What Is Shipwell’s Ocean Container Visibility?

Shipwell’s Ocean Container Visibility gives shippers complete control and insight into their ocean freight from start to finish. Instead of relying on milestone-based updates that leave you guessing, Shipwell delivers continuous, real-time visibility—from the pickup of an empty container, through the ocean leg, all the way to delivery and return. No blind spots, no surprises—just the information you need to make faster, smarter decisions throughout the shipment lifecycle.

How Does Shipwell’s Ocean Container Visibility Work?

Shipwell connects directly with your ERP, OMS, or WMS through APIs and webhooks, so updates flow into the systems you already use. That means everyone stays aligned across the organization and team members no longer have to chase information from multiple sources. Data is normalized across carriers and terminals, eliminating the headaches of inconsistent formats.

What Makes Shipwell’s Solution Different?

1. End-to-End Visibility
   Shipwell tracks containers from pickup to return, covering every handoff and transfer. This level of detail is rare among ocean freight transportation platforms, which often leave gaps in visibility.
2. Frequent, Accurate Updates
   Receive container status updates 1-2 times per day—far more frequently than platforms that only update at key milestones. You can react to issues in real-time, not after the fact.
3. Proactive Exception Management
   Unlike our competitors, the platform automatically flags critical exceptions such as rolled cargo, vessel delays, demurrage, and customs holds. This lets you prioritize shipments to reduce costs and avoid delays.
4. Unified Supply Chain Management
   Ocean visibility is fully integrated into Shipwell’s broader TMS, so you can manage order management, carrier selection, billing, and tracking in one place. This unified approach streamlines operations and reduces administrative overhead.
5. Advanced Analytics and Predictive Reporting
   Custom reports and predictive alerts keep you ahead of potential disruptions. Real-time notifications for ETA changes, port arrivals, and customs activity ensure you’re always in control.
6. User-Friendly Interface
   Shipwell’s intuitive design means less training, faster onboarding, and fewer manual tasks. One logistics manager in manufacturing reported saving 10 hours a week by eliminating manual status checks.

Why Does Ocean Container Visibility Matter for Shippers?

For shippers moving high-value or time-sensitive freight, visibility isn’t a nice-to-have—it’s essential. Without it, delays, confusion, and wasted effort eat into margins and damage customer trust. Shipwell solves these challenges by:

• Reducing delays and demurrage fees through proactive alerts and exception management.
• Lowering administrative costs by automating manual tracking and reporting tasks.
• Improving collaboration across teams and partners with standardized, real-time data.
• Enabling smarter, faster decisions with predictive analytics and unified supply chain management.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is ocean container visibility?

Ocean container visibility refers to the ability to track and monitor container shipments throughout their entire journey, from pickup to delivery and return. Shipwell’s solution provides continuous, real-time updates and proactive exception management for ocean freight transportation.

How does Shipwell integrate with my existing systems?

Shipwell connects to your ERP, OMS, or WMS via API and webhooks, delivering real-time tracking updates directly into your current workflows. This eliminates the need for manual data entry and reduces miscommunication.

What types of exceptions does Shipwell flag?

Shipwell automatically flags rolled cargo, vessel delays, demurrage, and customs holds, allowing you to prioritize shipments and avoid costly disruptions.

How often are container updates provided?

Shipwell provides container status updates 1-2 times per day, offering more frequent and accurate information than most competing platforms.

Can Shipwell’s ocean visibility be used as a standalone tool?

While Shipwell’s ocean visibility is powerful on its own, it’s most effective when used as part of Shipwell’s unified TMS, which combines order management, carrier selection, billing, and analytics in a single platform.

What are the main benefits for shippers?

Shippers benefit from reduced delays, lower costs, improved collaboration, and smarter decision-making, all thanks to Shipwell’s comprehensive ocean freight transportation visibility.

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