Freight Routing Guides

Translogistics Inc. in Birdsboro, PA offers a Transportation Management System called ViewPoint to help shippers efficiently manage their transportation needs. Within the TMS is an integrated routing guide that is an essential tool for shippers, and there are six easy steps they can follow to get the most value out of this resource.

First, shippers should log in to their ViewPoint account and access the routing guide. This can typically be found in the "Quick Rate” or “Schedule Shipment" section of the platform.

Next, shippers should review the routing guide to familiarize themselves with its contents. The routing guide typically contains information on Translogistics' network of carriers and their coverage areas, as well as any special accessorial services, capabilities and the transit times they offer. If a carrier has a partner carrier making the final leg of delivery this is labeled as ‘Intraline’. 

Shippers can then use the routing guide to identify the best carrier for their specific transportation needs. This may involve considering factors such as transit times, service levels, and pricing.

Once a carrier has been selected, shippers can use the routing guide to auto tender the pickup information to the carrier while also locking down the rate. This saves precious time not having to sit on the phone waiting for tender confirmation.

After determining the best route, shippers can use the Transportation Management System to obtain the necessary shipping documentation, such as the bills of lading, shipment manifests and pallet labels.

Finally, shippers can use the Transportation Management System to track their shipment and monitor its progress from pickup to delivery. This can help ensure that the shipment arrives at its destination on time and in good condition.

Overall, the routing guide provided by TLI in Birdsboro, PA is an invaluable tool for shippers using ViewPoint. By following these six steps, shippers can use the routing guide within the Transportation Management System to efficiently and effectively manage their transportation needs.

 If you are a shipper interested in other managed transportation services please be sure to check out this additional Managed Logistics Solutions section.