Automate Accessorial Spend Reduction
In today's volatile market, controlling costs is crucial. FourKites offers end-to-end supply chain visibility, enabling automated reduction of accessorial fees. By utilizing this solution, businesses can optimize their spend and position themselves as preferred shippers. This proactive approach ensures that controllable expenses are managed efficiently and effectively.
Manage Detention & Demurrage Costs
Unforeseen costs should no longer be a norm in business operations. FourKites provides alert-based reporting and dashboards to keep teams informed of real-time situations, allowing them to prioritize tasks to avoid unnecessary fees. With this solution, businesses can gain visibility into truck unloading or ocean container movements, enabling them to take timely actions to reduce detention and demurrage costs.
Prevent Revenue-draining OTIF Charges
To prevent On-Time In-Full (OTIF) failures and associated charges, companies need accurate and timely data. FourKites offers SKU-level visibility, proactive alerts, and precise predictive ETAs, empowering operational teams to make informed decisions quickly during disruptions. With the ability to adjust shipping plans or appointment times, businesses can enhance their delivery performance and avoid financial penalties.
Optimize Multimodal Detention Fees
Navigating detention fees across different modes of transportation can be complex. FourKites simplifies this process by providing customized detention alerts that combine in-transit and at-facility dwell times. By tracking free time accurately, businesses can reduce detention spend and time, ensuring they have a comprehensive view of all relevant charges.
Enhance Collaboration with Carriers
FourKites facilitates smooth interactions with carriers by implementing precise geofences around pickup and delivery locations. This ensures that shipment records align with ground realities, reducing conflicts and disputes over accessorial charges. By incorporating performance metrics into carrier contract negotiations, businesses can maximize the value they receive from transportation providers.