mile, and managed transport across North America and Europe. Competes with Allied at the enterprise end of the market with deeper capacity and digital procurement tooling.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/alliedlogistics
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/allied-logistics-inc.

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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