Dock Management

Recurring time slots are created automatically, so you no longer need to repeat the same steps manually.

Time-slot forwarding and order consolidation speed up unloading and reduce manual labour.

CargoON is an end-to-end carrier connectivity platform built specifically for shippers. It enables companies to optimize freight allocation, enhance supply chain visibility, and automate transport execution—all from a single, integrated system

Loading and unloading operations are the backbone of logistics, yet inefficiencies in these processes often go unnoticed - until they start impacting costs, lead times, and overall supply chain performance. Many companies still rely on outdated, manual scheduling methods that lead to unpredictable delays, unnecessary waiting times, and increased operational costs.

The Fast Moving Consumer Goods industry (FMCG) sector is one that by definition requires swift transportation from the point of manufacture to consumers. Supply chain disruptions in recent years have nonetheless revealed pain points where these goods are not as fast moving as they should be. For instance, delays at warehouses or regional distribution centres (RDCs) are still more commonplace than they should be.

In today's fast-paced logistics and supply chain industry, efficient management of loading and unloading operations is vital to ensuring smooth supply chain flow. Yet, many businesses still face persistent challenges at their warehouse docks - challenges that result in costly delays, excessive wait times, and operational inefficiencies. Factors like fluctuating demand, labor shortages, and uncoordinated processes only magnify these issues, making dock operations a critical area for improvement.

Agricultural logistics pose distinct and complex challenges. The need to handle fresh produce, bulky commodities, and seasonal fluctuations while maintaining efficiency requires careful management. Shippers in this sector must navigate unpredictable market demands, optimize the handling of perishable goods, and meet sustainability targets - all while controlling costs and ensuring timely delivery.

Long loading wait times are a major challenge not only for drivers but also for warehouse managers in manufacturing companies. This issue is even more pronounced when large products are waiting to be loaded. For companies in the construction and building materials industries, where products can weigh tons, optimizing processes appears to be the only way to reduce queues and improve workflow efficiency.

In today’s steel industry, companies face unprecedented challenges in logistics and supply chain management. As global supply chains continue to be disrupted by economic volatility, leaders in the metal and steel sector are increasingly looking to digital transformation to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain competitiveness. For companies still relying on outdated manual processes, there has never been a more critical time to invest in innovative digital solutions that streamline logistics operations and turn challenges into opportunities.

Last year, a study by the Spanish Logistics Centre (CEL) and CargoON found that more than 50% of carriers have to report warehouse arrival delays more than once per day. In recent weeks, a new study published by Federtrasporti has revealed that long loading times are still an issue in Italy too.

The digitalisation process is an unquestionable reality in the logistics sector and must be taken on by production and distribution companies hand in hand with a good digitalisation partner in order for it to be effective and optimised.

The transport and logistics sector across Europe often emphasises the need for rapid digitalisation of the supply chain. And indeed, as a result of the disruption caused by the pandemic and then the outbreak of war in Ukraine, spending on digitalisation has jumped.