Container Tracking: Streamlined and Automated with VISCO
Logistics Updates: Container tracking by number is a very easy and helpful tool. By entering the container number in a container in VISCO, the user has the option to “Automate Tracking”, and allow the logistics tracking to be automated. There are multiple ways that the information form the shipping lines is used in VISCO. The first is general container information. These updates consist of Bill of Lading Number, Inland Origin, Origin Port, Inland Destination, Destination Port, and Booking Number.
Detailed Container Shipment Tracking Updates in VISCO
Milestone Tracking: The second type of updates that are received are the actual timeline updates of the container’s progress. These updates consist of the event type, status details, whether the event has been completed, location of the event, mode of transport, transportation name:
Automatic Container Tracking: Alerts for Supply Chain Management
Automatic Alerts: As logistics data and container events are updated, the system is watching these events and looking for potential issues that could cause problems in your supply chain. When these events are identified, the system will send automatic email alerts to internal logistics users, or directly to customers to let them know that containers are shipping, arriving, will be late, etc. An example of one of these email alerts is below:
Real-Time Tracking Service for Container Locations
Live Look: By clicking on the “Live Look” users can see in real time where that container is on a map
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A list of the events that are tracked is below:
| Gate in full | Gate in at origin port | Gate in at destination port |
| Gate in empty | Gate in empty return | Gate out |
| Gate out from origin port | Gate out from destination port | Gate out empty |
| Gate out to consignee | Loaded | Loaded on vessel |
| Loaded on vessel at origin port | Loaded on vessel at transshipment port | Loaded on feeder |
| Loaded on barge | Loaded on truck | Loaded on rail |
| Vessel departed | Vessel departure from transshipment port | Feeder departed |
| Barge departed | Truck departed | Rail departed |
| Rail departed from inland origin | Rail departed from origin port | Discharged transshipment |
| Loaded transshipment | Estimated arrival at destination | Vessel arrival |
| Vessel arrival at transshipment port | Vessel arrived | Vessel berthed in port |
| Vessel arrived at origin port | Vessel arrived at destination port | Feeder arrived |
| Barge arrived | Truck arrived | Truck pickup scheduled |
| Truck delivery scheduled | Rail arrived | Discharged from vessel |
| Discharged from vessel at transshipment port | Discharged from barge | Discharged from feeder |
| Discharged from truck | Discharged from rail | Transshipment delay |
| Carrier release | Customs release | Picked up by customer |
| Available for release / delivery | Delivered | Stuffing |
| Stripping | Stripping empty | VGM received |
| Rail demurrage notice |
Choose Automatic Container Tracking
Choosing the right automatic container tracking system is essential for ensuring smooth operations and logistics in any business dealing with shipping or transportation. Our container tracking system offers a comprehensive solution for monitoring your containers’ movements from point A to point B in real-time. It eliminates manual tracking errors, enhances visibility, and helps you stay ahead in your logistics operations.
We aim to offer a platform that revolutionizes how you manage container shipments, improving efficiency, and reducing costs. Opt for our automatic container tracking system, where we aim to streamline operations, reduce downtime, and boost productivity.
The container locator comes with intuitive and user-friendly interfaces, making it easy to understand and navigate. Whether you are dealing with a handful or thousands of containers, our automatic container tracking system streamlines the task by delivering instant notifications and crucial data regarding the condition of your containers.
Container Tracking Service
In a world that’s constantly on the move, having a reliable container tracking service is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Our container tracking service ensures you can monitor your containers’ whereabouts, status, and estimated arrival times, thus allowing you to plan your operations more effectively.
Easy to understand and use, our service simplifies your logistics processes, giving you more control over your shipments and ensuring you deliver on your promises to your customers.
Trust our shipping container tracking software for accurate information and seamless tracking experiences. Make the smart move today and take your logistics management to the next level.
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