Creating Freight Shipments using Con-way
The main window is straight-forward and easy to use. Just click the Shipment icon to create a new shipment. Origin address and default shipment preferences will pre-populate to get you started. Below you'll find an overview of each of the main window components.
SHIPMENT ADDRESSES
Origin - The origin info is pre-populated with the location address from the workstation preference.
An alternate origin address can be populated in the Alternate Address fields.
When rating a shipment, rates will be based on your account ZIP code, not the alternate address location.
Broker - If a broker is being utilized on this shipment simply add the address by typing in the fields.
Destination - Simply add the address by typing in the fields or selecting from the address book, by clicking on the search icon next to the company name field.
Email Notifications - Clicking this box allows you to send email notification of the shipment.
The default settings can be configured by simply going into Preferences and the Email Notifications tab.
REFERENCE INFORMATION
Reference Information - The Freight Carrier field will auto populate with Con-way whenever the shipment is complete. The additional reference fields allows you to track your information for the specific shipment.
CREATING YOUR SHIPMENT
When the Con-way logo is orange, it is the active freight method on the screen. The right side of the screen is where you enter your shipment details.
Enter a pickup date, ready time and dock closing time
Add your Shipment Detail
Click on the Item icon in the Shipment info area. A pop-up window (see below) will appear and you can enter the description, package type, number of pieces, cartons, class, NMFC (Freight Code), weight, length, width, height, insurance value and whether the package is HazMat or stackable. Click "OK" and the package will be added to the shipment records.
You can click on the arrow icon in the list to bring the pop-up back and edit the package details. If you would like to delete a package simply click the minus sign under the stack header for the package.
Payee Information
Default Pay Method is Sender, you can set payee to receiver, consignee or third party by selecting from the drop down menu. In order to select the address for the payee, their information must be located in your addresses.
GET RATES
By clicking on "Get Rates" you will bring in the direct rates from Con-way. It will also confirm the weight, give a confirmation number and show the effective date with estimated transit time for the shipment.
SCHEDULE PICKUP
Once you have selected a service, you can schedule your pickup. You will see the shipment results once the pickup is scheduled. The status will change to shipped and Con-way will return their PRO# along with the day you submitted for pickup and a confirmed rate.
PRINT BOL & PALETTE TAGS
Once you've scheduled a pickup you will be able to print your Palette Tags and Bill of Lading.
CANCELING A SHIPMENT PICKUP
Canceling a shipment pickup in Ship Connect will simply change the status. You must also contact Con-Way to formally cancel your shipment.
