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What includes Trip Type and Dispatcher section in Trip?

The "Trip Type and "Dispatcher" section in a Trip within Helix TMS encompass key details related to the nature of the trip and the assigned dispatcher. Here's a breakdown of what section includes:

  1. Company Field:

    • Specifies the company or entity associated with the trip.

  2. Dispatcher:

    • Indicates the dispatcher assigned to manage and oversee the trip.

  3. Trip Type:

    • a. OTR (Over The Road):
      • Denotes trips that involve long-distance transportation, typically spanning across regions or states.
    • b. Local:
      • Designates trips that are localized and involve transportation within a specific area or locality.

  4. Date Difference (Hours):

    • Reflects the time difference between the pickup and delivery dates in terms of hours.

  5. Date Difference (Days):

    • Represents the time difference between the pickup and delivery dates in terms of days.

  6. Route:

    • Specifies the route or path planned for the trip, outlining the sequence of stops and waypoints.

  7. Settlement:

    • If the trip is currently in the settlement process, this section displays the name of the settlement associated with the trip.