CarrierNet

About CarrierNet

CarrierNetOnline Among the business areas which most benefit from Cloud Computing and Software as a Service are business to business Supply Chains and Logistics. We specialise in Internet based services for the extended supply chain because we know that 24 x 7 Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime access to real information is critical to guarantee efficiency, reduced costs and significantly improved customer service. CarrierNet, is available in a market leading transaction based cost model, which means you pay only for what you want; when you want it; and when you use it. Increased capacity is available immediately it is needed and, in the event of reduced demand, capacity used and therefore costs incurred also reduce immediately. This cost model ensures a very rapid return on investment (ROI) with no upfront capital expenditure. Real-time Transportation Management CarrierNet Real Time TMS Transport Management System is a highly configurable, user friendly Software as a Service (SaaS) solution from Deltion, providing significant benefits compared to traditional and competitive offerings. CarrierNet is designed to provide all of the features of a complex Transport Management System (TMS), regularly updated, together with functionality and benefits which are only possible with a 24x7 web based service. Because of its Internet base and 24x7 access, CarrierNet allows real time visibility, collaboration and event management. Most systems allow only hindsight visibility - when it is too late to take corrective action. Because CarrierNet is a web based, Software as a Service offering, the benefits to companies are much wider and deeper than those of a traditional logistics and transport management system. CarrierNet has extensive integration capabilities with current disparate legacy systems. This means that there is only one system required to manage and control your operation, including accounts, scanners, and handhelds. The CarrierNet SaaS transaction based charging model means that clients pay only for what they need when they need it. Included in these transaction costs are access to the Deltion online support system, maintenance and upgrades. CarrierNet provides a future-proof and readily scalable platform, with a central and secure repository of data; fully maintained; regular back-ups with hosted system benefits. 3PL and Carrier Management The management of out-sourced and in-house fleets is a complex process. The choice rarely comes down to any single factor such as price or service levels. Deltion’s 3PL and Carrier Manager is a collaborative solution which can automate and manage this process for you. CarrierNet will choose the best company to fulfil a specific order, choosing between in-house and outsourced options. The system will also ensure that the order is only placed with a sub-contractor who has been approved to meet the requirements of the operator. The carrier can also be chosen manually. Supplier Collections There has been a growing trend, particularly amongst retail and wholesale companies, towards the collection of orders directly from, providing a transport service and charging the supplier for this service. This service can be provided using own fleet, 3PLs or ad hoc hauliers. This is a complex operation requiring collaboration between all supply chain partners involved and the creation of visibility and event management in this aspect of the business. It is also often necessary to get sign-off on transactions by three companies – supplier, transport provider and buyer. CarrierNet can handle these issues in real-time. Slot Booking and Allocation Manager CarrierNet provides a real time solution which allows shippers to collaborate with their 3PL service providers and multi-tier transport providers to manage the whole process of slot management. This covers booking slots for the most cost effective partner who can meet service and other requirements and the tool provides genuine added value advantage to all logistics trading partners. This significantly reduces manual effort and the associated delays and errors. Confirmation or rejection of load offers are made immediately on line and the load is offered to the next preferred operator. At the pick-up site, waiting times are reduced dramatically providing better asset utilisation for all partners. Other key features include: Transport Cost Billing Manager Track and Trace Manager