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Extending Logistics Capabilities into Your
Existing Supply Chains
FreightDesk is committed to meeting the unique
logistics control requirements of shippers. We deliver tailored
solutions that include only those application components needed
by the customer.
With an eye toward ROI, FreightDesk’s implementation
experts help companies improve supply chain processes, tailor and
implement the framework, and configure component applications and
business rules to meet shippers’ unique requirements.
Application components
include:
Transportation Management – Streamlines
the multi-national transportation process from order creation to
final destination. FreightDesk offers a standardized method of engaging
and managing multiple modes of transportation, which enables the
logistics manager to select and manage all international carriers
via a uniform process.
Visibility –
Answers the common questions of “Where is my product?”
and “When will it arrive?” By providing your customers,
trading partners and logistics managers with on-line access to shipment
and order information, visibility into critical information is extended
to all parties.
Exception Management
– Drives proactive communication to affected trading partners
when a shipment fails to meet anticipated journey milestones. Customized
business rules reflect your partner network, metrics, tolerances,
and communication requirements.
Document Management
– Enables the creation, editing, and printing of secure documentation
at any location. Electronic documents are sent to authorized parties
in real time, enabling rapid submission of bills of lading, direct
filing with customs, or payment authorization.
Information Management and
Reporting – Allows the viewing or printing of customized
reports at any time. Various aspects of the supply chain can be
analyzed, including total landed cost, carrier performance, and
total shipment costs, enabling ongoing improvement of logistics
processes.
Logistics Control Components Deliver the Following
Benefits:
- Reduced transportation expense by optimizing
carrier and service level
- Ensured regulatory compliance
- Extended inventory visibility and control
into the supply chain
- Expanded trading partner/customer integration
capabilities
- Consolidated trade and transportation data
for informed decision making
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