Automated Check-Call Cascade

Automated Check Calls.Exceptions Detected in Under 3 Minutes.

FreightFlow360 runs a smart escalation cascade — GPS, SMS, AI voice, dispatch — so your team only handles real exceptions. Every check-call is automated, every exception is caught fast.

Works with any TMS. Connects via your email inbox. No integration project, no IT team. Setup takes 2 minutes and your first load is tracked automatically.

Smart Escalation

The Check-Call Cascade

Three escalation steps. Under 3 minutes. Fully automated.

Each step only fires if the previous one fails. Most loads resolve at GPS — your carriers barely notice the automation running.

1

GPS Ping

0s

Check MacroPoint / ELD for real-time location

2

AI Voice Call

~2 min

AI calls driver if GPS is stale or unavailable

3

Broker Alert

<3 min

Instant notification if AI voice call unanswered

Types of Check Calls We Automate

From pickup to empty call, every check-in is handled automatically. No manual dialing, no missed updates.

FreightFlow360 auto-determines the optimal timing for each check-call type based on proximity to pickup, delivery windows, and shipper requirements.

1

Pickup Confirmation

Verify driver arrived at shipper, loaded, and departed on time.

2

In-Transit Updates

Regular location and status check-ins throughout the haul.

3

Delivery ETA

Verify estimated arrival and alert on any delays.

4

Exception Response

Immediate escalation when anomalies are detected (stall, off-route, delay).

5

Empty Call

Confirm trailer has been emptied and driver is available.

Every check-call generates structured data that feeds carrier reputation scoring across all brokers on the platform.

How Automated Check Calls Work

Five steps from inbox connection to proactive shipper updates. No TMS integration required. Setup takes 2 minutes.

1

Connect your email inbox (Gmail or Outlook)

FreightFlow360 connects to your inbox and uses AI to parse load confirmations and dispatch sheets.

2

Loads are auto-discovered and tracking initiates

AI extracts shipper, consignee, dates, carrier, and driver info. GPS tracking via MacroPoint starts automatically.

3

Check-call cascade runs on autopilot

GPS ping first, then SMS, then AI voice call. Smart escalation handles every load 24/7.

4

Exceptions are detected and escalated

Late pickups, off-route deviations, stalled trucks, ETA slips — all caught in under 3 minutes.

5

Shippers are notified proactively

Milestone emails, exception alerts, and branded tracking pages keep shippers informed without broker action.

The entire process is zero-touch after connecting your inbox. No per-load setup, no manual triggers.

Connect your inbox and start automating →

Manual vs. Automated Check Calls

Manual Check Calls

  • 12 minutes per call on average
  • 6 check-calls per load (72 min/load)
  • Exceptions discovered hours or days late
  • No coverage nights, weekends, holidays
  • Shippers call you before you call them

200 loads/month = 240 hours of manual check-calls

Automated Check Calls

  • GPS + SMS + AI voice cascade in under 3 min
  • Zero manual calls for routine updates
  • Exceptions detected in under 3 minutes
  • 24/7 coverage — nights, weekends, holidays
  • Shippers notified before they need to ask

200 loads/month = 0 hours of routine check-calls

<3 min

Exception Detection

240+

Hours Saved / Month

24/7

Automated Coverage

100%

Loads Tracked

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about automated check-calls for freight brokers.

How does the automated check-call cascade work?

FreightFlow360 follows a smart escalation: first it checks GPS via MacroPoint. If GPS is stale or unavailable, it sends an automated SMS to the driver. If no SMS reply in 5 minutes, an AI-powered voice call reaches the driver or dispatch. If all automated attempts fail, the broker gets an instant alert. The whole cascade runs in under 3 minutes.

What if GPS tracking isn't available for a carrier?

No problem. FreightFlow360 automatically falls back to SMS and AI voice calls when GPS data is unavailable. Many small carriers don't have ELDs or GPS sharing set up — our multi-channel cascade ensures you still get location updates regardless.

Does this work with MacroPoint?

Yes. MacroPoint (Descartes) is our primary GPS data source. FreightFlow360 pulls real-time location pings and uses them as the first step in the check-call cascade. If MacroPoint data is stale or the carrier isn't on MacroPoint, the system automatically escalates to SMS and voice.

How fast are exceptions detected?

Under 3 minutes from the moment something goes wrong. FreightFlow360 continuously monitors GPS breadcrumbs, check-call responses, and ETA calculations. It detects late pickups, off-route deviations, stalled trucks, ETA slips, tracking gaps, and detention risk — then alerts the broker and notifies the shipper proactively.

How much time does this save per load?

A typical load requires 6 manual check-calls at roughly 12 minutes each — that's 72 minutes per load. FreightFlow360 automates 100% of routine check-calls, so your dispatchers only spend time when there's an actual exception. For a 200-load/month brokerage, that's 240+ hours saved monthly.

What types of check calls does FreightFlow360 automate?

Every type: pickup confirmation, in-transit location updates, delivery ETA verification, empty call confirmation, and milestone check-ins. The system auto-determines optimal timing based on proximity to pickup, delivery windows, and customer requirements.

Can I automate check calls without changing my TMS?

Yes. FreightFlow360 works alongside any TMS. We connect via your email inbox, not your TMS API. No IT team needed, no integration project. Setup takes 2 minutes.

How does automated check-call data improve carrier selection?

Every automated check-call generates structured data: carrier response time, response method, GPS accuracy, exception frequency. This feeds FreightFlow360's cross-broker carrier reputation model — giving you carrier reliability scores based on real performance data across all brokers using the platform.

Stop Making Manual Check Calls

Automate every check-call. Catch every exception. Free to start.

Connect your Gmail or Outlook inbox. Your loads are discovered automatically. Check-calls start running within minutes — no training, no configuration.

Works alongside any TMS via email integration.