Managing a warehouse with high volume incoming loads can be a daunting task. The manual process of checking in drivers can be time-consuming, inefficient, and prone to errors. Let’s explore how FreightSmith can help.
The Manual Process of Checking in Drivers
Managing the arrival of trucks involves keeping track of PO details and driver contact information. This process can require a lot of time and resources, including phone calls, texts, and even walking around a staging area to track down a driver for unloading. When done manually, the process is not only time-consuming but also leaves room for errors with no proper record of timestamping or communication history.
The Introduction of Mobile Driver Check-In
FreightSmith includes digital driver check-in, in-app communication, digital gate assignment and digital payment system. This enables warehouses to manage driver check-in and communications with ease. The digital system streamlines the entire process, reducing the need for manual tracking, and provides an accurate record of timestamping and communication history. Additionally, FreightSmith IMS provides milestones and timestamps along the entire inbound receiving process.
FreightSmith is constantly seeking ways to further optimize warehouse operations to deliver the best possible experience to both warehouse managers and drivers. We have found that a reduction in head count can increase efficiency without compromising quality.
On average, we have seen an average reduction of 3 employees per location using FreightSmith software, resulting in cost savings and more operational efficiency.
