Flexport

Overall Opinion: Flexport is a platform that can be used in freight forwarding on all modes of transport. It allows users to move their cargo globally through, rail, air, ocean, and trucks. The platform ensures the integration of improved technology and its powerful software in clearing and forwarding of freight. Flexport also makes it possible for companies and transporters to access dedicated industry experts that enhance accountability, security, and regulation of the supply chains globally. Moreover, Flexport’s dashboard facilitates the management of everything related to freight from one point. The platform makes it possible to book shipment, message suppliers, analyze reports, and reconcile their invoices from the same dashboard. This ensures that the process is managed properly and quickly with minimal time wastage. The platform makes the management of freight simple without the hassles of having to go through tons of emails and spreadsheets. If you have not tried the platform, you should try it because it has succeeded in modernizing the shipping process.

Pros: Flexport has significantly revolutionized the process of freight management. Some of the benefits that come with using the platform include It makes real-time tracking of your freight simple and convenient: Users of the platform will be able to track their freight in real-time through the Flexport dashboard display. You will be able to track your cargo every step of the shipment process. It comes with a transparent pricing policy: Users of Flexport do not have to worry about price fluctuation, since the pricing is simple and transparent. You also do not have to worry about hidden fees because the itemized invoices feature addresses such issues. It allows sharing of the workplace by all stakeholders: Freight management involves parties such as suppliers, buyers, and those involved in the transportation process. Flexport ensures that all these stakeholders remain connected in the entire process of transportation. Automation of freight management: Flexport software facilitates the automation of the entire freight management process. The technology ensures that previously strenuous exercises are done with ease.

Cons: Flexport has the following limitations Clients using the platform do not have access to an on-site masseuse. Users of the platform might find themselves working for many hours: between 9 to 10 hours daily. Users should ensure that they do not overwork themselves.