What is local drayage in SAP TM-ADP-CSL-NAO - Network & Operations for Container Shipping Liners?

SAP Term: local drayage

• Component: TM-ADP-CSL-NAO

• Component Name: Network & Operations for Container Shipping Liners

• Description: The movement of a cargo unit typically by truck, rail, or barge between two terminals at a port when doing a transshipment. Also used when doing the same type of movement between a terminal and a ramp rail or barge.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Local drayage is a term used in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module to refer to the transportation of goods from a port or rail terminal to a warehouse or other destination. It is typically done by truck and is considered a short-distance move.
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP TM, local drayage is used to plan and execute the transportation of goods from a port or rail terminal to a warehouse or other destination. This includes setting up the necessary transportation contracts, scheduling the pick-up and delivery of goods, and tracking the progress of the shipment.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up local drayage in SAP TM, it is important to ensure that all necessary information is included in the contract, such as pick-up and delivery locations, estimated time of arrival, and any special instructions. Additionally, it is important to monitor the progress of the shipment to ensure that it arrives on time.
  
  Related Information: 
  Local drayage is part of the Network & Operations for Container Shipping Liners (TM-ADP-CSL-NAO) component in SAP TM. This component also includes features such as container tracking, vessel scheduling, and port operations.