Logistics Technology

TACT rates are IATA’s published air cargo tariff, but forwarders often sell at contract or spot rates. This guide explains the three rate types, how a rate fits into a quote, and how Modaltrans looks up TACT rates for routes departing from Turkey.

Built-in reports are designed for the average user, not your operation. This guide explains why self-service reporting — with flexible objects, fields, and access control — beats waiting on a vendor's ticket queue.

A tracking page is only useful if it reflects real data. This piece breaks down why most website tracking pages fail without TMS integration, and how a single embeddable HTML component fixes it — no API, no dev team, no full portal access required.

IATA's FWB error code standard covers 150+ codes — but only a handful actually halt an operation. This guide gives you the complete reference table plus practical explanations of the five most critical errors.

Choosing the right air freight marketplace depends on your volumes, main routes and accreditation status. This guide compares WebCargo, Cargo.one, CargoAi, AirRates and CargoBooking.aero on airline coverage, live eBooking, non-IATA payment support and contract rate management side by side.

Modaltrans WhatsApp Integration is now live. Give your customers instant access to shipment tracking, quotes, customs documents, and more directly through your company's WhatsApp number.

Ocean rates change faster than any other mode — GRIs, surcharge stacks and crisis premiums can double costs overnight, as the March 2026 Hormuz surcharges showed. This guide compares seven rate management platforms across three categories: market intelligence (Xeneta, Freightos Terminal), operational quoting (Freightify, Okargo, Cargofive) and marketplaces (SeaRates, Freightos.com). It covers what each does well, how they price, which questions to ask before a demo, and the most common mistake forwarders make when choosing.

Container tracking is the backbone of modern logistics, delivering real-time visibility into container location and status from origin to final mile. Using GPS, RFID, and IoT data, teams can preempt delays, secure high-value loads, optimize routes and schedules, and cut idle time and costs. The same data improves inventory planning and ETA accuracy for customers while creating an audit-ready trail for regulatory compliance. Bottom line: tighter control, fewer surprises, and a faster, safer supply chain.