Load matching software that finds carriers before you pick up the phone
Reduce carrier dwell time by 60%. Fill every dock slot without a single phone call. Full visibility from gate check-in to departure.
40%
Fewer Empty Miles
15sec
Average Match Time
500+
Active Carriers
98%
Match Accurac
The Problem
Why manual load matching costs freight brokers thousands every week
Most warehouses still manage dock scheduling with phone calls, emails, and
spreadsheets. The result is predictable — and expensive.
Hours Spent on Phone Calls
Manual slot coordination via spreadsheets and email chains leads to
double-bookings, version conflicts, and zero audit trail.
Trucks Running Empty
Without automated reminders and accountability, no-show rates can exceed 15% — wasting dock capacity every day.
Overpaying for Spot Rates
No Visibility into Carrier Capacity
Carrier Relationship Fatigue
Load Board Overload
What You Get
How load matching software reduces empty miles and fills trucks faster
40%
Reduce deadhead miles with AI-powered matching
15s
Instant load-to-carrier matching
35%
cost reduction
Lower freight procurement costs
95%
fill rate
Maximize load fill rate
Fewer rejected tenders and cancellations. The right carrier for every load, every time
Trusted by Industry Leaders
Key Capabilities
Load matching software features: AI engine, marketplace, and carrier management
Appointment & Capacity Rules
Full control over every dock door
- Define time slots per dock door, load type, and direction
- Set maximum concurrent appointments and enforce buffer times
- Block-out periods for maintenance, shifts, or special operations
- Multi-site support with location-specific capacity rules
Digital Freight Marketplace
One platform for all loads
- 24/7 online booking — no phone calls or emails required
- Carriers can reschedule, cancel, and view appointment history
- Automated confirmation emails and SMS reminders
- Multi-language support for international carrier network
Carrier Management
Build a reliable network
- Carrier onboarding with document verification
- Performance scorecards: on-time, claims, acceptance rate
- Preferred carrier lists and blacklist management
- Automated compliance and insurance expiry alerts
Rate & Lane Analytics
Data-driven freight decisions
- Lane-level rate benchmarking against market indices
- Spot vs. contract rate comparison dashboards
- Carrier performance trends and cost-per-mile analysis
- Exportable reports for RFP preparation and negotiations
TMS & ERP Integration
- Multi-factor scoring: lane history, on-time %, capacity, price
- Real-time carrier availability from GPS and TMS integration
- Automatic re-matching when carriers reject or cancel
- Configurable matching rules by shipper, lane, and commodity
Ready to fill every truck?
Match loads. Not phone calls.
Join hundreds of shippers and brokers using TrucksOnTheMap to match freight digitally — faster, cheaper, and smarter.
Use Cases
Who uses load matching software? Brokers, shippers, 3PLs, and more
Load matching for freight brokerages at scale
Stop spending hours on the phone. Match thousands of daily loads with your carrier network automatically — and focus on growing your book of business.
- Instant carrier matching from your network
- Real-time rate benchmarking per lane
- Automated tender workflows
- Carrier performance tracking
Direct carrier matching for enterprise shippers
Bypass the broker markup. Connect directly with qualified carriers for your lanes and build long-term freight relationships that reduce costs.
- Direct shipper-to-carrier matching
- Contract vs. spot rate optimization
- Preferred carrier routing
- Compliance verification built in
Multi-client load matching for third-party logistics
Manage load matching across multiple clients with separate rules, rates, and carrier pools — all from one platform.
- Multi-tenant load management
- Client-specific carrier pools
- White-label matching portal
- Consolidated analytics per client
Multi-modal freight matching across borders
Match loads across road, rail, and intermodal corridors. Handle cross-border documentation and customs requirements seamlessly.
- Road + rail + intermodal matching
- Cross-border compliance automation
- Multi-currency rate management
- Transit time optimization by mode
Specialized matching for cold chain freight
Find carriers with temperature-controlled equipment, reefer certifications, and cold chain compliance — matched to your commodity requirements.
- Reefer-specific carrier matching
- Temperature compliance verification
- Equipment type filtering
- Cold chain documentation tracking
How It Works
How does load matching software work? Five simple steps
Step 01
Post Your Load
Enter load details — origin, destination, commodity, weight, pickup date — or import automatically from your TMS.
Step 02
AI Finds the Best Match
Our algorithm scores every available carrier based on lane history, capacity, price, and performance — in under 15 seconds.
Step 03
Confirm & Remind
Automated confirmations and reminders sent to all parties — reducing no-shows to near zero
Step 04
Track & Execute
Real-time visibility from pickup to delivery. GPS tracking, milestone updates, and exception alerts keep you in control.
Step 05
Analyze & Optimize
Post-delivery analytics: cost-per-mile, carrier performance, lane trends. Every load makes your next match smarter.
What Our Clients Say
Trusted by logistics leaders across Europe
“TrucksOnTheMap made our freight management best-in-class. Speed, transparency and premium control.”
Mr. T. Forray
Head of Supply Chain
Apollo Tyres HU
“The latest technology & beautiful design in every tool we create. So, road freight becomes fun again.”
Mr. T. Domonkos, MBA
CEO
TrucksOnTheMap
“With the online procurement we managed to cut costs and minimize the risk of disruption in our supply chain.”
Mr. B. Rafaj
Production and Logistics Manager
Saint-Gobain Construction Products SK
Load Matching Software vs. Load Boards
Load matching software vs. traditional load boards and phone calls
Phone Calls & Load Boards
The old way
- AI-powered carrier matching
- Real-time carrier availability
- Automated tender & booking
- Rate benchmarking per lane
- Carrier performance scoring
- Multi-modal support (FTL, LTL, intermodal)
- TMS / ERP integration
- Empty mile reduction analytics
- 24/7 carrier self-service
- Match in under 15 seconds
TrucksOnTheMap
The smart way
- AI-powered carrier matching
- Real-time carrier availability
- Automated tender & booking
- Rate benchmarking per lane
- Carrier performance scoring
- Multi-modal support (FTL, LTL, intermodal)
- TMS / ERP integration
- Empty mile reduction analytics
- 24/7 carrier self-service
- Match in under 15 seconds
Frequently Asked Questions
Load matching software FAQ: pricing, features, and how it works
What is load matching software and how does it work?
Dock scheduling software is a digital platform that automates the process of booking, managing, and optimizing loading dock appointments. It replaces manual scheduling methods like phone calls, emails, and spreadsheets with a centralized system that enforces capacity rules, reduces wait times, and provides real-time visibility into dock operations.
How fast can load matching software find a carrier?
By staggering arrivals through automated time slot management, dock door scheduling eliminates the clustering of trucks at gates. Carriers receive specific appointment windows, and the system enforces buffer times between loads — resulting in up to 60% less dwell time at the facility.
How do you handle delays, late arrivals, and no-shows?
The platform sends automated reminders before each appointment. If a carrier is running late, live ETA tracking (via GPS/telematics integration) allows operations teams to proactively reassign dock slots. No-show carriers are flagged in adherence scorecards for accountability.
Can we enforce capacity rules by load type or dock door?
Yes. You can define granular capacity rules per dock door, load type (full truckload, LTL, container), direction (inbound vs. outbound), and time window. The system automatically validates every booking request against these rules before confirmation.
How long does it take to implement loading dock appointment scheduling?
Most implementations go live within 7 weeks. This includes discovery, system configuration, WMS/TMS/ERP integration, carrier onboarding, training, and a pilot phase — followed by full production rollout with dedicated support.
Do you support both inbound and outbound dock scheduling?
Absolutely. The platform handles inbound receiving and outbound shipping with independent rules, capacity limits, and KPIs for each direction. Both flows share a unified dock visibility dashboard so operations teams see everything in one place.
What is a yard management system and how does it relate to dock scheduling?
A yard management system (YMS) tracks the location and status of trucks and trailers within a facility’s yard. TrucksOnTheMap integrates yard visibility with dock scheduling so you know not just when a truck is coming, but where it is from gate check-in through departure.
Does the carrier self-service portal work for international carriers?
Yes. The carrier self-service portal supports multiple languages and allows carriers to book, reschedule, cancel, and view appointment history 24/7 — without phone calls. It works for domestic and international carrier networks alike.
What systems does TrucksOnTheMap integrate with?
The platform connects to major WMS (Blue Yonder, Manhattan), TMS (Oracle, Descartes), and ERP (SAP, JDE) systems via REST API or EDI. GPS and telematics integrations provide live ETA updates. A full sandbox environment is available for custom integrations.
How does warehouse dock scheduling improve labor planning?
When you know exactly which trucks are arriving and when, you can staff docks precisely — no more overstaffing during slow periods or scrambling during unexpected surges. The result is typically 30% savings in dock labor costs.
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