While Niedermaier Spedition handles all transaction processes digitally, Spedition Knecht uses the start-up's software to precisely track the whereabouts of their specialized frames for transporting glass elements and fully automate load carrier management. The software of the same name from the Dortmund start-up digitizes and automates load carrier management, enabling real-time tracking of pallets, containers, and frames. Dr. Philipp Hüning, CEO and co-founder of Logistikbude GmbH:
"We are very pleased to welcome two established medium-sized forwarding companies as partners. With our software, we support them in automating processes and thus improving the complex management of load carriers in a practical and targeted way."
From Paper to DigitalNiedermaier Spedition, based in Landau, aims to make its load carrier management processes more transparent and relies on Logistikbude for this. The application of the same name digitally represents all load carriers and transaction processes centrally. Once a month, the software automatically sends a
web link to all 250 exchange partners, through which they can view the stocks. At the same time, they are reminded to balance the exchange accounts in a timely manner. Anja Bachmeier, head of load management at Niedermaier and responsible for implementing the new solution:
"Thanks to Logistikbude, the dispatch of receipts is no longer necessary, allowing us to use our personnel resources more effectively and significantly reduce paper consumption."
Currently, the forwarding company is still in the testing phase of the solution. The implementation is expected to be completed by summer.
Automated ManagementSpedition Knecht from Rudersberg near Stuttgart specializes in the transport of window and glass elements for the construction industry. Through cooperation with the Dortmund load carrier experts, loss rates and misuse of the frames should be curbed. Dietmar Wiedmann, Managing Director of Spedition Knecht:
"In Logistikbude's software, we can track where each frame is and if it
has been returned – this significantly increases transparency. This is crucial for us because the frames are custom-made, which might need to be reproduced at a cost of up to 1,000 euros each."
With the help of the Logistikbude app, the forwarders' drivers scanned the glass elements both at pickup and when delivering to the construction site, making their whereabouts digitally traceable with a single action. Wiedmann:
"Our goal is to completely automate load carrier management so no one has to handle it manually anymore. The software automatically sends a warning if the frames are not returned – and finally generates an automatic fee if the agreed rental period is exceeded."
Additionally, photos could be taken with the app to document the condition of returned frames and any possible damages.
"This way, Logistikbude promotes responsible handling of load carriers," adds Wiedmann. Currently, the forwarding company is testing the new processes
together with one of their customers based on a fixed load carrier pool. In perspective, however, the delivery area should be expanded, and the number gradually increased so that up to 4,000 frames can be managed with the help of Logistikbude.
Strategic DevelopmentFor example, at the Nagel-Group, load carriers are also managed using the start-up across more than 130 locations. Hüning:
"Especially in the transport and logistics industry, where load carrier management is particularly demanding due to the core business, there is a need for an efficient, digital solution to relieve employees – and that is exactly what we can offer."
To meet the needs of forwarding customers, the software solution is continuously adapted and optimized. Recently, for example, account statements from exchange partners can now be uploaded directly onto the platform, regardless of the file format. The software automatically processes the files and reconciles them with its bookings, eliminating
