Type = API Reference,; Topic = Multienterprise Information Network Tower (MINT),;Persona = TraceLink Administrator, User,; Orchestration = Manufacturing, Logistics, Commerce,; Function = Supply Chain, IT, Procurement,

Routing Carrier Instructions APIs

The Routing and Carrier Instructions are essential in the transportation and shipping industry, providing detailed guidelines to ensure efficient and compliant movement of goods. These instructions allow shippers to define shipping preferences, specifying transportation modes, carriers, pickup and delivery schedules, and route preferences. They also ensure supplier compliance by guiding manufacturers' upstream partners on carrier selection and shipping terms, fostering consistency in inbound logistics. Additionally, routing instructions align shipments with cost, time, and quality goals, enabling carriers and freight forwarders to plan optimal routes and capacity utilization. Compliance with regulatory requirements is another critical aspect, as instructions often detail documentation needs, labeling standards, customs procedures, and handling protocols for specific goods like hazardous materials. By incorporating elements such as carrier details, freight handling needs, billing terms, and routing guidelines, these instructions improve coordination, reduce costs, enhance service quality, and minimize logistical and regulatory errors, streamlining the entire supply chain.

Routing Carrier Instructions (X12)

The Routing Carrier Instructions (X12) message provides routing and carrier instructions specific to a route.

• Message Type: MPC_ROUTING_CARRIER_INSTRUCTION
• X12 Format: 853
• Transform Names:

  • B2B_EDI_X12_853_RoutingCarrierInstruction_IB_V1

  • B2B_EDI_X12_853_RoutingCarrierInstruction_OB_V1

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