Transport orders are the necessary but most labor-intensive step in the transport chain for intermodal operators. The data must be entered into the company’s own transport management systems (TMS) as quickly and correctly as possible. This represents a system break in the information chain. In addition to the time factor, the information transmitted is also…
Intermodal transport is characterized by the fact that the goods to be transported always require containers in which they are stowed for transport. In order to organize the availability of the appropriate equipment in a cost-effective, high-quality and reliable manner, suitable instruments and good dispatchers are required on the part of the operators. The rule…
Orders processed via IMSLOT contain extensive information in the bookings. In addition to the routing-relevant booking details, attention to customs-relevant information is also indispensable in order communication. This is inherent to the seaport process in international shipping. Since this information is communicated sensitively, but not necessarily always obviously on impact, we have built a separate…
The GeoCoding+ module checks the addresses specified in the intermodal orders using various methodologies. The service determines uniform codifications for the respective addresses and returns these to the requesting party via an API call. In this way, addresses are basically checked in terms of content, enriched with information and integrated into the booking process in…
“ZDF” – Facts.Figures.Data. Who does not know this. But how big is the possibility for everyone to actually use the current and case-related detailed information from the system for evaluation and thus for analysis? 4PL Intermodal generates needs-based evaluations of its own performance via the Analytics module. Everything is active via download or can be…
After the decision to use an intermodal offer has been made, the placement of the transport order takes place. Depending on the scope of the information and the number of orders, this can be a laborious undertaking. Not every company has interfaces to all its service providers. Should updates to these bookings be made afterwards,…
When it comes to scheduling, it is important to maintain an overview. Numerous transport steps with different intermodalities and infrastructures make smooth processes difficult. Delays mean the need for action. Dispatchers need reliable sources of information to be able to act in a targeted manner. Current bookings are prepared in such a way that they…
Container sea vessels are queried with their exact ship position every hour and displayed on their last position. The arrival times at the scheduled quays are updated. Based on this, intermodal bookings can be queried and updated – fully automatically. In the Vessel Tracker module, the task of bringing the container ships into mutual dependence…
Dispatching requires the intermodal operator to know increasingly in real time the free capacities ( Kilogram / TEU ). The more trains are operated in different relations (or even several trains per day), the more challenging it is to maintain an overview. Dispatchers have at a glance all trains as well as their planned and…
The Slot Optimizer automatically determines the utilization and tendency of all resources. This knowledge is immediately taken into account and used in corporate communication via booking options. Corresponding price offers can be linked to utilization scenarios.
The heart of an intermodal provider is the timetable for its assets. These are subject to constant change and adaptation. IMSLOT Modules Time Table brings every change directly to the website. Customers are informed from the control center.
Intermodal transports require a lot of energy to move goods that weigh tons. The energy consumption can also be measured on its CO2e consumption. The results are to be presented clearly and based on the actual consumption values. This is the goal of the CF Illustrator module. With scientific support and state-approved methodology, a consumption-dependent…