Fleet Management News & Business Info | Commercial Carrier Journal
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72 COMMERCIAL CARRIER JOURNAL | SEPTEMBER 2014 TECHNOLOGY: INTERMODAL TECHNOLOGY only factor in growing a business. "Bells and whistles don't really move freight," he says. "What moves freight is relationships." COST CONTROLS Intermodal also has become a major focus for some of the largest trucking software suppliers. McLeod Software is finalizing development of a new module that will cover "the full spectrum of intermodal operations," says Kinan Saddekni, manag- er of intermodal development. McLeod's new intermodal module will have cost-control measures – such as ac- tive monitoring of container and chassis rentals from pickup to return – to help reduce per diem and demurrage charges for fleets. The system has automated in- voice reconciliation and accounts payable features to pay for equipment charges from third parties, Saddekni says. The module's interface suite allows users to reserve equipment from vendors within the software as part of the dispatch planning process. It uses standard EDI to send and receive automated status, invoic- ing and other forms of communications with railroads. "We are committed to this," Saddekni says. "We think intermodal is the diversi- fication that our customers need to stay competitive." The increased interest and investment in intermodal from both asset and nonas- set transportation companies is creating demand for new technologies to facilitate growth and increase profit margins in this competitive but expanding market. Text INFO to 205-289-3554 or visit www.ccjdigital.com/info The Right People. The Right Service. The Right Places. Trust it to the experts. Find your local VIPro TruckForce ™ Service Center by visiting www.VIProTruckForce.com or call 800.494.4731 Locations from coast to coast in the United States and Canada. Supported by these quality brands: When you need expert service and repair on "YOUR IRON" we'll do the job right. Whether you're at home or on the road, look for the local VIPro TruckForce™ Service Center for service you can trust. McLeod Software is finalizing develop- ment of a new mod- ule that will cover "the full spectrum of inter- modal operations," says Kinan Saddekni, manager of inter- modal development. SkyBitz modified its GXT3000 device to track location and status of container chassis. A pressure sensor detects if the chassis is loaded or unloaded.