Rate Quoting FAQ
What is rate quoting?
Rate quoting is understanding and predicting how much a load costs and providing a shipper with that quote. It's a crucial process in the logistics industry for estimating transportation costs.
How can rate quoting be improved?
Currently, we have integrated Greenscreens with our system, eliminating the need to visit their site separately. This integration brings all the necessary data directly to you, streamlining the process and improving efficiency.
What tools are currently integrated for rate quoting?
Today, we're plugged into Greenscreens for rate quoting purposes.
What tools are on the roadmap for future integration?
We plan to integrate DAT and FreightView Sonar in the future to expand our rate quoting capabilities.
How do I generate a rate quote using Drumkit?
Generating rate quotes is significantly easier in Drumkit using the sidebar. You only need to input the type of load and the pick-up/drop-off date and zip code. Based on this information and the integrated tool (e.g., Greenscreens), we'll bring all the relevant quotes to you.
How do I select a carrier for my load?
After a load has been assigned to you, the right smart sidebar will reappear. Here, you can ask someone to be a carrier for a particular load or assign someone directly. Once you've made your selection, populate the "Carrier" portion of the load to complete the process.