Trunk line transfer management system

Abstract

The invention provides a trunk line transfer management system. The trunk line transfer management system comprises a trunk line transfer task module, a loading module and an unloading module, the trunk line transfer task module is used for creating new trunk line transfer tasks and displaying the latest state of each trunk line transfer task; after a new trunk line transfer task is created, the system automatically generates a corresponding electronic waybill, and at the moment, the state of the trunk line transfer task is'to-be-transported '; the loading module and the unloading module are installed on the handheld mobile device, communicate with the trunk line transfer task module and can display trunk line transfer tasks. During loading, a loading module is used for positioning a trunk line transfer task of the transportation, a transport vehicle is associated, a package sheet is scanned for loading, and the number of packages is automatically counted; after loading is completed, the loading module confirms that loading is completed, and at the moment, the corresponding trunk line transfer task of the trunk line transfer task module displays'in-transportation '; during unloading, the unloading module is used for positioning a trunk line transfer task of the transportation, scanning a package surface sheet for unloading, and automatically counting the number of packages; and after unloading is completed, the unloading module confirms that unloading is completed, and at the moment, the corresponding trunk line transfer task of the trunk line transfer task module displays'transportation completion '.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of logistics, and in particular to a trunk line transport management system. Background Art

[0002] Globally, logistics and supply chain management are important components of the modern economy. With the booming development of e-commerce, cross-border and cross-regional logistics needs have increased dramatically, which has put forward higher requirements on the efficiency and flexibility of logistics distribution networks. In order to cope with the growing demand, logistics companies need to continuously optimize trunk transportation and warehouse management to improve the efficiency of cross-regional cargo circulation.

[0003] In South Africa, the logistics industry is an important pillar of the national economy, especially in supporting the supply chain of mining, agriculture and manufacturing. South Africa's logistics network is mainly composed of road, rail and sea transportation, among which road transportation dominates the domestic cargo flow. However, the logistics industry in South Africa also faces many challenges, such as insufficient infrastructure construction, poor connection between warehouses, and high transportation costs. In addition, South African logistics companies often rely on manual scheduling and imperfect information systems in cross-warehouse transshipment management, resulting in low logistics efficiency and high risk of cargo loss, which cannot meet the needs of the rapid development of e-commerce.

[0004] The trunk management process in the South African market typically includes the following steps:

[0005] Manual scheduling and communication: The creation and management of trunk transfer tasks mostly rely on warehouse managers to communicate and coordinate through phone calls or emails. Managers need to collect scheduling requirements from different warehouses and confirm the execution plan of the task with relevant parties. The entire process is mainly completed through phone calls or emails, which is inefficient and easy to miss key information.

[0006] Paper records and manual input: After the task is determined, the relevant specific information (such as driver information, license plate number, quantity of goods, etc.) is recorded through paper documents. These paper documents need to be manually input into the computer system by the staff for subsequent tracking and management. The whole process is highly dependent on the staff, and it is easy to have input errors or information delays.

[0007] Task tracking: During the task execution process, due to the lack of a unified management platform, the tracking of trunk transshipment tasks mainly relies on manual communication or non-real-time system records. Warehouse managers usually keep in touch with drivers through phone calls or emails to obtain information on the status and location of the goods. This method makes it difficult to track tasks in real time, and information is delayed and not transparent enough.

[0008] Waybill and handover: During the execution of trunk transit tasks, paper waybills are usually used as proof of cargo handover. The waybill contains basic information about the cargo, but due to the lack of a standardized format, the information on the waybill is often not detailed enough. During the handover process, the verification and confirmation of the cargo mainly relies on manual work, which is inefficient and prone to errors.

[0009] Therefore, an improved trunk transshipment management system is needed to optimize the flow of goods between warehouses and improve the overall logistics efficiency. Summary of the invention

[0010] The purpose of the present invention is to propose a trunk transshipment management system that can optimize the flow of goods between warehouses and improve the overall logistics efficiency.

[0011] In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides a trunk line transport management system, comprising:

[0012] Trunk transfer task module, loading module and unloading module;

[0013] The trunk transfer task module is used to create a new trunk transfer task and display the latest status of each trunk transfer task; the status of the trunk transfer task includes "to be transported", "in transport" and "transport completed";

[0014] After creating a new trunk transshipment task, the system automatically generates a corresponding electronic waybill. The information of the electronic waybill includes the information generated when the trunk transshipment task is created and the system default information. At this time, the status of the trunk transshipment task is "pending for transportation". The electronic waybill has a barcode;

[0015] The loading module and the unloading module are installed on a handheld mobile device, communicate with the trunk transfer task module, and can display the trunk transfer task;

[0016] When loading, the loading module is used to locate the trunk transfer task of this transportation, and the transportation vehicle is associated, the package bill is scanned for loading and the number of packages is automatically counted; after the loading is completed, the loading module is used to confirm that the loading is completed, and the corresponding trunk transfer task of the trunk transfer task module is displayed as "in transit";

[0017] During unloading, the unloading module is used to locate the trunk transfer task of this transportation, the package waybill is scanned to unload and the number of packages is automatically counted; after unloading is completed, the unloading module is used to confirm that the unloading is completed, and the corresponding trunk transfer task of the trunk transfer task module displays "Transportation Completed".

[0018] In the optional scheme, when creating a new trunk transfer task, the items available for selection include: date, transfer route, carrier company, vehicle information and driver information.

[0019] In an optional solution, after unloading is completed, a handheld mobile device is used to take a photo of the paper waybill signed by the driver and the warehouse manager and upload it to the trunk transfer task module for archiving.

[0020] In an optional solution, the trunk transfer task module can maintain the system default information, and the system default information includes the warehouse address and contact information.

[0021] In an optional solution, the number of packages counted after loading and unloading is synchronized to the trunk transfer task module to verify whether the number of packages in the two is consistent.

[0022] In an optional solution, the method for locating the trunk transfer task for this transport includes: the staff uses the handheld mobile device to scan the barcode on the paper waybill or searches for the trunk transfer task in the software interface to locate the trunk transfer task for this transport.

[0023] In an optional solution, the method of associating the transport vehicle includes: associating the transport vehicle by scanning the license plate number.

[0024] In an optional solution, the system default information also includes the distance of the transfer route.

[0025] In an optional solution, the system also includes a fault reporting module, which is installed on the handheld mobile device and is used to upload photos to the trunk transfer task module when an unexpected situation occurs.

[0026] In the optional scheme, the transport vehicles include owned vehicles and third-party vehicles. For owned vehicles, the vehicle lock has an identification code. After loading is completed and the vehicle is locked, the identification code on the lock is scanned by a handheld mobile device; for third-party vehicles, the transportation information is uploaded to the third-party interactive platform.

[0027] The beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0028] The present invention optimizes the flow of goods between warehouses and improves the overall efficiency, accuracy and traceability of cross-warehouse transportation. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0029] The above and other objects, features and advantages of the present invention will become more apparent through a more detailed description of exemplary embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which like reference numerals generally represent like components.

[0030] Figure 1 It is an architecture diagram of a trunk line transport management system in one embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] The present invention is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. According to the following description and drawings, the advantages and features of the present invention will become clearer. However, it should be noted that the concept of the technical solution of the present invention can be implemented in a variety of different forms and is not limited to the specific embodiments described herein. The drawings are all in a very simplified form and are not in precise proportions, and are only used to conveniently and clearly assist in explaining the purpose of the embodiments of the present invention.

[0032] It should be understood that when an element or layer is referred to as being "on, adjacent to, connected to or coupled to other elements or layers, it may be directly on, adjacent to, connected to or coupled to other elements or layers, or there may be intervening elements or layers. In contrast, when an element is referred to as being "directly on, directly adjacent to, directly connected to or directly coupled to other elements or layers, there may be no intervening elements or layers. It should be understood that, although the terms first, second, third, etc. may be used to describe various elements, components, regions, layers and / or parts, these elements, components, regions, layers and / or parts should not be limited by these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish one element, component, region, layer or part from another element, component, region, layer or part. Therefore, without departing from the teachings of the present invention, the first element, component, region, layer or part discussed below may be represented as a second element, component, region, layer or part.

[0033] Spatially relative terms such as "under," "below," "below," "under," "above," "above," etc., may be used herein for ease of description to describe the relationship of an element or feature shown in the figures to other elements or features. It should be understood that in addition to the orientations shown in the figures, the spatially relative terms are intended to include different orientations of the device in use and operation. For example, if the device in the accompanying drawings is flipped, then the elements or features described as "under other elements" or "under" or "under" will be oriented as "on" the other elements or features. Therefore, the exemplary terms "under" and "under" may include both upper and lower orientations. The device may be oriented otherwise (rotated 90 degrees or other orientations) and the spatial descriptors used herein are interpreted accordingly.

[0034] The purpose of the terms used herein is only to describe specific embodiments and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention. When used herein, the singular forms "one", "an" and "said / the" are also intended to include plural forms, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the terms "consisting of" and / or "comprising", when used in this specification, determine the presence of the features, integers, steps, operations, elements and / or parts, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, parts and / or groups. When used herein, the term "and / or" includes any and all combinations of the relevant listed items.

[0035] Example 1

[0036] Reference Figure 1 This embodiment provides a trunk line transport management system, including:

[0037] Trunk transfer task module (installed on PC), loading module and unloading module;

[0038] The trunk transfer task module is used to create a new trunk transfer task and display the latest status of each trunk transfer task; the status of the trunk transfer task includes "to be transported", "in transport" and "transport completed";

[0039] After creating a new trunk transshipment task, the system automatically generates a corresponding electronic waybill. The information of the electronic waybill includes the information generated when the trunk transshipment task is created and the system default information. At this time, the status of the trunk transshipment task is "pending for transportation". The electronic waybill has an identification code;

[0040] The loading module and the unloading module are installed on a handheld mobile device (mobile terminal), communicate with the trunk transfer task module, and can display the trunk transfer task;

[0041] When loading, the loading module is used to locate the trunk transfer task of this transportation, and the transportation vehicle is associated, the package bill is scanned for loading and the number of packages is automatically counted; after the loading is completed, the loading module is used to confirm that the loading is completed, and the corresponding trunk transfer task of the trunk transfer task module is displayed as "in transit";

[0042] During unloading, the unloading module is used to locate the trunk transfer task of this transportation, the package waybill is scanned to unload and the number of packages is automatically counted; after unloading is completed, the unloading module is used to confirm that the unloading is completed, and the corresponding trunk transfer task of the trunk transfer task module displays "Transportation Completed".

[0043] Specifically, a trunk line is a virtual line between two transfer warehouses. Multiple trunk lines can be created between two transfer warehouses, and each trunk line has a unique name for easy management.

[0044] Users can create new trunk transshipment tasks through the trunk transshipment management system according to logistics needs. Specifically, users first need to log in to the system and click the "Add" button in the trunk transshipment task module. An information filling box will pop up and users need to enter the detailed information of the trunk transshipment task. The items available for selection include: date, transshipment route, carrier company, vehicle information and driver information.

[0045] The transfer route refers to the determination of the departure warehouse, transit warehouse (if any) and destination warehouse: select the corresponding trunk line according to the departure warehouse, transit warehouse (if any) and destination warehouse to ensure the clarity and accuracy of the task route. The pre-set trunk line is set and managed according to the needs between transfer warehouses, and supports the selection of any of the multiple trunk lines between different warehouses.

[0046] Shipping company: Choose a company responsible for transportation, which can be self-operated logistics or third-party logistics, to accommodate different modes of transportation.

[0047] Vehicle information and driver information: The driver and vehicle information can be temporarily left unfilled when the task is created. Since the available vehicles and drivers are not clear when the transfer task is created (the vehicle needs to be maintained and inspected before it can be an available transport vehicle, and the driver needs to determine the specific schedule), you can fill it in after finally confirming the driver and vehicle information before the task departs to ensure the accuracy of the information.

[0048] Notes: If there are any special matters that need to be paid attention to during the execution of the transfer task, you can enter the information in the "Notes" box.

[0049] After the trunk transfer task is created, the status on the task interface will display "Waiting for transportation", indicating that the task has been created but has not yet started.

[0050] After creating a trunk transshipment task, the system automatically generates the corresponding electronic waybill. The electronic waybill records in detail all the key information of the trunk transshipment task, such as the departure warehouse information, transit warehouse information, terminal warehouse information, carrier company information, driver information, license plate number, and the distance of the transshipment route (since the actual route is not limited, this distance is an estimated distance), etc.

[0051] Users can print electronic waybills through the system. Simply click the "Print" button to export a paper waybill. The paper waybill will serve as proof of cargo transportation and will be used for task verification and handover. The driver must sign the paper waybill at the beginning and end of the task to ensure clear responsibilities.

[0052] In this embodiment, the trunk transfer task module can maintain the system default information, and the system default information includes the address and contact information of the warehouse and the distance of the transfer route.

[0053] When loading, the staff uses the handheld mobile device to scan the barcode on the paper waybill or search for the trunk transfer task in the software interface to locate the trunk transfer task for this transportation. The transport vehicle is associated by scanning the license plate number. The package waybills are scanned one by one, loading begins, and the number of packages is automatically counted. After loading is completed, the loading module confirms that loading is complete, and the number of loaded packages is synchronized to the trunk transfer task module. At this time, the corresponding trunk transfer task of the trunk transfer task module displays "in transit", indicating that the task is being executed.

[0054] The vehicles used for transportation include owned vehicles and third-party vehicles. For owned vehicles, there is an identification code on the vehicle lock. After loading is completed and the vehicle is locked, the identification code on the lock is scanned by a handheld mobile device to ensure the safety of subsequent packages. For third-party vehicles, the transportation information (including the departure warehouse information, the transit warehouse information (if any), the destination warehouse information, the driver and vehicle information, the number of packages, etc.) is uploaded to the third-party interactive platform.

[0055] In this embodiment, the system further includes a fault reporting module installed on the handheld mobile device, which is used to upload photos to the trunk transfer task module when an unexpected situation occurs. For example, when a package is found to be damaged during unloading, the warehouse keeper uses the handheld mobile device to take photos of the damaged package and transmits the photos to the trunk transfer task module through the fault reporting module. At this time, the trunk transfer task module can notify the management personnel to handle it through a pre-set communication method (SMS or email, etc.).

[0056] After the vehicle arrives at the terminal warehouse, when unloading, the staff uses the handheld mobile device to scan the barcode on the paper waybill or search for the trunk transfer task in the software interface to locate the trunk transfer task for this transportation, scan the package waybills one by one, start unloading, and automatically count the number of packages; after unloading is completed, confirm that the unloading is completed in the unloading module, and the corresponding trunk transfer task in the trunk transfer task module displays "Transportation Completed", indicating that the entire transfer task has been completed. The number of packages counted after unloading is synchronized to the trunk transfer task module for comparison with the number of packages during loading. If the number of loaded packages and unloaded packages is inconsistent, an abnormality will be displayed in the corresponding trunk transfer task of the trunk transfer task module to remind the management personnel to handle it.

[0057] After unloading is completed, use a handheld mobile device to take a photo of the paper waybill signed by the driver and warehouse manager and upload it to the trunk transfer task module for archiving.

[0058] In this embodiment, the trunk transit task module displays multiple trunk transit tasks. You can search and locate specific trunk transit tasks to view the specific transit time, carrier company, transport vehicle and name of the transit driver. If any package is damaged or lost, you can locate and pursue responsibility at any time. Batch download of electronic waybills is supported. You can select multiple trunk transit task items to download multiple electronic waybills at the same time. All trunk transit task items can be downloaded as Excel documents for storage.

[0059] In this embodiment, before departure from the originating warehouse, the warehouse manager will check the number of packages, driver and vehicle information. The signatures of both parties on the paper waybill ensure the clear division of responsibilities during the handover process and reduce the risk of errors. When arriving at a transit warehouse (including the transit warehouse and the terminal warehouse), the warehouse manager will re-check the information of the transit package, vehicle and driver to prevent any accidents and losses, and also facilitate subsequent accountability.

[0060] In this embodiment, the status of the trunk transfer task is automatically updated, and the user can view the status of the trunk transfer task in real time and understand the real-time dynamics of the goods, including whether the goods have arrived at the transit warehouse and the destination warehouse, to ensure the transparency of information.

[0061] If the driver encounters any problems during the transfer, such as vehicle failure, cargo delay, etc., he can directly provide feedback to the corresponding warehouse manager with pictures and texts, and the warehouse manager can directly upload the feedback content to the trunk transfer task system interface. After uploading, the system will automatically send a notification to the relevant person in charge and other related staff so that remedial measures can be taken quickly to ensure that the task is completed as planned.

[0062] The operation records, waybill information, status changes and handover records of trunk transshipment tasks are automatically archived by the system to form a complete task data chain. Once an abnormality or damage occurs during the execution of the task, the records provided by the system can quickly locate the responsible party, realize effective responsibility tracing, and reduce disputes caused by unclear responsibilities.

[0063] The trunk line transfer management system of this embodiment enables logistics enterprises to complete cross-warehouse transfer tasks more efficiently and accurately, bringing the following beneficial effects:

[0064] 1. Improve overall logistics efficiency:

[0065] Through automated task creation, waybill generation, and task status tracking, integrated management of the entire process from task creation to completion is achieved, reducing manual intervention and communication delays, and significantly improving logistics operation efficiency.

[0066] Standardized trunk line management methods make task scheduling and execution smoother, helping to improve the turnover rate of trunk line transportation and reduce idle time.

[0067] 2Reduce human errors and improve data accuracy:

[0068] Through systematic data entry and standardized processes, the manual recording and data input process is reduced, thereby reducing the risk of data errors due to human errors.

[0069] Before task execution and during task handover, the systematic waybill signature confirmation mechanism ensures the accuracy of all key information and improves the reliability of data.

[0070] 3. Improve transparency and traceability of logistics process:

[0071] The system provides real-time tracking of task status, allowing logistics managers to understand the current location and status of goods at any time, helping to deal with potential problems in advance.

[0072] During the task execution process, all operations and handover information will be automatically recorded and archived to ensure that the logistics process is transparent and traceable. Once a problem occurs, the specific link and responsible person can be quickly located.

[0073] 4. Optimize resource allocation and flexible management:

[0074] The system allows flexible creation and adjustment of trunk line configurations based on business needs (for example, if the demand for transshipment between two warehouses is high, several virtual trunk lines between the two warehouses can be configured, such as Johannesburg Warehouse-Durban Warehouse 1, Johannesburg Warehouse-Durban Warehouse 2, in case there is no option for this trunk line when creating a trunk line task. Or if a new warehouse is added to a certain area, a new corresponding trunk line can be configured at any time). Due to the virtual nature of the trunk line, the driver can adjust the actual transportation route according to the needs of different goods, thereby optimizing the configuration of vehicles and personnel and improving resource utilization efficiency.

[0075] Flexible management methods enable logistics companies to respond quickly to changes in market demand and enhance the adaptability of the logistics system.

[0076] 5. Enhance the reliability and security of task handover:

[0077] The standardized waybill generation and handover confirmation mechanism makes the task handover process more reliable. Each task handover has a clear division of responsibilities, reducing the loss and damage of goods due to improper handover.

[0078] The waybill includes detailed information about the goods, driver and route, so that every link in the handover process is effectively recorded, ensuring the safety of the goods at different links.

[0079] 6. Improve the management efficiency of logistics enterprises:

[0080] The system automatically archives the operation records of all trunk transfer tasks, making it easier for managers to audit and optimize the task execution process and reducing the workload of manual auditing.

[0081] Systematic management and recording of data provides logistics companies with accurate data support, which helps to make better business decisions and continuous improvements.

[0082] 7. Exception handling and risk control:

[0083] During the transportation process, the system's abnormal detection and real-time notification functions can effectively reduce the risks in task execution. When an abnormal situation occurs (transportation tasks are not completed on time, abnormal feedback uploaded manually), the system can immediately notify relevant personnel so that they can take countermeasures quickly and minimize economic losses.

[0084] 8Support multi-party collaboration and integrated management:

[0085] The trunk transfer management system supports information sharing and process collaboration among staff at all stages of the transfer task, reducing information asymmetry in communication and improving the operational efficiency of the entire logistics process.

[0086] Integrated management methods can effectively reduce delays and misunderstandings caused by poor communication, making the entire logistics process smoother and more efficient.

[0087] The above description is only a description of the preferred embodiments of the present invention, and is not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. Any changes or modifications made by a person skilled in the art in the field of the present invention based on the above disclosure shall fall within the scope of protection of the claims.

Claims

1. A trunk line transport management system, characterized in that: include: Trunk transfer task module, loading module and unloading module; The trunk transfer task module is used to create a new trunk transfer task and display the latest status of each trunk transfer task; the status of the trunk transfer task includes "to be transported", "in transport" and "transport completed"; After creating a new trunk transshipment task, the system automatically generates a corresponding electronic waybill. The information of the electronic waybill includes the information generated when the trunk transshipment task is created and the system default information. At this time, the status of the trunk transshipment task is "pending transportation". The electronic waybill has a barcode; The loading module and the unloading module are installed on a handheld mobile device, communicate with the trunk transfer task module, and can display the trunk transfer task; When loading, use the loading module to locate the trunk transfer task of this transportation, associate the transportation vehicle, scan the package bill to load and automatically count the number of packages; after loading is completed, confirm the completion of loading in the loading module, and the corresponding trunk transfer task in the trunk transfer task module will display "in transit"; During unloading, the unloading module is used to locate the trunk transfer task of this transportation, the package bill is scanned to unload and the number of packages is automatically counted; after unloading is completed, the unloading module confirms that the unloading is completed, and the corresponding trunk transfer task of the trunk transfer task module displays "Transportation Completed".

2. The trunk line transport management system according to claim 1, characterized in that: When creating a new trunk transfer task, the items available for selection include: date, transfer route, carrier company, vehicle information and driver information.

3. The trunk line transport management system according to claim 1, characterized in that: After unloading is completed, use a handheld mobile device to take a photo of the paper waybill signed by the driver and warehouse manager and upload it to the trunk transfer task module for archiving.

4. The trunk line transport management system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The trunk transfer task module can maintain the system default information, and the system default information includes the address and contact information of the warehouse.

5. The trunk line transport management system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The number of packages counted after loading and unloading is synchronized to the trunk transfer task module to verify whether the number of packages in the two is consistent.

6. The trunk line transport management system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The method for locating the trunk transfer task of this transportation includes: the staff uses the handheld mobile device to scan the barcode on the paper waybill or searches for the trunk transfer task in the software interface to locate the trunk transfer task of this transportation.

7. The trunk line transport management system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The method of associating the transport vehicle includes associating the transport vehicle by scanning the license plate number.

8. The trunk line transport management system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The system default information also includes the distance of the transfer route.

9. The trunk line transport management system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The system also includes a fault reporting module installed on the handheld mobile device, which is used to upload photos to the trunk transfer task module when an unexpected situation occurs.

10. The trunk line transport management system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The vehicles used for transportation include owned vehicles and third-party vehicles. For owned vehicles, the vehicle locks have identification codes. After loading is completed and the vehicle is locked, the identification code on the lock is scanned using a handheld mobile device. For third-party vehicles, the transportation information is uploaded to the third-party interactive platform.

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