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Logistics Portal: Streamlining Transport Requests for Shippers
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03 January 2026

Logistics Portal: Streamlining Transport Requests for Shippers

Tempo di lettura: 3 min

Finally, the logistics department has its own professional digital space. A showcase to publish, share, and manage all transport requests with just one link.

The Logistics Department: The Only Department Without a Dedicated Portal

Sales has CRM. Production has MES. Admin has ERP. And the logistics office? Excel, phone calls, and emails. It’s time to digitalize logistics as well.

Daily Challenges for the Logistics Office

  • 20+ transport requests managed via email/phone
  • No centralized visibility of requirements
  • Carriers calling to ask "what do you have available for transport?"
  • Time wasted repeating the same information
  • Zero budget control, except for that famous Excel sheet that takes 5 minutes just to open

Why You Need a Dedicated Logistics Portal

Logistics departments manage millions of euros in freight every year. They deserve professional tools to:

  • Centralize all requests
  • Easily share loads with suppliers
  • Maintain full traceability
  • Optimize time and costs

The Logistics Office Showcase on Truckscanner

Every company gets a professional portal at web.truckscanner.com/company-name, which serves as the digital showcase for the logistics department.

A Portal That Updates in Real-Time

Company Presentation:

  • Company overview
  • VAT/Tax ID
  • Headquarters
  • Recurring transport types
  • Preferred logistics partners

Active Requests Dashboard:

  • All open transport requests
  • Origin → Destination clearly displayed
  • Pickup and delivery dates
  • Cargo type and special requirements
  • Load meters
  • Official public link

Company Logistics Information:

  • Facilities and plants
  • Loading/unloading hours
  • Available bays/docks
  • Access requirements (documents, vehicle types)

How to Use the Showcase to Optimize Your Workflow

1. Publish once, share everywhere:

  • Enter the request on Truckscanner
  • It automatically appears on the showcase
  • Share JUST ONE LINK with all suppliers

2. Stop the "what do you have to transport?" calls:

  • Suppliers see everything on the showcase
  • Updates occur in real-time
  • Carriers can bid directly

3. New supplier? Just one link:

  • Instead of explaining everything over the phone
  • Send the link to the showcase or a specific load
  • The supplier immediately sees all opportunities

Premium: The Showcase Becomes Your Official Logistics Portal

No Watermark = Maximum Professionalism

With Premium, your showcase is fully branded with your company logo. No references to Truckscanner. It becomes YOUR dedicated logistics portal.

Maximum Visibility for Requests

  • Search engine indexing (Google, etc.)
  • Automatic notifications to registered carriers and suppliers

Real-World Scenarios for the Logistics Office

The Logistics Manager Handling 3 Facilities

"I used to send 20 emails for every request. Now I publish on the showcase and share the link in my email signature. Suppliers see everything in real-time."

Result: -50% communication management time and +40% productivity.

The Procurement Department Looking for New Suppliers

"During meetings or trade fairs, instead of explaining our needs, I show the showcase on my tablet. Carriers immediately see our volumes and freight types."

Result: +15 new qualified suppliers in 2 months and enhanced professionalism.

The SME Logistics Manager

"Truckscanner has become our 'logistics site'. We also use it internally to show management what we handle and how we have performed against our budgets."

Result: Greater visibility and control over department workflows.

Comparison: Traditional Management vs. Truckscanner Premium

Traditional Method: 20 emails and phone calls for sharing and quote requests, manual Excel and ERP entry for every order, time wasted explaining cargo requirements to every carrier.

Public Showcase with Truckscanner Premium: Mass sharing via a simple portal link, automatic status updates, centralized quotes, and direct comparison.

How the Logistics Office Uses the Showcase Daily

Monday Morning: Weekly Planning

  1. Check commercial orders to be fulfilled
  2. Publish requests on Truckscanner
  3. Share the showcase link in the WhatsApp supplier group
  4. Offers arrive organized and ready for review

Mid-Week: Managing Urgencies

  • Urgency? Publish and the showcase updates instantly
  • Suppliers who check regularly see it immediately
  • No panic phone calls required

Monthly Report: Automatic Data

  • Export statistics from the dashboard
  • Analyze volumes handled, suppliers used, and overall performance
  • Management sees the clear value of the logistics department

Implementation: How to Start Right Away

Initial Setup (10 minutes)

  1. Company registration on Truckscanner
  2. Enter basic data (facilities, warehouses)
  3. Customize your logistics office description
  4. Customize your official showcase link

Week One: Testing with Trusted Suppliers

  • Publish 2-3 requests
  • Share the link with trusted suppliers
  • Gather feedback and optimize the process

Full Rollout: Make It the Standard

  • Add the link to your email signature
  • Communicate the portal to all suppliers
  • Use it as your primary communication tool

Logistics Office FAQ

"Does it integrate with our ERP?" Yes, we offer APIs and support for integration with major management systems.

"Do suppliers need to register to view it?" No, the showcase is public. To place bids, they must register (for free).

"Can we have multiple office users?" Yes, unlimited users with differentiated roles are available.

"What about data security?" GDPR compliant, EU-based hosting, and you choose which information to make public.

Measurable Business Benefits

Immediate ROI

  • Time saved: 10 hours/week for the department
  • Transport cost reduction: -10% thanks to increased competition
  • Active suppliers: +30% in 3 months
  • Communication errors: -90%

Critical Intangible Benefits

  • Professional and digital brand image
  • Less stressed logistics department
  • Better supplier collaboration
  • Greater transparency for management

Your Logistics Department Deserves a Professional Portal

Stop managing millions of euros in transport with inadequate tools. It’s time to give your logistics department the professional digital tools it deserves.