What is meant by Freight cost calculation?
Freight cost calculation is a process for determining the costs of transporting goods or cargo. It takes into account various factors such as weight, volume, distance, mode of transport, and special requirements to determine the total costs for a shipment.
Typical software functions in the area of "Freight Cost Calculation":
- Tariff Calculation: Automatic calculation of freight costs based on stored tariffs and shipment data.
- Volumetric Weight Calculation: Determination of the chargeable weight considering volume and actual weight.
- Route Optimization: Calculation of the most cost-effective transport route considering various factors.
- Surcharge Calculation: Automatic addition of extra costs for special services or seasonal surcharges.
- Multimodal Transport Calculation: Cost determination for combined transports with different modes of transportation.
- Offer Comparison: Comparison of freight costs from different forwarders or transport options.