SA transport embraces high-tech solution

South African transport companies received a boost last year with the launch of the www.Bid2Load.com website and the response to this high-tech transport matchmaker is evidence of the need for technology-driven solutions in the highly competitive transport industry.

The website is a business-to-business platform established to provide an online trading marketplace for companies to generate business and source competitive rates on transporting bulk goods within South Africa and beyond. It is a central point where players within the industry are able to sell and buy transport services. The website is provides a synergy between companies' need to manage their transport costs, and the freight forwarders' continued quest to maximise their current capacity. The feedback from users has been very positive and has led to some clever technical improvements, ensuring that the new-look website is now even easier to use and even better geared to meet the needs of transporters and their clients.

Companies that require transport for loads simply visit www.Bid2Load.com and post their requirements online. Freight forwarders and transporters who have signed up to www.Bid2Load.com then bid for this business. This should minimise, or hopefully forever solve, the problem of transport vehicles making costly return trips empty.

The beauty of the system lies in its simplicity. It places the power to maximise capacity and increase business into the hands of the transporters, while customers can expect the best deal from legitimate transporters who are registered on the system.

It is fast, easy and cost-effective, and creates a win-win situation for both the transporters and customers. Simply visit www.Bid2Load.com, follow the simple instructions and you should be able to ensure that vehicle isn't empty on its return journey!