FourKites Appointment Manager
Eliminate manual processes and enable proactive exception management.
Overview
FourKites Appointment Manager is a component of the broader FourKites real-time visibility platform. It combines dock scheduling with live shipment tracking data (ETAs), allowing facilities to dynamically manage appointments, proactively handle exceptions, and optimize their dock operations based on the real-world location of inbound and outbound trucks.
✨ Key Features
- Dynamic, ETA-driven appointment scheduling
- Integration with real-time visibility platform
- Carrier self-scheduling portal
- Automated exception management and alerts
- Labor and resource planning tools
- Analytics on carrier performance and dwell time
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Native integration with a leading real-time visibility platform (RTTVP)
- Ability to use live ETAs to dynamically manage schedules
- Proactive exception management capabilities
Unique Value: Connects dock scheduling to real-time, in-transit visibility, enabling proactive and dynamic appointment management that other systems cannot offer.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Dynamic appointment management for large enterprises using real-time visibility data.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Companies not needing or willing to pay for real-time visibility integration.
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike standalone schedulers, FourKites provides a holistic view, linking the appointment to the live location of the truck, thus turning scheduling from a static plan into a dynamic operation.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (All tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
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