Cargo Rate Management
Cargo Rate Management Software — 8 Rate Models Built In
From per-kg slab rates to km-slab monthly pro-rata and per-piece delivery billing — Softpal Cargo covers every freight contract structure with 8 customer rate models and 4 vendor rate models. No custom development needed.
8 Customer Rate Models — Every Freight Contract Covered
Configure the right rate model per customer contract — no custom development, no workarounds.
Consignee + Vehicle + Route
Rate defined by consignee, vehicle type, and point-to-point route. Auto-creates loading/unloading charges from contract config. Multi-LR freight uses highest-trip rate; remaining LRs priced at zero.
Model 1 + Auto Charges + Multi-LR
Everything in Model 1 plus auto-fetch of additional delivery charges from contract. One trip with multiple LRs applies the freight of the longest route (highest freight) and zeros remaining LRs automatically.
Destination + Weight Slab + Multi-Point
Rate by destination location and weight slab, supporting one-and-multipoint pickups and deliveries. Includes auto loading/unloading charges and multi-LR longest-trip freight logic.
Adhoc Spot Bidding
LR booking with manual rate entry for spot and adhoc freight requirements. No contract required — ideal for one-off shipments and last-minute truck placements at negotiated rates.
Total Vehicle Weight + Vehicle Type
Freight calculated on total weight of all LRs in one vehicle, rated by vehicle type. Total freight assigned to the first LR; all remaining LRs in the same vehicle are priced at zero.
Per Kg Rate — Weight Slabs
Per kilogram rate configured across weight slabs. Freight auto-calculated based on consignment weight against the applicable slab — ideal for part-load and LCL cargo movements.
Km Slab + Pro-Rata Monthly
Vehicle type and kilometre slab pricing on a pro-rata basis for the number of days the vehicle is present. Calculated per month with mandatory km entry for every trip.
Per Piece Rate on Delivery
Rate applied per piece of cargo delivered. Billing is prepared based on actual delivery count — ideal for last-mile distribution contracts where billing follows successful delivery.
Key Features of Softpal Cargo Rate Management
Beyond rate models — bid systems, global quote, auto-charges, and margin visibility built in.
8 Customer Rate Models — Every Contract Structure Covered
From simple point-to-point consignee rates (Model 1) to weight-slab per-kg pricing (Model 6), monthly pro-rata km-slab contracts (Model 7), and per-piece delivery billing (Model 8) — Softpal Cargo covers every freight contract structure without custom development.
4 Vendor Rate Models — Accurate Cost Control
Vendor rates mirror customer rate structures — consignee/vehicle/route rates, per-kg slab rates, km-slab monthly pro-rata, and per-piece delivery billing. Auto-fetch loading/unloading charges and multi-LR freight logic ensure vendor costs are calculated accurately every time.
Spot Bidding & Adhoc Rates — No Contract Needed
Model 4 enables LR booking with manual rate entry for spot freight and adhoc requirements. Combined with the bid system, you can get real-time quotes from 3,167+ vehicle vendors and accept the best price — without any pre-configured contract.
Global Quote — Compare All Vendors in One Screen
The Global Quote screen compares rates from domestic couriers, international carriers, cargo vendors, and vehicle vendors simultaneously — by postal code, vehicle model, packing type, and weight. Rates are displayed with estimated delivery time and contact option for each vendor.
Auto Loading/Unloading & Multi-LR Freight Logic
Rate Models 1, 2, and 3 automatically create loading and unloading charges from the contract configuration — no manual entry. When one trip carries multiple LRs, the highest freight route is applied to the first LR, and remaining LRs are automatically set to zero with charges auto-assigned.
Separate Customer & Vendor Rate Contracts — Full Margin Visibility
Customer rates and vendor rates are configured independently with separate contract templates, rate models, and billing cycles. This gives you per-consignment margin visibility — knowing exactly what you charge customers versus what you pay vendors on every movement.
Softpal Cargo vs Competitors / Manual Systems
See how Softpal Cargo's rate management depth compares against typical TMS and manual approaches.
| Feature | Softpal Cargo | Competitors / Manual |
|---|---|---|
| No. of Rate Models | 8 Customer + 4 Vendor | 2–3 standard models |
| Consignee + Vehicle + Route Rating | ||
| Weight Slab Per-Kg Rating | Partial | |
| Km Slab Pro-Rata Monthly Rating | ||
| Per Piece Delivery Billing | ||
| Spot / Adhoc Manual Rate Entry | Manual workaround | |
| Multi-LR Highest Freight Logic | ||
| Auto Loading & Unloading Charges | ||
| Global Quote Comparison | ||
| Vendor Rate Contracts (Separate) | Shared with customer | |
| Bid / Auction for Freight | ||
| Per-Consignment Margin Visibility |
Frequently Asked Questions — Cargo Rate Management Software
Configure the Right Rate Model for Every Customer Contract
Get a live demo of Softpal Cargo — we will walk through each rate model and show you how it maps to your existing contracts.