Dispatches

Overview

A dispatch records the physical movement of freight, along with the required resources and associated cost.

Individual dispatches are stored in a Dispatch Record, and a comprehensive listing of dispatches can be found in the Dispatch List.

Common Tasks

Accessing Records

• HOWTO: Open a Dispatch by Dispatch Number
• HOWTO: Search for Dispatches
• HOWTO: Use Customizable List Templates for searching Dispatches

Creating and Modifying Records

• HOWTO: Create a New Dispatch
• HOWTO: Cancel an Existing Dispatch

Operational Tasks

• HOWTO: Add and Remove Shipments from a Dispatch
• HOWTO: Add Expenses to a Dispatch
• HOWTO: Drop a Trailer
• HOWTO: Switch a Load
• HOWTO: Set up Automatic Notification to Customer Based on Dispatch Events

Workflow

• HOWTO: Complete a Dispatch

Best Practices

• Data Entry Recommendations
• Work Flow Recommendations