LTL Residential Delivery
LTL Residential is a special accessorial service that helps shippers deliver goods to residential addresses. It is a common accessorial fee applied to Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) shipments when the delivery destination is a home rather than a business. The service often incurs additional costs due to the challenges involved, such as navigating narrow roads or coordinating delivery times. For shippers, it’s essential to understand how this service works to ensure accurate billing and efficient routing.
Many carriers charge more for LTL Residential shipments because of the additional effort required to make deliveries to homes. These shipments typically need extra equipment, like lift gates, and more time for unloading. Residential deliveries also have more scheduling challenges, which can increase costs. This makes it important for shippers to plan accordingly and use tools that help them handle LTL Residential shipments smoothly.
By integrating LTL Residential as part of their shipping strategy, companies can reduce delays and unexpected fees. It’s not just about adding a service—it’s about streamlining the whole process. With ViewPoint TMS, shippers can easily manage and optimize these types of deliveries, ensuring their shipments reach customers efficiently while avoiding unnecessary costs.
How ViewPoint TMS Simplifies LTL Residential Routing
ViewPoint TMS is designed to support shippers routing LTL Residential shipments more cost effectively. One of the key features that helps with this is the address book integration. This tool automatically prompts users if an address is noted as a residence. This means the system will alert the user, ensuring they are aware of the residential nature of the delivery, and can apply the appropriate accessorial fee without overlooking it.
The address book integration doesn’t just help with residential notifications; it also works for other limited access locations. If an address requires special access, the system flags it, ensuring the correct fees are applied. This takes the guesswork out of routing LTL Residential shipments and helps shippers avoid costly billing errors.
In addition, the address book integration saves time by automating the process. Shippers no longer need to manually check and verify if an address is residential or not. The system does it for them, helping them stay organized and efficient. This feature makes ViewPoint TMS a powerful tool for managing residential deliveries.
Adding LTL Residential Accessorials with Ease
Another benefit of ViewPoint TMS is its ability to handle LTL Residential accessorials with just a single click. When shippers route these shipments, the system automatically adds the residential accessorial fee. This simple process ensures that the proper fees are applied, reducing the chances of oversights or delays. Additionally, ViewPoint TMS can handle various other accessorial fees, such as notification prior to delivery, which provides more flexibility and control.
The carrier contract integrations make this process even easier. Shippers can select the relevant accessorials directly from the carrier contract, and ViewPoint TMS will automatically add them to the shipment. This eliminates the need for manual input, ensuring accuracy and saving time. With all these features, managing LTL Residential shipments becomes a seamless part of the shipping process.
ViewPoint TMS provides detailed visibility into the costs associated with LTL Residential deliveries. Shippers can quickly see the breakdown of accessorial fees, helping them make informed decisions. The ease of adding accessorials ensures that shippers can keep their billing transparent and accurate.
Whiteglove and Expedited Services with ViewPoint TMS
For shippers who need more than standard LTL Residential delivery, TLI offers Whiteglove services that go beyond the typical LTL experience. These expedite shipments can indeed be tracked within ViewPoint. Whiteglove services include premium options like inside delivery, debris removal, and other specialized services that can elevate the customer experience. These services ensure that the shipment is handled with the utmost care and attention.
With ViewPoint TMS, shippers can easily incorporate tracking of these Whiteglove services into their LTL shipments. By adding expedited services or special delivery options, companies can ensure their customers receive the level of service they expect. Whether it’s inside delivery or time-sensitive shipments, TLI offers comprehensive solutions to meet various needs.
By using ViewPoint TMS to manage Whiteglove services, shippers can streamline their operations, making it easier to manage complex shipments with special requirements. This flexibility ensures that shippers can meet customer expectations while staying efficient and cost-effective.
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