as the ability to create thousands more, Snavely says. Examples include the percentage of bills processed electronically and manually, as well as the number of exceptions. “Our analytics tool helps customers streamline and optimize their global supply chain,” he says.
nVision worked with one leading supplier to the automotive industry that manufactures on every continent. The company’s range of locations and decentralized operations obscured visibility to supply chain data, as well as to opportunities to boost efficiency and cut costs.
Using the nVision Logistics Management Portal, the company developed a single international database from which it could access accurate, detailed data on its freight spending. This enabled it to identify money-saving steps, such as consolidating shipments to the same region into “milk runs.”
Trans Audit: The Power of Partnership How Trans Audit’s Post Audit Complements a Pre-Audit
More than 95% of Trans Audit’s clients utilize the services of a freight audit and payment (FAP) provider, so why do they partner with Trans Audit for a transportation post audit? For starters, the timeframe to conduct a pre- audit is limited, while the post-payment audit allows for a longer review period. For example, claims related to billing errors for ocean freight can be submitted three years in arrears from the ship date. Additionally, payment data for all modes can be reviewed for up to five years. These extended filing statutes allow for an extensive safety net, regardless of pre-audit and payment source. Another unique aspect of Trans Audit’s post audit services is the utilization of Subject Matter Modal Experts (SMMEs), who are highly skilled professionals with more than 20 years of experience on average. These human experts are supported by proprietary systems built specifically for post audit purposes, ensuring a thorough and accurate review. Moreover, Trans Audit’s advanced data analytics and business intelligence tools, such as TransPortal+™ powered by Microsoft Power BI™, provide real-time dashboards and insights that help monitor, manage, and improve carrier billing, FAP performance, and payment accuracy. “The combination of human expertise and cutting-edge technology sets our transportation post audit process apart, delivering both financial and operational benefits to Trans Audit clients, allowing them to rest easy,” states Dani Funk, VP of Development. Trans Audit’s approach to their post audit is distinctive for several reasons. “Unlike many other providers who offer a broad range of services, Trans Audit focuses solely on
transportation post audit services, allowing us to perfect our methods and deliver exceptional results,” says Peter Kerwin, vice president of audit operations. Trans Audit’s team of SMMEs not only identifies payment-related errors but also audits for contractual compliance, ensuring that all aspects of the client’s agreements are adhered to. This holistic, client-centric approach contrasts with the siloed methods of other providers. Furthermore, as Trans Audit’s post-payment audit process is entirely contingency-based, clients pay a fee only on refunds ascertained by Trans Audit. This model, combined with a commitment to handling 100% of the audit process in-house, ensures a straightforward, efficient partnership with minimal client resources. The positive feedback from clients highlights the value Trans Audit places on building strong, long-term relationships over merely pursuing financial gains. “I appreciated the fact that we started through a bid and started from scratch. You were chosen partly because your nature during the process was professional, easy to talk to, and not pushy. It felt like a normal discussion and not a sales pitch. I believed what you said. You lived up to it,” said a senior transportation manager of a Fortune 500 global aerospace company. “Despite common misconceptions, the post- payment audit is a valuable complement to pre-audit processes, not a redundant service. Concerns about time, resources, and cost are dispelled, as our post audit is simple, swift, and straightforward,” says Vikki L. Van Vliet, senior vice president of sales and marketing with Trans Audit.
The combination of human expertise and cutting-edge technology sets our transportation post audit process apart, delivering both financial and operational benefits to Trans Audit clients, allowing them to rest easy.
DANI FUNK VP of Development, Trans Audit
Because of Trans Audit’s approach, they maintain excellent relationships with all types of FAP providers and work collaboratively to ensure the best outcomes for their clients. By integrating human expertise with advanced technology, Trans Audit offers a reliable and ubiquitous solution that enhances the financial security and operational efficiency of Trans Audit clients, providing them with peace of mind.
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