DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT FOR TRANSPORTATION & LOGISTICS
Logistics document management software for every shipment, invoice and driver file
Carriers, freight forwarders, 3PLs and warehouse operations depend on bills of lading, proofs of delivery, freight invoices, customs documents and driver qualification files. Managing all these documents efficiently can be a challenge.
DocuWare captures and organizes every document, connects it directly to your ERP, TMS and finance processes and makes shipment records instantly available across your organization.
Solve the document challenges that slow logistics operations down
Every shipment generates documents that must be captured, shared, reviewed and retained. When bills of lading, proofs of delivery, freight invoices or driver records are delayed, missing or difficult to find, billing slows down, customer inquiries take longer to answer and compliance risks increase. DocuWare centralizes transportation documents, automates document-driven workflows and connects information across operations, dispatch, finance and compliance teams. The result: faster processes, greater visibility and fewer manual handoffs.
Invoice faster
Answer in seconds
Stay audit-ready
Freight documentation is going digital
Electronic freight documentation is transforming transportation operations worldwide. From eBOLs and ePODs in North America to eCMR initiatives in Europe, carriers, freight forwarders and shippers are replacing paper-based processes with faster, more connected digital workflows.
DocuWare centralizes freight documents from multiple sources and connects them to shipment, billing and compliance workflows. This ensures information remains secure, accessible and available wherever it is needed across the transport lifecycle.
How document management works with DocuWare
Whether it's a bill of lading, proof of delivery, freight invoice or driver qualification file, DocuWare moves documents and data through structured digital workflows, from capture and processing to secure access across your logistics operation and business systems.
Capture documents
Documents arrive from email, scanners, mobile devices, ERP systems, TMS platforms or customer portals. DocuWare automatically captures, classifies and links them to the correct shipment, customer, carrier or transaction record.
Automate workflows
Bills of lading, PODs, freight invoices and compliance documents are routed through defined review, approval and exception-handling processes. Responsibilities are clear, deadlines are tracked and every status is visible in real time.
Access information anywhere
Transportation documents and shipment records are securely available to authorized users across operations, warehouses, finance teams and connected systems, with version history, audit trails and instant search.
What transportation and logistics customers say about DocuWare
If a part gets recalled, we must find every customer we sold it to and now we can pull up every invoice! We can search by date, invoice number, unit number, even full text. I cannot believe how fast we find stuff in DocuWare.
Fred De Vore
Co-Owner, Peterbilt of Wyoming
Now we know at a glance which documents we have and which ones we don’t. And all these documents are instantly accessible whenever we need them. The compliance staff is happy that the document submission follow up with drivers is done automatically.
Justin Taylor
Compliance Manager, GSC Logistics
DocuWare for transport and logistics: Key use cases at a glance
Accelerate accounts receivable and cash flow
Your benefits:
- Invoice faster: Trigger billing as soon as delivery documentation is available.
- Reduce document chasing: Eliminate the need to track down missing PODs and shipment records.
- Improve cash flow: Shorten the time between delivery and paymen
Manage driver qualification files and DOT records
Keeping driver qualification files complete and up to date can be time-consuming.
DocuWare centralizes DQFs, MVRs, medical examiner's certificates, road test certificates, employment records and annual reviews, helping transportation companies maintain accurate driver records and simplify compliance with FMCSA recordkeeping requirements.
Your benefits:
- Keep DQFs organized: Manage driver qualification files and supporting records in one place.
- Track expirations automatically: Receive reminders for upcoming renewals and deadlines.
- Simplify compliance: Quickly access complete driver records whenever they are needed.
Streamline accounts payable processing
Carrier invoices, fuel bills, maintenance invoices and warehouse service invoices often arrive through different channels and require review by multiple departments. When invoices sit in email inboxes or paper stacks, approvals are delayed and payment deadlines can be missed.
DocuWare automates accounts payable workflows from invoice capture through approval and archiving, giving finance teams complete visibility into every invoice, approval status and supporting document.
Your benefits:
- Faster invoice approvals: Review and approve invoices from the office, warehouse or on the go.
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Real-time visibility: Monitor invoice status and payment deadlines in real time.
- Less manual work: Reduce paper handling and administrative effort across AP processes.
Manage warehouse and shipping documentation
Warehouse and shipping teams depend on accurate documentation to keep goods moving efficiently. Receiving documents, packing lists, shipping manifests, bills of lading, eBOLs and customs paperwork must be available when shipments are prepared, dispatched and delivered.
DocuWare centralizes warehouse and shipping documents in one secure location, connecting them to the corresponding shipment, order or transaction for fast retrieval and complete visibility.
Your benefits:
- Centralize shipment documentation: Keep warehouse, shipping and freight documents together in one file.
- Find records instantly: Retrieve packing lists, BOLs, eBOLs and customs records in seconds.
- Improve team coordination: Give warehouse, logistics and customer service teams access to the same up-to-date information.
Resolve claims and customer inquiries faster
Damaged shipments, missing proofs of delivery and billing disputes can quickly lead to customer inquiries and time-consuming follow-up. DocuWare centralizes documents, photos and shipment records, making it easy to access all relevant information and keep case processing on track.
Your benefits:
- Structured case management: Keep documents and supporting information organized in one place.
- Fewer follow-ups: Access all relevant shipment records without searching across multiple systems.
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Resolve issues faster: Quickly provide supporting documentation to customers, carriers or insurance providers.
Retain transportation records and stay audit-ready
Transportation companies must retain a wide range of records to support FMCSA and DOT requirements, IRS recordkeeping obligations, customer audits and insurance reviews. DocuWare helps centralize and securely retain transportation documents, ensuring records remain complete, secure and easy to retrieve.
Your benefits:
- Stay audit-ready: Access required transportation records whenever they are requested.
- Maintain complete traceability: Track document history, approvals and updates with detailed audit trails.
- Protect critical records: Secure access controls help safeguard sensitive transportation and compliance information.
See automated invoice processing in action
AI-powered processing for freight documents
DocuWare IDP automatically identifies document types, extracts key information and connects it to the correct shipment, load or business process. Manual data entry is reduced, information becomes available faster and document-driven workflows move more efficiently.
One platform for connected transportation document processes
Transportation operations depend on information flowing between drivers, dispatchers, warehouse teams, customer service and accounting. As freight documentation becomes increasingly digital, organizations need a way to keep documents and processes connected.
DocuWare provides a single platform for capturing, processing, managing and archiving transportation documents. With workflow automation, AI-powered data extraction, integrations and secure document retention, teams can access the information they need and keep freight operations moving efficiently.
Works with your existing business systems
DocuWare integrates with more than 1,000 applications, including SAP, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Oracle, QuickBooks, Sage or SharePoint. Documents can be accessed, processed and archived directly from connected systems, helping transportation and logistics teams work more efficiently without switching between applications.
Flexible integration options connect document processes with transportation and warehouse management solutions.
Sucess stories from transportation and logistics companies
See how transportation and logistics organizations use DocuWare to simplify compliance, accelerate document processing and improve access to critical business information.
GSC Logistics: Simplifying FMCSA compliance and audit readiness
ETC Holland: From mobile BOL capture to faster order processing
Peterbilt of Wyoming: Instant access to truck records across five locations
DAF Trucks: Automating more than one million invoices each year
Commercial vehicle manufacturer DAF Trucks uses DocuWare to process approximately 600,000 outgoing and 450,000 incoming invoices each year. Automated workflows, digital approvals and centralized document access reduce administrative effort and improve service for dealers and suppliers.
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