Load Optimization

Maximize Freight Savings

Optimize freight costs by consolidating LTL orders into more cost-effective truckload shipments using predictive AI and automated "what-if" optimization.

Truck Load Planning Software

Multi-stop Load Consolidation for Efficient Operation

Shipwell Load Optimization easily creates multi-stop truckload plans for order groups to help minimize shipping costs. The platform also ensures on-time delivery windows, and considers constraints like:

• Trailer capacity

• Driver’s hours of service rules

• Location hours of operation

Review and adjust plans, add or remove orders, and witness real-time recalculations for distance, estimated arrival times, and shipping costs by chatting with your In-App AI Assistant. Your load planners can run instant 'what-if' scenarios assisted by AI; adjusting orders, constraints, and routes in real time to find the best plan before committing.

Smarter Shipment Planning

Cost Efficiency

Consolidating LTL orders into truckload shipments typically reduces freight costs by 5 to 15% with analytics to track exactly where savings come from.

Time-Saving Automation

Automate route building, order consolidation, and constraint checks cutting the manual planning work that slows your team down.

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Error-Free Load Management

Automated calculations replace manual data entry, reducing the input errors that create downstream shipment problems.

Insightful Analytics

Track miles, carbon footprint, and cost savings across every load plan with reporting built into the same platform your team plans from.

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Powerful Load Optimization

Order Consolidation & Route Optimization

Quick and Dynamic Route Planning Made Simple

Consolidate LTL and FTL orders directly inside Shipwell whether you're using Load Optimization as a standalone module or as part of the full platform.

Reduce costs by efficiently packing multiple customer orders into the most ideal mode.

Our dynamic route planning adapts to real-time changes, eliminating the need for static plans and ensuring carriers follow the most efficient routes.

Managing Multiple Constraints

Run Multiple Shipping Plans Using Different Constraints

Run multiple shipping plans against different constraints (capacity, stop counts, delivery windows, ETAs, asset requirements) and compare them side by side to choose the right one.

Take control of your logistics by running multiple plans with different constraints, allowing you to perform insightful 'what if' analysis and choose the best shipping plan for your needs.

Built on Real Freight Data

Use Your Operation’s Rates & Data

Auto-lookup spot rates, historical rates, average LTL discounts, and delivery miles pull directly into your planning view.

Every scenario comparison reflects real market conditions.

Works for planners at any experience level, with no manual rate research required.

“Prior to using Shipwell’s TMS solution, it was a very manual process to manage shipments. We were relying heavily on spreadsheets to track orders, which really limits the number of carriers that you can work with. Using the TMS solution, we are able to connect with multiple carriers easily, which in turn allows us to compare different rates.”
Logistics Manager
Food and Beverage Manufacturer

The Right Business Fit, With More Value Add

Shipwell’s TMS platform stands out for its powerful combination of multimodal shipment planning and execution with real-time visibility for exception management, all on a scalable platform ready to simplify tomorrow’s growing logistics complexity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of shipments does Load Optimization support?

Load Optimization handles both LTL and FTL order consolidation, with multi-stop truckload planning built in. It accounts for trailer capacity, driver hours of service, delivery time windows, ETA obligations, and location operating hours so plans reflect the actual constraints your operation runs against.

Who is Load Optimization built for?

Load Optimization is built for logistics and transportation teams managing high shipment volumes across LTL and FTL modes. It works for planners at any experience level, from teams replacing manual spreadsheet planning for the first time to operations running complex multi-stop consolidations across multiple carriers and delivery windows.

How does the 'what-if' scenario planning work?

You can run multiple shipping plans simultaneously using different constraints, then compare them side by side before committing. Add or remove orders, adjust parameters, and watch distances, estimated arrival times, and costs recalculate in real time. Your In-App AI Assistant can run scenarios on your behalf through a conversational interface.

What cost savings can I expect?

Consolidating LTL orders into truckload shipments typically reduces freight costs by 5 to 15%. One Shipwell customer in food manufacturing went from no prior load planning experience to saving 20% on freight costs within a month of using Load Optimization.

How does Load Optimization use freight rate data?

Spot rates, historical rates, average LTL discounts, and delivery miles pull automatically into your planning view with no manual rate lookup required. This means every scenario comparison reflects current market conditions rather than estimates, giving your team a more accurate cost picture before committing to a plan.

Do I need the full Shipwell TMS to use Load Optimization?

No. Load Optimization is available as a standalone module, meaning you don't need to purchase the complete Shipwell platform to get started. It runs on its own Shipwell subscription.