by FreightPrint
It is a cyclical problem, and you don’t need to worry! We all have heard of this at some point in our sales meetings. We are supposed to show positive numbers at the quarterly meeting, and the numbers are down. Experts pitch in with their analysis on the market. Sales reps have their own explanation of why customers are not buying. In short, the rhetoric goes like this: It is one of those cyclical trends in the market. We are in a market downturn. Consumer sentiment is low. People wanted to limit their spending last quarter. This is a cyclical behavior, so it shouldn’t worry us. We can make up for the losses in the next quarter.
Even though there is such a thing called cyclical change, many don’t care to ask questions such as: What has changed structurally? Why are consumers not spending? What is driving this change in behavior?
For example: If drivers are hard to find, why are freight rates getting lower? How can trucking companies make a profit if the rates are lower and the costs are higher? It can’t just be a cyclical problem. Robert Reich, former United States Secretary of Labor, made a statement about the economic crisis: “To me, this is a wrongheaded and dangerous view. What we are witnessing is not just a cyclical downturn but the culmination of many structural problems.”
A lot of structural changes have been happening in the supply chain industry. Many are positive. Technological progress is one of them.
In the past only larger companies could afford to implement and leverage technology in their supply chain businesses. Often these companies invest millions of dollars to leverage technology in their organization.
Times have changed. Technology is getting more advanced, popular and affordable. Most lower level employees now have access to technology at their fingertips 24/7. Data is no longer a magic metric of the corporate world; rather, smaller companies are utilizing advanced tools to optimize and increase efficiency.
Using a freight management software like FreightPrint allows small-medium sized shippers to gain competitive advantage in the market. For example: FreightPrint’s proprietary transportation management cloud software eliminates the need for carriers, brokers and dispatchers to rely on paper documents. Our electronic freight documents contain uniquely identifiable FreightPrints (QR codes). You can track different aspects of shipment seamlessly, without tying up your staff for creating, processing and storing paperwork.
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Are you still wrestling with manual logistics operations or relying on outdated software that leaves you confused? Look no further!
FreightPrint is here to revolutionize your logistics process!
FreightPrint™ is a cutting-edge, AI-driven logistics software designed to enhance your transportation and delivery services.
We understand that managing logistics is both daunting and time-consuming. Picture this: delivering orders with unmatched consistency, precision, and ease.
If you want to streamline your shipping and logistics operations, FreightPrint™ is your perfect partner!
Read on to discover the key features and unparalleled benefits of using FreightPrint™.
Imagine effortlessly processing customer orders, creating optimized routes automatically, and maintaining seamless communication with drivers and clients—all without wasting precious time.
▸ Efficient Load Dispatching
Dispatch loads on the move or pre-schedule them for future dates. Collaborate with carriers, brokers, and dispatchers from a single interface.
▸ Automated Routing
Select multiple shipments and generate routes instantly. Assign drop numbers and modify stops with a simple click, all without needing to contact your drivers.
▸ Smart Driver Assignment
Assign tasks or routes to specific drivers with ease. Unsure who is available? Let drivers select their loads or broadcast them to your network of carriers.
Free up phone lines and alleviate staff workloads while you consistently meet and exceed customer expectations. Spend your valuable time closing sales and enjoying well-deserved vacations.
▸ Real-Time Shipment Tracking
FreightPrint™ ensures clients receive timely status updates along with direct shipment tracking features.
▸ Collect Electronic Proof of Delivery
Generate an audit trail with detailed timestamps and locations. Instantly receive signatures and photographs as proof of delivery, enhancing customer trust.
Create and customize shipping documents tailored to your clients' specifications.
▸ Label Printing
Design and print QR code labels effortlessly. Pair QR codes with your shipping documents to enhance tracking—just scan with your smartphone to update shipments effortlessly.
▸ Custom Document Creation
Whether it’s BOL, POD, or any other custom format, our document creation tool empowers you to design documents that fit your business needs.
No single software solution fits every business perfectly, which is why FreightPrint allows extensive customization per your specific requirements.
▸ Utilize API and Automation
Set custom fields to track project progress seamlessly. Connect with platforms like SalesForce or OrderTime through native integrations, or customize your experience with our API and automation tools via Zapier.
Download the FreightPrint mobile app now and enjoy a free 2-week trial—no credit card required!
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Our team is ready to assist you with any transportation software inquiries. Whether you’re a small shipper or a large transportation firm, we’d be thrilled to provide a free demo of FreightPrint and address all your questions.
In this article, I’ll show you how drivers and dispatchers easily interact with FreightPrint. I’ll show you how to do four things: scan, bid, accept, and update the status of loads using the FreightPrint app.
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