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We recommend the Smartload.pl application to any transport company that wants to plan loading faster and more economically, gain time and professionalism in the eyes of its customers.
We are very pleased with the application due to the ease of use and its multifunctionality, thanks to which it meets all our needs. With the help of Smartload, we can plan the transport in a few minutes, which significantly improves our work.
Smartload.pl is a professional and multifunctional application which, combined with the intuitive use, allows us to optimally plan our loading, thus we deliver orders to our customers faster.
Thanks to the Smartload application, planning the loading of prefabricated buildings, even oversized ones, is intuitive. We recommend everyone to use the loading optimization application, which allows you to use 100% of the loading space.
Smartload functions
Use the entire vehicle space
Provide LDM and m3 on a regular basis
When you add subsequent SmartLoad provides you with occupied and available cargo space in the vehicle. SmartLoad also displays occupied and available vehicle internal volume in m3. You will know right away if another load will fit!
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Pallet groups in different colours
When providing additional loads, pallets belonging to individual customers can have different colours. Stackable and non-stackable pallets can have their own particular colours. Clarity and legibility of a loading plan will facilitate your work.
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Active and passive pallet stackability
Active PA — a pallet that can be placed on another stackable pallet.
Passive PP — a pallet on which another pallet can be placed.
Each pallet can have any of the aforementioned features. It can also have none or both of them. If a pallet has both of these features, it can be placed on another pallet and another pallet can be placed on top of it. A pallet having none of these features must be placed on the floor uncovered.
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Load height and weight inspection
A key element of load optimisation is the efficient use of space with regard to load length — LDM. It is additionally provided with load height inspection (with 1 cm accuracy) allowing the cargo space to be used in full. With SmartLoad your vehicle will not return empty to the depot.
SmartLoad also monitors load weight and compares it to the vehicle weight. If the permissible weight is exceeded, the software displays a relevant message.
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You will arrange standard pallets in your head in a minute. Problems occur when you have several types of non-standard pallets. It is no obstacle for us — enter pallet dimensions and quickly add them, and you will immediately get feedback if they fit in a specific vehicle.
Load Planning in Times of Driver Shortages
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It is estimated that in Europe alone, there is a shortage of more than half a million professional drivers, and the situation in Poland is no better. An aging workforce, growing customer expectations, and pressure to meet delivery deadlines mean that companies must look for new ways to increase o...
The Psychology of Logistics - How 3D Visualization Improves Team Communication
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In logistics, one of the greatest challenges is no longer just precise planning or cost optimization, but also communication between people. Freight forwarders, drivers, and warehouse workers often operate in three different realities—each with their own perspective, priorities, and constraints....
Load planning as an advantage in transport tenders
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In the transportation industry, where margins are increasingly tight and customer demands are increasingly high, companies that can demonstrate operational efficiency and an environmentally friendly approach gain a competitive advantage. One area that often remains underestimated is load planning...
ROI from a load planner – how much does a company really save?
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How much can a company really save with a load planner? The ROI in logistics can be visible in just a few months – fewer empty runs, shorter planning times, and more efficient utilization of cargo space translate into real savings for your company.
How to optimize cargo space and costs in Q4?
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The fourth quarter is the busiest period in the transport and logistics industry. A study by Malcom Finance shows that 57% of TSL carriers achieve their highest turnover during this time. However, a higher number of orders not only translates into higher revenues but also sharp increases in costs...
Smartload - real-time loading planning thanks to online teamwork
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Discover Smartload, an innovative software solution for load optimization. The new real-time collaboration feature allows logistics teams to plan and edit projects together online - faster, easier, and error-free.
Trends changing logistics - the need for modern tools
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Generational transformation, process autonomy, digitalization, the green economy, and supply chain resilience – according to experts, these are the five most important trends shaping the future of logistics today. Not only is the way goods are transported changing, but so are the tools logistics...
How load planning supports city logistics and micro-distribution centers
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The dynamic growth of e-commerce and increasingly high customer expectations for delivery speeds are making last-mile logistics and micro-fulfillment centers (MFCs) a key element of the modern supply chain.
How to prepare data for applications - good practices for forwarders and warehouse workers.
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3D load planners like Smartload are invaluable tools in logistics. They can shorten transport planning time, reduce empty spaces in vehicles, and lower freight costs. However, for the program to function effectively, input data must be complete and accurate.
3D Load Planner - How Does It Help Reduce CO₂ Emissions?
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Transport and logistics are facing a triple challenge today: rising fuel costs, pressure to reduce CO₂ emissions, and customers’ demands for speed and flexibility in deliveries. To meet these expectations, companies need solutions that simultaneously increase efficiency, reduce costs, and are env...
Loading taking into account axle loads - how to avoid penalties and optimize loading?
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Incorrect cargo distribution in road transport can lead to serious consequences: axle overloads, vehicle and cargo damage, and heavy fines. That’s why logistics companies increasingly rely on 3D load planning applications like Smartload to ensure compliance with local transport regulations in cou...
Smartload with new features and improvements: faster load planning and real-time teamwork.
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Smartload application, an advanced 3D loading planner, has just been updated to a new version that brings a range of significant improvements in performance, functionality, and ergonomics.
How does geopolitics affect logistics? Smartload to the rescue!
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In recent years, global trade has been experiencing increasingly serious disruptions. Maritime logistics - responsible for over 90% of global cargo movement - has become a direct hostage of geopolitical tensions: trade wars, armed conflicts, tensions in the Taiwan Strait, or attacks on ships in t...
Smartload - an application for optimizing loading planning
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Smartload is an intelligent application for loading planning and space optimization, a modern online planner for the TSL industry.
Palletization or Loose Loading - How to Optimize Cargo Arrangement in Transport?
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Efficient load planning is a key element of logistics and transportation. Depending on the type of goods and available space (pallet, container, trailer), you can choose between palletization or loose loading. Each method has its pros and cons learn when to apply each and how the SmartLoad app ca...
Black Friday and Cyber Monday setup in the TSL industry
Some of the most important days for trade (and not only) are Black Friday, which mainly consists of promotions in brick-and-mortar stores, and Cyber Monday, which focuses on online sales of items. Both holidays originate from the US, but in many countries they are becoming increasingly popular...
The 5S method, a step towards optimizing cargo space
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The Japanese approach to work has resulted in many methods and techniques of enterprise management. One of them is the 5S method, based on five steps: SEIRI (sort), SEITON (set in order), SEISO (shine), SEIKETSU (standardize) and SHITSUKE (sustain). The benefits of its use in the workplace includ...
Many different loads in one transport: a new feature that will optimize your loading
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In the transport industry, efficient and fast management of cargo space is the key to success.
Calculating road transport costs and load meters. How can you save on freight transport?
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Calculating the cost of road freight transport requires taking into account several key factors, such as the length of the route, fuel costs, cargo insurance, additional fees and the number of load meters occupied by the goods. That is why the accurate calculation of LDM (load meters) is such an...
Why is it worth using a 3D loading planner?
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3D load planning is the process of creating a graphical representation of the space in which a load can be placed on a vehicle, container, pallet or own space. The loading planning application is extremely useful in the logistics, transport and production industries. The software brings many bene...
Good manufacturing practices (GMP) and distribution practices (GDP)
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Good manufacturing practice (GMP - Good Manufacturing Practice) and good distribution practice (GDP - Good Distribution Practice) are norms and standards that have been introduced to ensure the quality, safety and effectiveness of pharmaceutical products and other products subject to restrictive...
Benefits of Lean Management
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Lean Management is managing an enterprise in such a way as to maximize profits and minimize possible losses. Effective implementation of the method requires the involvement of the entire team, appropriate work organization and systematicity.
Transport and internal logistics in the production plant
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Transport and internal logistics include, among others: on the flow of goods within a given enterprise and inventory management. The appropriate organization of these sectors has a significant impact on the efficiency and throughput of production processes.
Management of the maintenance department
The main goal of the maintenance department is to ensure production continuity, improve machine efficiency and minimize failures and downtime. Such activities are necessary for the proper functioning of the enterprise. Effective management of machinery requires flexibility and adaptation of strat...
Electronic version of the e-CMR consignment note
The international bill of lading (CMR) is one of the most important documents in transport, without which the transport of goods would not be possible. However, due to its paper version, many mistakes occur, which leads to difficulties when executing the order.
Logistics of the E-commerce industry during the Christmas period
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In recent years, customers have been increasingly choosing to shop online in the run-up to Christmas due to convenience and greater control over spending. Therefore, in this exceptional time, effective logistics management is a real challenge, because the traffic in online stores is huge.
Autonomous trains: how will they improve rail transport of goods?
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Rail transport of goods is a very effective form of mass transport. Therefore, the railway is also not lagging behind with modern technologies. Work on autonomous trains has been ongoing for several years.
Road transport in winter - how to prepare?
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The winter period is approaching, associated with difficult weather conditions, which poses a challenge for road transport. It is worth taking care of safety and familiarizing yourself with the applicable road traffic regulations in individual countries
Cabotage transport - what is it, advantages and disadvantages
Cabotage transport is a form of transport of goods that takes place within one country from point A to point B, while the vehicle is registered in another country. Currently, the term is mainly used in the context of road transport.
When is cargo suitable for courier shipment?
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In some cases, courier delivery is a convenient and more profitable choice than shipping goods through a transport company. This, of course, applies to small loads, thanks to appropriate planning of the distribution of goods.
Negotiations and Communication in the TSL Industry: The Key to Success
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Many aspects are subject to transport negotiations, including: freight cost, insurance or payment deadline for the order. The talks should take place in an atmosphere of trust, because each party wants...
Self-service warehouses - for whom? Advantages of self-storage services
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Traditional warehousing may not work for small businesses due to high maintenance costs. In recent years, self-service warehouses, which are characterized by flexibility and control over expenses, have become increasingly popular.
Problems of the transport industry
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The impact of global crises has a significant impact on the economy, including the transport sector. Manufacturing companies also register reduced demand due to inflation, which is why they try to reduce costs, most often saving on transport.
Outsourcing in the TSL industry
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Many enterprises decide to outsource some of their tasks to external companies. Thanks to this decision, companies minimize costs and increase the efficiency of their operations by focusing on specific internal processes.
Model SaaS vs On premise
The On premise model is local software, installed directly on the client's internal servers. The opposite is the SaaS model, which is made available to customers via the Internet. The choice between models depends on the individual needs of a given company.
Advantages of full truck loads
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In full truckload transport, the principal pays for the entire cargo space, regardless of how much space the given goods take up, unlike groupage transport. This solution gives many benefits for the carrier and the customer.
Organization of maritime transport
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Maritime transport in international imports is extremely important. It allows for economical and safe transport of various types of goods in huge quantities. Maritime transport is organized by sea freight forwarders.
Impact of artificial intelligence on the TSL industry
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is having an increasing impact on many areas of the economy. This directly contributes to the increase in efficiency and development of, among others, transport, logistics and even forwarding industry.
How does summer season affect the TSL industry?
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Every industry has its seasonality. In road transport, holidays are a difficult time due to the holiday season. The result is a decrease in the number of available cars and drivers on the market. However, this is not the only logistical challenge during the summer.
How to avoid delays in the delivery of goods?
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Properly organized company logistics are the basis of a modern enterprise. Timely deliveries increase customer satisfaction and minimize the risk of additional costs. Despite this, delays are still a common occurrence in transport.
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Transportation of photovoltaic panels
Solar panels are made of brittle materials that are easily damaged. Micro-cracks or scratches may later result in reduced device performance. Therefore, an important aspect when planning the transport of panels is their proper protection.
Logistics in the food industry
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The food industry faces many challenges every day. One of them is the storage and organization of transport of FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods), i.e. fast-moving goods, usually with a short expiration date. Such specificity of the industry requires careful logistic planning.
LTL transport - advantages and disadvantages
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LTL - Less Truck Load means the transport of goods that occupy only part of the cargo space, which is divided among several different buyers. LTL transport has many advantages, including: allows you to reduce delivery costs.
How does truck platooning work and what are its benefits?
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According to reports, in recent years there is still a shortage of professional drivers in road transport. One possible solution may be truck platooning. It involves connecting several trucks so that they are all driven remotely in a column by only one driver.
Truck driver - job specifics
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International Professional Driver's Day this year falls on May 12. On this occasion, it is worth recalling some facts about the work of a driver, because it is a very responsible and demanding profession.
How to plan the distribution of goods in the warehouse?
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Appropriate arrangement of products in the warehouse speeds up the entire process of goods flow. There are several criteria and planning strategies on the basis of which the appropriate place to store a given assortment is determined.
ITS - intelligent transport system
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Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) is a communication tool that supports transport management by connecting devices that process huge amounts of information. With ITS, it is possible to traffic optimization.
Cross-docking - how it works, stages, types, advantages and disadvantages.
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Cross-docking otherwise known as interdocking is a modern way to manage and distribute goods, thanks to which the storage process is reduced to a minimum. The delivery of the goods is planned in such a way that it is sent on to the customer immediately after taking over from the distributor.
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