MacroPoint Inbound Visibility Integration
MacroPoint inbound adds more control over the functionality and tracking request creation process. By integrating this feature, you can ensure that tracking requests are generated and processed more efficiently, allowing for better oversight and accurate monitoring of shipments. This enhanced control helps prevent errors, improve data accuracy, and streamline communication, ultimately leading to more effective management of logistics operations.
Part 1: Request MacroPoint Credentials
To set up your MacroPoint inbound integration, you will need to request the following credentials from MacroPoint:
MacroPoint ID
API Password (for managing tracking requests)
FTP Password (to submit carrier details)
Request these credentials by email at servicedesk@descartes.com or through the MacroPoint Service Desk 1-888-544-3844, Option 2.
Note: MacroPoint inbound integration requires a paid plan with MacroPoint.
Part 2: Configure MacroPoint Integration in Alvys
Once you have received your MacroPoint credentials, follow these steps to configure the integration:
Navigate to the Management and click on the EDI & Visibility tab.
2. Select the subsidiary you want to integrate with MacroPoint.
3. Click Visibility drop-down menu and choose MacroPoint Inbound.
4. Enter your MacroPoint ID and API Password in the configuration window.
5. Click Save.
Part 3: Configure Settings in MacroPoint
To enable MacroPoint to send tracking data to Alvys, configure the following webhook URLs on your MacroPoint Company Preferences page (replace "XXXXX" with your Alvys Tenant ID):
Location Updates:
https://api.alvys.com/api/macropoint/locationUpdates/XXXXXOrder Status:
https://api.alvys.com/api/macropoint/orderStatus/XXXXXTrip Events:
https://api.alvys.com/api/macropoint/tripEvents/XXXXXForm Submits:
https://api.alvys.com/api/macropoint/formSubmits/XXXXX
Add these URLs to the appropriate settings in your MacroPoint account, accessible via the Macropoint Company Preferences page.
Part 4: Configure MacroPoint Tracking Defaults
After entering your credentials, you will have the option to customize the default behavior of tracking requests based on your preferences.
Part 5: Initiate and manage MacroPoint Outbound tracking from a load
After the load has been dispatched, you will have the option to initiate a tracking request by accessing it from the Tracking option in the Action Ribbon:
Adjust the information in the request and click Track:
Once a tracking request has been created, you will now be able to manage it from the Action Ribbon:
MacroPoint Outbound Visibility Integration with Alvys
The integration of MacroPoint Outbound Visibility incorporates the Visibility Service, which utilizes company level preferences to determine and transmit the most accurate location data to providers such as MacroPoint, Project44, and FourKites. The objective of MacroPoint Outbound is to optimize the tracking process by receiving updates and provides tracking visibility.
Note: MacroPoint outbound integration only requires the customer receiving the updates to have a paid plan with MacroPoint.
Why MacroPoint Outbound Visibility is Important
MacroPoint Outbound enables visibility of both inbound and outbound tracking updates.
It automatically shares data including:
Location: ELD, check calls, inbound tracking.
Statuses:
Dispatched or covered.
Dispatched when the first stop arrives.
In transit.
Delivered.
How to Use MacroPoint Outbound Visibility
The setup for MacroPoint Outbound Visibility is similar to the inbound integration. To configure it:
Navigate to Management > Integrations > Visibility > Outbound.
Enter your MacroPoint ID and Password.
Select relevant subsidiaries for outbound visibility.
Configure outbound sharing settings, such as:
Locations
Statuses
Frequency of updates
Once configured, automatic updates can be set up directly within the customer profile, similar to the process outlined in 🖥️ EDI - Auto Updates part 3 and 4.