Profit Tools EDI DirectTM enables carriers to perform the load tender, status update, and invoicing functions required by IMCs and steamship lines directly from the Profit Tools dispatch and operations system, instead of through fax, phone, or web vendor interface. IMCs and steamship lines are increasingly requiring carriers they work with to use EDI, and Profit Tools can get you started at a fraction of the cost of implementing a VAN or other third party solution. We work with many major trading partners including C.H. Robinson, HUB Group, Hanjin, Maersk, OOCL, and more.
Reduce processing time.
Carriers using Profit Tools EDI DirectTM have reported saving 15 minutes per load off office processing time. Carriers achieved these time-savings in the following areas:
Receiving and changing orders: customer data flows directly into Profit Tools for you to review, accept, or decline the order.
Sending status updates: Profit Tools sends updates automatically upon stop confirmation.
Invoicing: the reference number and rate information needed for billing are automatically downloaded into Profit Tools ensuring accuracy, and invoices are sent electronically.
Supporting documentation: required paperwork can be automatically tagged and transmitted electronically to trading partners that support it (ex HUB Group).
Payment and collections: invoice matching issues are virtually eliminated.
Improve performance.
Not only does office staff save time on processing, but carriers can expect improved turn around time on receivables, and reduced issues in the field, for example incorrect container numbers.
Avoid costly van charges.
Profit Tools EDI DirectTM technology eliminates all third-party character and transaction-based charges, saving you 50-90% versus standard EDI.
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