Multi-Modal Freight Planning Workflow

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Retrieve core shipment data such as origin, destination, weight, and cargo type from the Shipment Data Model.

Retrieve a list of available carriers and their service capabilities from the Carrier Data Model.

Sum the weights of all individual line items within the shipment to determine total freight weight.

Fetch existing freight rate quotes associated with the selected transit modes (Sea, Air, Rail, Road).

Execute a formula to sum freight rates, fuel surcharges, customs fees, and handling fees.

Create a new record in the Route Planning Data Model containing the selected multi-modal sequence.

Update the status of the original Shipment Entry to 'Planning in Progress'.

Create a task for the Logistics Planner to review and approve the generated multi-modal route.

Calculate the minimum (min) quote found among all retrieved carrier options to identify the cheapest route.

Create a new entry in the Booking Data Model once the route is approved.

Send an email to the selected carrier with the shipment details and pickup instructions.

Create a task for the Documentation Specialist to prepare necessary international shipping papers.

Update the shipment entry status to reflect that the carrier has been secured.

Send an SMS to the truck driver/carrier contact with the pickup location and time window.

Generate a PDF report summarizing the entire multi-modal journey, including timestamps and transfer points.

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