What to confirm before the move.
Good freight execution usually starts before the truck is assigned. Use these points to make the requirement clear and surface constraints early.
- 01
Who owns the customer communication?
Document this item with the shipping and receiving teams. Clear, accurate details help the carrier choose equipment, confirm timing, and reduce last-minute surprises.
- 02
What assets and facility capabilities are available?
Document this item with the shipping and receiving teams. Clear, accurate details help the carrier choose equipment, confirm timing, and reduce last-minute surprises.
- 03
How are exceptions communicated?
Document this item with the shipping and receiving teams. Clear, accurate details help the carrier choose equipment, confirm timing, and reduce last-minute surprises.
- 04
Can one team coordinate transportation and warehousing?
Document this item with the shipping and receiving teams. Clear, accurate details help the carrier choose equipment, confirm timing, and reduce last-minute surprises.
- 05
Does the operating plan match your real requirement?
Document this item with the shipping and receiving teams. Clear, accurate details help the carrier choose equipment, confirm timing, and reduce last-minute surprises.
Turn the checklist into an operating plan.
Send RDF the available shipment details, including anything unusual about the commodity, sites, timing, or handoff. The team can identify remaining questions and recommend the next step.
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