All sorts of manufacturing is done in the United States in factories and workshops from coast to coast, big and small. Finished goods such as furniture, cars, books, electronics, and even kids’ toys are being produced year round, and American farms are producing plentiful foodstuffs at the same time. But it’s not enough to merely produce those goods; they have to be transported to and from factories, warehouses, and retailers, and that’s the responsibility of the modern transportation network. This robust network boasts some 12 million trucks, planes, seagoing ships, and freight trains to deliver goods domestically to all 50 states, and many international shipments are made as well for trade. The United States imports and exports may goods to and from allied nations such as Canada and Mexico, and more beyond. However, these carrier companies may need some help with their cash flow after they deliver goods for a shipper customer, and invoices may be a long way off. This is when invoice