Utilizing Helix TMS for Sales/Brokers (Adding Contracted Lines)

Utilizing Helix TMS for Sales/Brokers (Adding Contracted Lines):

  1. Access TMS Contracted Lines:

    • Open the main menu and select "TMS Contracted Lines."


  2. Create Contracted Line:

    • Click on the "Create" button to initiate a new contracted line.


  3. Fill in General Information:

    • Enter essential details in the corresponding fields:
      • Agent
      • Customer
      • Start and End Dates
      • Pickup (PU) and Delivery Locations
      • Average Load
      • Sale Fee Percentage
      • Freight Volume
      • Total Required Dropped Trailer
      • Onsite Trailer Number
      • Total Trailer Cost (automatically calculated)


  4. Deductions Section:

    • Specify various deductions:
      • Sale Fee (auto-filled)
      • Trailer Cost Per Load (auto-filled after clicking Calculate Miles)
      • Owners Charge
      • Business Development Fee


  5. Additional Information:

    • The final look and additional info sections are automatically generated.


  6. Location Lines:

    • In this section, you can add pickup, delivery, or multiple delivery locations.


  7. Calculate Miles:

    • Click the "Calculate Miles" button to determine the total mileage and associated costs.


This process allows Sales/Brokers to efficiently add contracted lines in the Helix TMS, ensuring accurate tracking and management of sales-related information.