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- SCM with Route Optimization
- Process
- Load preparation
Load preparation
A useful route starts with a load that has a clear owner, partner and delivery promise. Dispatcher enters the freight movement under the right organization and gives it a record number that can be used across handoffs. The stop plan then makes the proposed movement concrete.
Step by step
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Register load Dispatcher
Dispatcher records the subject, organization, owner, counterparty, promised delivery time and freight amount while the load is Draft.
- Establishes the owner, partner and promise
- Updates Loads, Organizations, Transport partners, Team members
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Prepare stops Dispatcher
Dispatcher enters ordered stops with addresses and windows. Each stop stays linked to the parent load.
- Adds ordered windows to the load
- Updates Load stops, Loads
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Draft route Dispatcher
Dispatcher creates a Draft route proposal for the same load and organization, with its revision and estimated miles where available.
- Identifies a candidate and revision
- Updates Route proposals, Loads
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Submit route Dispatcher
Dispatcher checks the candidate against the stop plan and moves it to Submitted for Transport Supervisor.
- Places the candidate in review
- Updates Route proposals, Load stops
Who does what
Roles and permissions- Dispatcher
- Prepares the records; App Administrator maintains organization and partner reference data; Transport Supervisor receives the submitted route for independent review.
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