The rate explorer provides the opportunity to find rates based on pre-defined data points. The rate explorer can be found in 3 places:
Cost management section
Order grid
Order form
Once you open the window you will see 2 sections:
Search Criteria: Define the order data used for rate calculation
Results: Which rates/surcharges can be applied?
Applying the cheapest carrier
On the transport order form, you can now open the rate explorer to find out which carrier is the cheapest for this particular route. If you open an incomplete order ( so an order without a carrier ), you can click the rate explorer and search for the cheapest one:
Click on the rate card most suitable to your needs and the "select carrier" button will appear. The system will now apply the carrier to the order and add the correct rate.