Who is CPO Consulting?
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CPO Consulting partners with motor carriers, brokers, and transportation organizations to improve regulatory compliance, reduce operational risk, and build sustainable safety cultures.
We aspire to shape a safer and more accountable transportation industry by empowering trucking companies, fleet managers, Safety professionals, drivers, and business leaders with accurate information, ethical leadership, and solutions that achieve results they can measure.
Our “Ask the Chief” approach delivers credible, practical, and reliable guidance tailored to your business.
Through veteran-led leadership, honest communication, and a relentless focus on accuracy, we strive to build lasting partnerships and raise the standard of compliance across the transportation industry. Every recommendation we provide is grounded in experience, current regulations, and proven best practices, ensuring our clients receive advice they can trust.
Solutions and Services
Compliance Solutions for Every Fleet
Ask the Chief™ Essentials
The Essentials package provides ongoing access to trusted compliance guidance and proactive monitoring to help small fleets maintain regulatory readiness and avoid preventable violations. It’s designed for
companies that need expert advice when questions arise and periodic reviews to stay on track.
Included Services
Unlimited email support for compliance questions.
Access to CPO Consulting compliance templates and checklists.
Monthly review of FMCSA regulatory updates and their business impact.
One scheduled 30-minute advisory call each month.
Review of one company policy or procedure per quarter.
Annual audit of Driver Qualification (DQ) files.
Annual review of Drug & Alcohol Program.
Priority scheduling for additional consulting services.
Client Benefits
Stay informed about changing regulations.
Catch documentation issues before they become violations.
Receive reliable answers from an experienced compliance advisor.
Build a strong compliance foundation at a predictable monthly cost.
Ask the Chief™ Professional
The Professional package functions as an extension of your management team, providing routine audits, policy
support, and strategic advice to strengthen safety performance and regulatory compliance.
Included Services
Everything in Essentials, plus:
Customized monthly compliance dashboard.
One-hour executive consultation each month.
Quarterly audit of Driver Qualification (DQ) files.
Quarterly review of hiring and qualification processes.
Quarterly CSA score review and performance recommendations.
Quarterly review of Drug & Alcohol Program.
Quarterly policy and handbook updates.
Review of accident files and corrective actions.
Priority response during business hours.
Client Benefits
Reduce audit risk through routine oversight.
Improve hiring and driver qualification processes.
Identify compliance trends before they become systemic issues.
Gain strategic guidance without adding internal staff.
Ask the Chief™ Enterprise
Enterprise clients receive comprehensive advisory services designed to support leadership teams, improve safety systems, and prepare for regulatory scrutiny with confidence.
Included Services
Everything in Professional, plus:
Quarterly executive strategy meetings.
Unlimited document and policy reviews.
Fleet-wide compliance performance analysis.
Monthly CSA trend monitoring with action planning.
Safety meeting content and presentation materials.
Assistance with accident response and documentation reviews.
Review of internal investigations and corrective action plans.
Annual Mock FMCSA Audit.
Customized annual compliance roadmap.
Priority access for urgent compliance matters.
Client Benefits
Strengthen organizational accountability.
Improve readiness for audits and inspections.
Support executive decision-making with compliance metrics.
Maintain a proactive, rather than reactive, safety culture.
Core DOT Compliance Services
The CPO Consulting Promise: Every engagement is built around a single principle providing consistent, reliable, and fact-based guidance that helps transportation companies achieve compliance excellence and operational confidence.
DOT Compliance Service
Qualification & Hiring
Drug & Alcohol Program
Safety Programs
Training & Education
Risk Management
Policy & Documentation
Fleet Start-Up Services
Project Engagements
One-Time Consulting
Managed Onboarding
+ Signature Bundles
Ask about our Managed Compliance Partner solution for organizations that want to outsource significant portions of their DOT compliance and fleet safety management functions to an experienced strategic partner.
Overview
The Managed Compliance Partner program positions CPO Consulting as your outsourced compliance department. We work alongside leadership to oversee regulatory obligations, monitor performance, and continuously improve safety and operational effectiveness.
Included Services
Everything in Enterprise, plus:
Dedicated compliance advisor.
Unlimited consulting via phone and email.
Monthly executive leadership meetings
Ongoing policy and handbook management.
Regular audits of DQ files, qualification processes, and key compliance records.
Annual enterprise-wide compliance assessment.
Support with FMCSA audits and regulatory inquiries.
Customized KPI and performance reporting.
Safety committee participation and strategic planning.
Review of major incidents and recommended corrective actions.
Discounted rates for on-site consulting and specialized projects.
Client Benefits
Access executive-level compliance expertise without hiring a full-time compliance department.
Improve consistency across safety and regulatory programs.
Enhance organizational readiness for audits and customer requirements.
Reduce compliance risk while allowing leadership to focus on operations and growth.
Resources
We offer a comprehensive suite of services for FMCSA Compliance; however, for those who are more DIY in nature, we also provide a wide range of resources to help you achieve your compliance goals on your own.
If you can’t find it, let us know, and we will.
Meet the Chief
At CPO Consulting, we believe compliance should strengthen your business — not slow it down.
CPO Consulting was founded by Brad Redden, who has more than 30 years experience as a transportation safety professional and who is a retired U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer.
In the Navy, its a thing to Ask the Chief, because the Chief, with knowledge and experience, always has the answer.
Why Choose CPO Consulting?
- FMCSA Compliance Consulting Services
- Practical DOT Compliance Solutions
- Custom Trucking Safety Consulting
- Fleet Compliance Experts
- Driver Qualification File Audits
- Industry Experienced Leadership
- Customized “Ask the Chief” Support
- Focus on Reducing Risk and Improving Safety
- Veteran Owned and Operated
Read more about The Chief and what CPO Consulting can do for you.
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