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The hard + soft dollar savings of dock scheduling software

The benefits of technology to a business typically include a lot of savings, and dock scheduling software that automates the appointment scheduling process is no different. But before you make such an important technology investment, you should understand the return on that investment.

Earlier this week, Chicago-based Loadsmart, the provider of a logistics technology platform that enables shippers, carriers, and brokers to efficiently manage an automated supply chain, said it has secured $200 million in Series D financing. The company said it this financing was spearheaded by lead investor SoftBank Latin America Fund, which is part of the Softbank Group, as well as participation from Series C investor BlackRock, Class I railroad CSX, and global active asset manager Janus Henderson Group.

Freight technology company also offers a standalone dock appointment solution for warehouses

Connecting Opendock's dock visibility and Kamion's carrier network with the Loadsmart platform positioned as helping remove barriers between shippers and carriers.

Integration provides capabilities to Manhattan's TMS offering

Shippers can now access real-time Loadsmart spot quotes for truckload shipments in Kuebix Community Load Match.

SMBs have access to competitive spot rates when they don't have the volume to set up contract rates. For carriers, spot opportunities help to balance lanes, offset empty miles and reposition assets.

The API-enabled integration of Loadsmart's digital freight platform and Smart Scheduling technology, with Opendock’s dock management software, enables shippers to simplify and accelerate the scheduling process by identifying and booking the best possible appointment with minimal human intervention.

Integration offers shippers new tools to improve efficiency and gain superior visibility for their shipments