Methodical determination
of uniform geodata
GeoCoding+IMSLOT Modules
The GeoCoding+ module checks the addresses specified in the intermodal orders using various methodologies. The service determines uniform codifications for the respective addresses and returns these to the requesting party via an API call. In this way, addresses are basically checked in terms of content, enriched with information and integrated into the booking process in a standardized manner. The address data volume of the users is significantly reduced to a minimum across providers.
The initial situation is that each company communicates in its orders addresses of the involved parties. Each client passes on an address to the contractor in its own form and content. If the companies are active across countries, the variance in traceability and correctness increases many times over. Nowadays, however, an order address means more when it comes to scheduling and invoicing. Routines, rules and special features that must be taken into account are often associated with these addresses.
4PL Intermodal therefore set itself the task of solving precisely this tricky and momentous task for the benefit of its clients. The motivation to be able to generate only one from different notations was the initial situation. The address code had to be integrated into the booking, so that the subsequent systems could use it unconventionally, responsibly and based on this service to meet their requirements.
The service is permanently accessible as an API and can be used independently of IMSLOT. We have come a big step closer to the goal of uniform and standardized address communication with the GeoCoding+ module.
FAQ "GeoCODING+, IMSLOT Modules"
The bases of the calculation are subject to the scientific criteria. Here, DIN 16258: 2011 is a guideline for calculation and evaluation.
Yes, IMSLOT is being used productively by a steadily growing number of very well-known representatives of the intermodal transport industry. Due to the complex tasks in the transport sector, we grow consciously step by step and always with our partners and clients. In addition, IMSLOT modules are also used in research projects.
The time required depends on whether a requirement has to be conceptually rewritten or whether we can already refer to a development at 4PL Intermodal.
It took us 4 weeks from the development to the integration of a module in the shortest possible time. This includes the conception as well as the test operation including LIVE gear.
In principle, we have had good experiences when we contribute to companies with iterative methods and successive implementation processes. This can mean up to 12 months of effort for those involved.
IMSLOT modules are basically developed according to the needs of the IMSLOT customers and their users. The focus is on universal use for all IMSLOT customers. If this is an individual and exclusive requirement, this will also be taken into account. We are at your disposal for feature requests or suggestions.
