Inbound and outbound logistics, particularly when managing multi-modal transport, presents unique challenges that go beyond the capabilities of traditional ERP systems. While ERPs are designed to manage internal company processes, they often fall short when it comes to tracking goods as they move across company boundaries. For example, a container may travel from a ship to a train and then to a truck, with multiple handoffs at ports, rail yards, and truck depots. Each step introduces potential delays and gaps in communication, making it difficult to track shipments accurately and efficiently.

 

Multi-Modal Flow Management by Streamliner is specifically designed to address these challenges. By optimizing the coordination of goods across multiple transportation modes—such as sea, rail, and road—this solution provides full visibility and control over the entire supply chain. This ensures that containers are managed efficiently throughout their journey, from the ship to the final delivery truck, reducing the risk of costly detention and demurrage fees.

Streamliner's Multi-Modal Flow Management offers vital benefits:

• Comprehensive Visibility: Track containers seamlessly across ships, trains, and trucks, with real-time updates at each transition point.

• Optimised Scheduling: Improve scheduling to prevent bottlenecks and minimise waiting time between transport modes, reducing delays. Prioritize containers based on urgency, importance, or destination..

• Proactive Exception Management: Quickly address disruptions, whether due to port congestion, missed transfers, or delayed trains, minimizing the impact on your bottom line.

• Detention and Demurrage Efficiency: By improving the flow between transportation modes and reducing delays, you can significantly cut detention and demurrage costs, while enhancing operational efficiency.

• Continuous Coordination: Streamline communication between all stakeholders, including carriers and suppliers, ensuring smooth transitions and fewer delays.

• Data Insights: Gather actionable data at every stage of the journey to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, enabling continuous improvement in logistics.