Dock scheduling can significantly improve operational efficiency at inbound and outbound facilities. You can eliminate a lot of manual work like emails and phone calls, as Conduit can look at your data to determine if a dock is available. Carriers can also check-in online. So, the benefits of dock scheduling include fewer scheduling conflicts, smoother manual processes and higher customer satisfaction. Carriers are able to visit your white-labeled online portal to book directly with your facility, saving the hassle of needing to take the phone call and enter it into your appointment tracking spreadsheet and calendar. Facility operators have full control as to whether to accept, reject, or reschedule an appointment. Carriers and drivers upon arrival are ushered through Conduit’s check-in system, that covers everything from BOL upload, driver license verification and storage, to online text messaging for communicating with a driver throughout. You can either use your existing shipping and receiving clerks, custom tablets and kiosks, or install Conduit's QR Code banners where drivers can sign in without even leaving their cab. Facilities and customers include manufacturing plants, warehouses, distribution centers, fulfillment centers, freight forwarders, 3PLs, and retailers.