Our Technology
A key difference when customers choose Forward Air Solutions for
their distribution programs is the team of technology professionals
that builds and supports the essential product tracking and
communications systems that monitor shipments during transit. The
technology experts at Forward Air Systems Technology (F.A.S.T.) have
significant experience developing transportation technology systems
that provide the foundation for the systems we use in all parts of
our Pool Distribution network.
The F.A.S.T. team delivers technology solutions including:
- Scanning hardware staged in every delivery vehicle and throughout our stations
- Full integration with common third party inventory control software
- Efficient electronic invoicing availability
- Dedicated F.A.S.T. professionals assist with program start-up and continuous systems enhancments
Our Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) systems support industry standard messaging protocols and are easily set up by our F.A.S.T. implementation teams assuring you that the communication during start-up operations is well-tested and functional in both directions. We support the following EDI messaging standards:
- 204 Freight Shipment Load Tender
- 210 Freight Invoice
- 214 Freight Shipment Status
- 856 Warehouse Shipment Manifest
- 990 Freight Shipment Load Accept/Decline
For a demonstration of our systems and how they create advantages for your distribution programs, contact our sales and operations professionals who will show you each tool and how we effectively integrate them with our customers’ inventory and communication systems. They can be reached by email at solutions@forwardair.com or call 866-519-4225 for more information.