What is 'empty backloading swap capacity' in SAP TM-ADP-CSL-NAO - Network & Operations for Container Shipping Liners?

empty backloading swap capacity - Overview

• Component: TM-ADP-CSL-NAO

• Component Name: Network & Operations for Container Shipping Liners

• Description: An agreement between two carriers to exchange capacity for empty containers only on the different maritime services each one operates.

empty backloading swap capacity - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Empty backloading swap capacity is a feature of the Network & Operations for Container Shipping Liners component of SAP Transportation Management (TM). It allows carriers to swap empty containers with other carriers in order to optimize their container utilization. This helps carriers reduce costs and increase efficiency. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the empty backloading swap capacity feature, carriers must first define the swap criteria in the system. This includes the type of containers, the origin and destination ports, and the time window for the swap. Once these criteria are set, carriers can search for potential swaps and initiate a swap request. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up the swap criteria, it is important to consider the cost of transporting empty containers. This will help ensure that any potential swaps are cost-effective. Additionally, carriers should consider using a third-party platform to facilitate swaps with other carriers. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The empty backloading swap capacity feature is part of SAP Transportation Management’s Network & Operations for Container Shipping Liners component. This component also includes features such as container tracking, route optimization, and shipment planning.