Freight Forwarding Process Overview
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Freight Forwarding Process Overview

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What happens when empty provisioning and return is requested for cargo carrying containers?

  • Empty provisioning is not applicable for cargo carrying containers.
  • The number of containers can be changed in the item details.
  • Separate container units for provisioning only are created. (correct)
  • The container unit is not blocked for planning.

    • If the ordering party organizes the pickup of an empty container, what is the planning stage set to?

  • Completed
  • Ready for Planning
  • Not relevant for planning (correct)
  • Pending Confirmation

    • What is the block reason assigned to a container unit created for empty provisioning and return?

  • Cancelled
  • Scheduled for Dispatch
  • Awaiting Confirmation
  • Not Ready for Planning (correct)

    • What must be adjusted in the freight unit building rule for railcar units?

    <p>It should create railcar units.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which units are currently not supported for empty provisioning and return?

    <p>Trailers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a gateway in transportation?

    <p>To consolidate and deconsolidate freight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Along with empty containers, what additional functionality is mentioned in the context of forwarding orders?

    <p>Calculating charges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which schedule allows the definition of transportation stops served by a ship?

    <p>Ocean Carrier Schedule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the ordering party communicate the pickup of the empty container in the forwarding order?

    <p>Using the container item in the forwarding order.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for differentiating empty container units for provisioning only?

    <p>To meet specific shipping requirements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors does the system calculate when generating departures?

    <p>Arrival and departure dates and times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be defined for each stop in the carrier schedules?

    <p>Cargo availability time and cut-off time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT an item that can be assigned to a schedule type in SAP TM?

    <p>Customer preferences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of a freight forwarder?

    <p>To organize shipments and act as an agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes international freight forwarders?

    <p>They have expertise in preparing and processing documentation for international shipments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of logistics provider is referred to as 3PL?

    <p>A firm offering outsourced logistics services for part or all of supply chain management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which document is typically reviewed by a freight forwarder?

    <p>Commercial invoice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these statements regarding freight forwarders is incorrect?

    <p>Freight forwarders primarily operate in a paper-based environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which carrier types are typically utilized by freight forwarders?

    <p>Ships, airplanes, trucks, and trains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining characteristic of a forwarder compared to a carrier?

    <p>A forwarder acts as a third-party logistics provider.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a service typically offered by logistics service providers?

    <p>Manufacturing products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of using a forwarding order template?

    <p>It saves time by pre-filling information for recurring transports.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a feature of a forwarding order template?

    <p>It allows for easy modification of transport dates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can forwarding order templates and forwarding orders be differentiated?

    <p>By different number ranges dedicated to each.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What limitation exists when using forwarding order templates for planning?

    <p>They lack support for freight calculations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is created when the customer accepts the offer in the forwarding quotation process?

    <p>A forwarding order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of information can be entered and saved in a forwarding order template?

    <p>Data that is consistent across recurring orders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true about forwarding order templates and forwarding quotations?

    <p>The principles of templates are identical for both types.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the LSP play after the customer accepts the forwarding quotation?

    <p>They are entered as the carrier in the freight order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a function of the forwarding quotation in the planning process?

    <p>It can be used to create freight units</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a forwarding order template lack compared to a standard forwarding order?

    <p>The ability to charge calculations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are charges calculated in the forwarding quotation process?

    <p>According to the transportation charge management set up</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be done when a customer orders a transport for a specific date?

    <p>A forwarding order must be created from the template.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must occur for the LSP to create a forwarding order from a forwarding quotation?

    <p>The customer must accept the quotation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the charges if the forwarding order's charge calculation is set to run automatically?

    <p>Charge calculation is disabled once calculated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of management is used for calculating charges in the forwarding quotations?

    <p>Transportation charge management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of assigning forwarding quotation types in Customizing?

    <p>To define item types and transportation modes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Freight Forwarding Process

    • Freight forwarders are third-party logistics providers (3PL) that organize shipments for individuals or other companies.
    • They provide a full suite of logistics services, including transportation, warehousing, and customs brokerage.
    • They typically arrange cargo movements to an international destination.
    • International freight forwarders have expertise in preparing and processing documentation for international shipments.

    Forwarding Orders

    • Forwarding orders are created in SAP Transportation Management (TM) to manage the logistics of a shipment.
    • Once a customer accepts a freight forwarding quotation, a forwarding order is created.
    • The forwarding order includes information about the shipment, including the origin and destination, the mode of transport, and the delivery date.
    • The customer may request the return of empty containers.
    • The system can automatically create separate container units for empty containers based on rules.
    • The freight unit building rule needs to be adjusted to create rail car units, in case of rail transportation.

    Calculating Charges

    • Charges for forwarding orders can be calculated based on a customer's request.
    • The charges can be calculated based on the transportation charge management setup.
    • You can manually enter the charges.
    • You can also have the system automatically calculate the charges.

    Forwarding Order Templates

    • Forwarding orders can be created from templates to save time.
    • Templates provide data entry for key fields of the forwarding order that repeat for different shipments.
    • Templates do not include dates.
    • The system copies the template data to the forwarding order.
    • You cannot perform follow-up activities, such as charge calculations, or HBL number drawing on a template.

    Carrier Schedules

    • Carrier schedules standardize transport stops by using a system that provides the following information:
    • Ocean Carrier Schedule: A sequence of transportation stops for a ship.
    • Carrier Flight Schedule: A sequence of transportation stops for a plane.
    • Road Schedule: A sequence of transportation stops for a truck.

    Departure Calendar

    • You can generate voyages, flights, and departures automatically.
    • The system takes into account transit duration, cut-off times, and goods availability.
    • You can also modify a voyage or departure.
    • You can define the following durations and times for each stop:
    • Transit duration
    • Length of stay
    • Cargo cut-off time
    • Availability time

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    Explore the essential elements of the freight forwarding process, including the roles and responsibilities of freight forwarders, the logistics services they provide, and how forwarding orders are managed in SAP Transportation Management. This quiz will cover both domestic and international aspects of freight forwarding, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the industry.

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