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May 25, 202612 min readSusan LeGrice

Owner-Operator vs Employee Driver: The Real Cost Breakdown for Moving Companies

1099 owner-operators or W-2 employee drivers? The decision affects your insurance, taxes, workers' comp, dispatch control, and the IRS classification audit risk that comes with the wrong call. A working breakdown with real numbers.

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Compliance and Regulations

May 25, 202611 min readSarah Nordblom

DOT Medical Card and Driver Qualifications for Moving Companies

Every interstate moving company has to keep medical cards, MVRs, drug-and-alcohol records, and a complete Driver Qualification file for every driver. Here's exactly what FMCSA requires, how the exam works, and what gets you fined.

Tips and Guides

May 25, 202612 min readSarah Nordblom

Truck Breakdown Playbook: Roadside Contingency Plans for Moving Companies

A truck breakdown mid-move is going to happen — the question is whether your team has a 20-minute recovery plan or a four-hour disaster. Here's the playbook: prevention, decision tree, customer communication, and who pays for what.

Business Growth

May 22, 20269 min readSusan LeGrice

Elromco vs MoveitPro Pricing Explained: When $99/mo Costs You More

MoveitPro starts at $99 a month. Elromco starts at $289. On the sticker, MoveitPro wins. Once you cross 3 office users, the math flips — and the gap widens fast.

Product Updates

Apr 11, 20265 min readSusan LeGrice

Product Update: Crew Portal Gets Shift Confirmation and Route Optimization

Elromco's Crew Portal now includes one-tap shift confirmation and built-in route optimization. Reduce no-shows, save on fuel, and give your crews a better mobile experience.

Product Updates

Apr 9, 20265 min readSusan LeGrice

Product Update: SMS Automation Sequences and Smart Triggers

Elromco now supports multi-step SMS automation sequences triggered by job status changes, lead activity, and time-based rules. Automate your customer communication from first contact to post-move follow-up.

Product Updates

Apr 7, 20265 min readSusan LeGrice

Product Update: Client Portal Now Includes Photo Upload and Visual Inventory Builder

Customers can now upload room-by-room photos and build their inventory visually through Elromco's client portal. More accurate quotes, fewer surprises on move day.

Product Updates

Apr 4, 20265 min readSusan LeGrice

Product Update: Enhanced Dispatch Board with Drag-and-Drop Gantt Chart

Elromco's dispatch board now features drag-and-drop crew assignment, visual Gantt chart scheduling, and real-time conflict detection. Dispatch your crews faster and smarter.

Product Updates

Apr 1, 20265 min readSusan LeGrice

Product Update: Automated Review Request System Now Live

Elromco now automatically sends review requests to customers after their move is complete. Collect more 5-star reviews on Google, Yelp, and Facebook without lifting a finger.

Moving Technology

Mar 30, 20266 min readSarah Nordblom

AI in Moving: How Smart Automation Saves Hours Every Week

How AI is transforming the moving industry. From automated follow-ups to smart quoting, learn how AI-powered moving software saves time and books more jobs.

Moving Technology

Mar 30, 20265 min readSusan LeGrice

Cloud-Based Moving Software: Why It Matters and What to Look For

Why cloud-based moving software beats installed desktop tools. Learn the benefits of cloud access for moving companies — from remote dispatch to real-time crew updates.

Moving Technology

Mar 30, 20269 min readSarah Nordblom

How to Choose the Best Moving Company Software: A Complete Buyer's Guide

A step-by-step guide to choosing the right moving company software. Learn what features matter, questions to ask vendors, and how to avoid costly mistakes.

Moving Technology

Mar 30, 20267 min readSusan LeGrice

Moving Company Software Implementation Guide: What to Expect When You Switch

Switching moving company software? Here's exactly what to expect — from data migration to team training. A step-by-step implementation guide for movers.

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