In logistics, everyone talks about optimization, but few solve real problems. One of them is underloading and backloading. Many companies have tried to create a system that would automatically find cargo for empty trucks, but almost all of these attempts have failed. 

Why did this happen? Because most of them are trying to adapt traditional mechanisms of tenders, exchanges, and AI assistants, which do not solve the problem of matching in real life.

Matching is not just about “finding a load for an empty car” or “picking up a car to transport cargo.” It is a complex system that takes into account schedules, loading zones, time windows, customs nuances, and even downtime penalties. Any schedule disruptions due to downtime during loading or unloading lead to delays and disruption of the supply chain. This makes the sale of free space economically unprofitable. What if it's international transportation with different customs procedures? It's even more complicated.

I see this as a separate specialization, a science, so to speak, that requires a deep understanding of logistics, route planning, and real business processes.  

That is why CONSOLID match is a digital solution that really works. We took on a complex task and developed a mechanism that makes matching automatic, fast, and profitable for all market participants. This is recognized by our partners and even our competitors. 

What makes CONSOLID match convenient and effective?

Closed format without public bids

Traditional transportation exchanges work like this: the carrier publishes information about the available space, and shippers look for what suits them. But this is inefficient. There is no public information in CONSOLID match. Cargo and vehicles find each other only if there is a perfect match, making the process quick and easy.

Full process automation

The human factor is the main cause of inefficiency in logistics. In CONSOLID match, everything works automatically. The created application is instantly analyzed by algorithms, and if a suitable option is found, the transaction is formed without additional actions on the part of the user. This reduces risks, does not create an additional burden on logisticians, saves time, and increases accuracy.

Use of consolidation operators

To ensure that users do not have to organize all processes on their own, we work through consolidation operators - logistics companies that take care of all organizational issues. By signing one general agreement with the selected operator, the client receives transparent terms, guarantees, and simplified logistics management.

Consolidation operators in CONSOLID.AI are mainly large logistics companies, but carriers with different sized fleets, manufacturers, and distributors with their own truck fleets can also play this role. 

Why does it work?

Optimization of shippers' time windows

Most companies do not think that they can synchronize their loading time windows and thereby increase transportation efficiency. At CONSOLID match, we use this approach, allowing us to combine shipments from different customers at a convenient time. This benefits retailers, carriers, and shippers alike.

Efficient organization of loading and unloading

An average logistician takes 4 hours to load a truck. But with clear regulations and the right approach, this time can be reduced to 30 minutes. This means that the truck will be able to set off faster, and the probability of a hit will increase significantly.

Instead of conclusions

The market for reverse loads and underloads is huge, but no one has learned how to manage it effectively. We have found a working model. CONSOLID match is not just process automation, but a real solution that allows logistics companies to earn more, cut costs, and work more efficiently. And we are only at the beginning of this journey.