Who is a consignor?

In modern logistics, a consignor is not just someone who sends goods. It is an entire node in the supply chain. It can be a manufacturer who delivers products from the factory, a distributor who distributes goods among partners, or a retailer who supplies stores with the necessary inventory.

What unites these players? Complex logistics, with high stakes in terms of reliability, time, and costs.

Typical consignor pain points

1. Time-consuming communication. To organize a single route, a logistician has to make dozens of calls: check if there is a free vehicle, agree on the cost, and prepare the documents.

2. Risks when working with new carriers. Without verified data, it is difficult to assess the reliability of a partner.

3. Unstable prices. Each delivery requires new coordination. Without a transparent process, losses occur.

4. Lack of control over the location of cargo and the work of the driver. Without a tracking system, these are open questions.

5. Fragmented processes. Documents in Excel, correspondence in messengers, prices in email. No integrated solution.

What CONSOLID.AI changes

CONSOLID is not just a platform for buying and selling free space in transport, but a logistics ecosystem for managing all operations. It allows you to create routes, conduct tenders, work with documents, track cargo movements, and perform analytics — all in a single interface. This means fewer Excel spreadsheets, fewer phone calls, and less human error.

One environment for all logistics

CONSOLID brings the customer and the contractor together in one working environment: all processes — from creating a route to monitoring payments — take place within the system. No more wasting time searching for contacts, sending tables and documents, and manually checking prices. If you need to organize 10 routes, there is no need to write to each carrier. It takes just 15 minutes to launch a tender, and then all that remains is to select the winner.

Tender module: save time and money

One of the most powerful tools in CONSOLID is the tender system. Instead of calling 10–15 carriers, the logistician simply puts the shipment up for tender and receives a list of offers within 15–20 minutes. To create a tender, you need to specify:

• the exact conditions of the shipment,

• set a maximum price,

• select the completion date.

The winner is not necessarily the cheapest, but the best according to a set of criteria: price, reputation, experience. The reduction in coordination time can be up to 2 hours per shipment. And competition between carriers allows you to reduce costs by up to 30%.

Importantly, participants do not see the names of other competitors, only their bids, which maintains confidentiality. This allows you to create real competition between carriers, which means reducing the cost of routes and simultaneously improving quality.

Real-time tracking

The system implements GPS tracking of cargo. A mobile application has been created, which the driver needs to download in order to mark loading and unloading points, broadcast their route and cargo movement. 

In addition, tracking can be transferred to any customer via a link — even if they do not use CONSOLID. The consignor can see in real time where the cargo is, whether it has deviated from the route, and whether there have been any delays. This allows you to:

• plan warehouse operations,

• respond to emergencies in a timely manner,

• reduce the number of calls between all participants in the process.

Secure environment and carrier rating

All CONSOLID users are checked through YouControl and court registers for open court cases, existing fines, debts, and other unpleasant facts affecting their reputation. This filters out random and unreliable participants.

There is also a closed internal carrier rating based on completed routes, quality of work, loading speed, etc. The system can recommend certain companies with a good reputation. However, this is often unnecessary, because when a new consignor joins CONSOLID, all carriers receive a notification letter and can offer their services. Consignors know that there are no random companies in the ecosystem, so they choose from among proven players. This creates an additional level of trust between the parties.

Cargo consolidation: when everyone wins

One of the most powerful tools in the CONSOLID system is the CONSOLID Match module, which allows you to effectively combine cargo from different consignors to fully load the transport. The idea is simple: if you don't load the vehicle completely, we help you find cargo that fits the route, or vice versa — we find a route for your cargo so that it doesn't travel “half-empty.”

This solution is especially useful for small and medium-sized businesses that do not have consistently large volumes to use FTL (Full Truck Load). But large manufacturers also benefit, as they can avoid transport downtime, optimize logistics, and even earn additional income from transporting their partners' cargo.

What does cargo consolidation in CONSOLID offer?

1. Cost savings. You don't pay for “empty space” in the truck. The cost of the route is distributed among the cargo owners, which significantly reduces transportation costs.

2. Route optimization. The number of routes, fuel consumption, and equipment wear and tear are reduced, making logistics more environmentally friendly and predictable.

3. Less damage, more trust. Fewer routes mean less overloading. This means that goods will arrive intact and customers will be satisfied.

4. New opportunities. For logistics companies and 3PL operators, this is a chance to expand their delivery geography, even without having a large enough fleet of their own. For retailers, it is an opportunity to receive goods on a regular basis. And for carriers, it is a chance to work more efficiently, not just “looking for orders,” but being part of a well-thought-out logistics ecosystem. Manufacturers or retailers with their own vehicle fleets can also transport their partners' goods, generate additional income, and strengthen business relationships.

5. Improved service. Thanks to predictable deliveries, customers always have the necessary stock, and the risk of delays or downtime in the warehouse disappears.

CONSOLID allows you to view and manage all these processes in one environment. The platform automatically selects the optimal cargo combinations, taking into account the route, weight, dimensions, delivery times, and other logistics parameters.

BI analytics for logistics management

BI analytics are available in the consignor's account. There you can see the savings from consolidation, changes in price per pallet, weight dynamics, and more.

The consignor can easily track:

• the number of routes in the selected period,

• the efficiency of carriers,

• changes in delivery costs,

• the impact of consolidation on savings.

Analytics is already included in the subscription and is available in a convenient format immediately upon logging into the system.

Reports on all routes are generated automatically and are available in your account. This allows you to make objective decisions and track which changes are producing real results.

EDI

CONSOLID supports electronic route applications, one-time contract applications, and payment obligations. All electronic documents are generated and stored in the system. This minimizes human error and saves time on document preparation.

Results

CONSOLID is designed for those who want to control logistics, not struggle with it. Thanks to automation, tenders, tracking, and analytics, consignors save time, reduce costs, and work in a secure environment. This is the new standard in logistics: transparent, convenient, and efficient. Whether you are a large distributor or a local manufacturer, CONSOLID helps consignors work faster, safer, and more profitably.