LTL Select supports two primary approaches for managing shipments: the "Book Shipment" workflow and the "Quick Rate" feature, catering to different levels of detail and speed requirements. The following steps provide an overview of the Book Shipment process within LTL Select. For more detailed information on each step, please refer to the provided link:
1. To begin, open LTL Select and click on Book Shipment.
2. On the Basic Info page (Step One), choose a Bill To Location, select the shipment date, indicate the shipment direction, and specify the payment terms. Then, click Next.
Note: You can also choose to select options such as "Protect From Freezing" and "In-Bond Shipment" at this stage.
3. Proceed to Step Two, where you can view or edit the Origin Information. After making any necessary adjustments, click Next.
4. Provide the Destination Information in Step Three. Review and edit as required, and then click Next.
5. In Step Four, you can define the contents of your shipment by adding Line Item information. You have the option to add multiple items to a Handling Unit and multiple Handling Units to a shipment. Click Next.
Note: Please be aware that the required fields for international shipments may differ depending on whether the shipments are to or from Mexico or Canada.
On the Rates page, you will see Available rates for your shipment. Click on a Rate to continue. The selected rates are automatically saved to your dashboard, allowing for future reference and streamlined access.
7. Review or Edit the Finalize information (Shipment Identifiers, Pick Up Requirements, Notifications). Additional information for international shipments can be provided here as well e.g. Commercial Invoice. Click Next.
8. Review and make any final edits on the Review and Book page, if needed, by clicking Edit on each section of the shipment.
9. Click Book Shipment to complete Book Shipment Workflow.
Once the shipment has been created, the Share or Print Your Labels window will open. Choose Print, Share or to do so later clicking Not Now.
NOTE: After a Hazmat, Volume LTL, or Cross Border shipment is Created or Dispatched, the BOL will be displayed instead of the labels.
From the Dashboard, you can expand the Order Details which includes the options to Ship Again, review Rates, or Share. All documents such as the Labels and Bill of Lading (BOL) will also be provided at the bottom of the page.
Alternatively, users can utilize the "Quick Rate" feature for obtaining rapid estimates without committing to the full quote creation process.
Managing Quotes
For users with existing quotes, LTL Select provides a simple workflow to finalize their bookings. Users can access their saved rates from the dashboard and proceed to select the most suitable option for their shipment needs. Please note that LTL Select does not provide quotes through chat or email. To ensure the most accurate results, users should rely on the "Book Shipment" workflow or the "Quick Rate" feature.
Definitions
Bill of Lading (BOL) | A detailed list of a shipment of goods in the form of a receipt given by the carrier to the person consigning the goods. |
Handling Unit (H/U) | A physical unit consisting of packaging materials (load carriers/packing material) and the goods contained on/in it. A handling unit is always a combination of products and packaging materials. |
In-Bond Shipment | An imported or exported shipment that has yet to be cleared by Customs. The in-bond shipment process allows for the goods to be moved or stored by the government, even if they have not obtained approval from Customs. |