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In-Tool
IN-TOOL: The Intelligent EDI Bridge
More than just a submission tool—it’s your data’s final check for global compliance. IN-TOOL serves as the vital link between your internal freight forwarding systems and the world’s container carriers. By automating the validation and submission of booking requests and shipping instructions, IN-TOOL ensures your data is accurate, compliant, and carrier-ready every time.
Smart Validation & Global Standards
Stop worrying about rejected bookings or mismatched codes. IN-TOOL acts as an intelligent filter for your logistics data:
Automated Data Cleaning: The system automatically identifies and applies the correct codes for carriers, vessels, ports, locations, and container types.
Review & Amend: Built-in validation allows you to catch errors before they reach the carrier, reducing delays and administrative fees.
True System Integration: A seamless bridge that translates your internal records into global shipping standards.
Flexible Integration Options
We understand that every IT environment is different. IN-TOOL offers three primary ways to synchronize with your host system:
1. Linked Module (Folder-to-Server)
Ideal for high-volume automated processing.
Your freight system generates a flat file (e.g., .txt) to a watched folder.
IN-TOOL detects and processes the data instantly.
If amendments are needed, the sender receives an automated email detailing the corrections required for a successful resubmission.
2. Doc2Data (Virtual Print-to-OCR)
Bridge the gap between legacy software and modern EDI without complex coding.
Users simply "print" a job using the Doc2Data Printer Driver.
The system creates a digital image, scans it via OCR, and automatically populates the data into the correct IN-TOOL fields.
3. Automated Manifest System (AMS)
Streamline your US Customs and global compliance reporting.
Easily attach AMS information to any job.
Automatically generate and email PDF shipping instructions directly to the carrier’s AMS department, authorized agents, or brokers.
Why Choose IN-TOOL?
Eliminate Manual Entry: Reduce human error by pulling data directly from your existing job files.
Carrier Compatibility: Instant access to the latest carrier-specific requirements.
Legacy Friendly: Our Doc2Data technology means you can modernize your workflow without replacing your existing legacy software.