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Ever wished you could control what information your truck map displays? Well, with IMPARGO, you can! Just use the Map Layers feature. IMPARGO's interactive truck map layers make your planning experience top-notch. It's not just a map; it's your personalised guide to a hassle-free journey!
Step 1: Open Planner Module.
Open the → truck map by clicking on the "P" (tooltip: "Planner") in the left sidebar.
Step 2: Locate layer icon.
Look for the "Layers" icon on the top left of the map and click on it.
Step 3: Select layers.
Select or unselect the layer you want or don't want to see by clicking on the layer name (e.g. Traffic). The map will automatically update to show your chosen layers.
Enhance your logistical efficiency with IMPARGO's advanced address input feature. Simply enter your desired destinations into our specialised address field to ensure highly precise route planning. This eliminates the need for approximation, as IMPARGO's technology ensures accuracy and reliability in route determination.
Step 1: Open Planner Module.
Open the → truck map by clicking on the "P" (tooltip will display "Planner") in the left sidebar.
Step 2: Input start location.
Input the start location in the "Stops" section on the map's left, by typing your start location in the "Search start location…" field. Upon selection, a yellow marker will indicate the stop on the map.
Step 3: Input end location.
Add an end location by filling in the "Search end location…" field with your destination. Upon entering this stop, the system automatically calculates the truck route, adhering to relevant truck restrictions and routing parameters. On the bottom of the map the results of the calculation with truck mileage, operational time, cost per kilometre, total cost, toll cost, price per kilometre, estimated profit, and estimated price will be displayed.
Step 4: Input additional stops.
After adding the second stop, a field to insert extra stops appears. Include additional stops by clicking "Add stop…" to include more; leaving it blank keeps the route unchanged.
Envision navigating a map and identifying a desired location for your route without knowing its name. With IMPARGO's advanced truck route planner, this challenge is effortlessly addressed. Users can directly interact with the map to incorporate any location into their route, bypassing the need for specific names. The process is streamlined through a series of straightforward steps, allowing for intuitive additions directly on our dynamic map.
Step 1: Open location submenu.
Initiate a right-click on the desired location on the map to reveal a submenu, offering various functionalities. The submenu provides you with exact coordinates of this location, the ability to add it as a stop, or save it as an address.
Step 2: Add stop.
Select your required stop type from three distinct options provided by the platform:
IMPARGO's Excel Import Stops feature streamlines dispatch management, reducing manual entry time for stops and therefore saving you costs. Seamlessly upload and import Excel stop lists into our Truck Route Planner to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Step 1: Create Excel upload sheet.
Create an Excel sheet containing the route information for your stops. Make sure to organise the columns according to the available options in the IMPARGO system.
Step 2: Open Planner Module.
Access your IMPARGO account and navigate to the → Planner Module.
Step 3: Locate upload function.
In the Planner, select the (…) button on the top right corner (tooltip indicates "More actions") and choose "Import stops".
Step 4: Upload Excel.
Upload your prepared Excel sheet when prompted on the import screen.
Step 5: Align tags.
Ensure accurate data interpretation by aligning the column tags from your Excel sheet with the corresponding fields in the IMPARGO system. Accomplish this by clicking and holding the left mouse button on the tag, then dragging it to the appropriate field.
Step 6: Set header recognition.
Confirm whether the first row of your Excel spreadsheet serves as headers for column names or as address information. Subsequently, adjust the system's recognition settings to reflect this by either selecting or deselecting the option "First Row Contains Column Names".
Step 7: Initiate import.
After mapping and reviewing your data, initiate the import process by clicking "Import". Observe as IMPARGO efficiently imports and displays your stops on the map view, facilitating a comprehensive visualisation of your routes.
Enhance your journey's safety and efficiency with IMPARGO's comprehensive interactive map. Our advanced warning indicators serve as vigilant guardians, highlighting critical information such as truck restriction violations, unpaved roads, and ferry crossings along your planned route. Experience peace of mind with a digital assistant tailored to your truck's requirements, providing real-time updates to navigate through potential road challenges. With IMPARGO, prioritising your fleet's safety and ensuring a seamless journey becomes effortless.
Warnings appear directly on the map or adjacent to the address input field. To access more information, hover your mouse over the warning indicator.
1. Truck Restriction Violations:
IMPARGO's interactive map displays warning indicators for truck restriction violations. These violations can include road segments with weight restrictions, height limitations, or other specific limitations that are not suitable for your truck and mostly occur if one of the stops is not reachable without violating a truck restriction. When you encounter such a warning indicator, it is important to consider an alternative route to avoid any potential violations. Move the mouse towards the warning indicator for detailed information about the restriction.
2. Unpaved Roads:
To ensure the safety and optimal performance of your trucks, IMPARGO identifies unpaved roads on the interactive map. Unpaved roads may present challenges such as poor road conditions, limited traction, and increased wear and tear on vehicles. When you come across a warning indicator for an unpaved road, it is advisable to select an alternative route if possible. This will help maintain the efficiency of your operations and minimise any potential vehicle damage.
3. Ferry Crossings:
IMPARGO recognises ferry crossings along your truck route. Ferry crossings may impact the overall trip duration and require additional logistical considerations. When a ferry crossing warning indicator appears on the interactive map, it is essential to account for the ferry schedule and plan your route accordingly. Be aware that the mileage of the ferry is not included in the total distance; however, the travel time is included in the operational time.
Discover a helpful trick on IMPARGO: you can save your favourite stop addresses for future tours in the truck route planner. It's like keeping a list of your go-to spots! Plus, add those little details about each stop to make communication smoother and keep everyone in the loop. IMPARGO isn't just a platform — it's your sidekick in making transportation management easy.
Step 1: Open address data submenu.
Click on the "Save Address" icon adjacent to the destination input field in the Truck Route Planner — a submenu for detailed address data will open.
Step 2: Add or adapt address data.
Overwrite address data or add precise address information such as Name of address, Address category, Contact email, Contact person, Phone number, and Comment.
Step 3: Save address.
Click on the "Save to My Address" icon to permanently save the address in your address selection, or click on "Use one time address" to only save the data in the current transport order.
Alternatively, click on the location pin on the map or right-click on your desired address and find the save address icon on the top right corner of the opened submenu.
Making sure we have extra stop details is a game-changer for smooth communication within the IMPARGO Platform. We're talking about adding stop activities, keeping track of how much time we spend at each stop for accurate cost calculations, and giving our drivers all the extra info they need right in the DriverApp. It's all about making things easy and efficient!
Step 1: Add additional stop data.
Click on the (+) icon next to the desired stop in the Route Options section.
Step 2: Choose stop activity.
You will have four activity options to select: loading, unloading, parking, and refuelling.
Step 3: Calculate time spent at stop.
You can also provide time spent at the stop for overall cost calculation and additional information for the driver to see in the DriverApp.
When selecting Additional Stop Data, you have the flexibility to choose between different types of loading units, such as pallets or containers. By choosing Additional Stop Data, you can add specific loading unit details for accurate communication.
Step 1: Access submenu.
Access the additional stop data submenu and click on "Add loading units".
Step 2: Choose loading unit and edit details.
Include the loading unit type, quantity, and dimensions. Additionally, you can add loading metres and references for each stopping activity.
Step 3: Add custom loading unit (if needed).
You have the option to choose between default types of loading units (pallets, containers, etc.), or you can just create your own New Custom Loading Unit.
Beyond loading units, IMPARGO supports bulk products — cargo measured by tonne, litre, or cubic metre rather than counted units. This includes cement, gravel, grain, fuel, milk, and waste. Bulk products integrate directly with the Planner Module's price and cost calculation and can be reported on by drivers via the DriverApp at the weighbridge (truck scale).
Step 1: Open the Planner module.
Go to apps.impargo.de/planner and build the route you're working on.
Step 2: Add your stops.
Add at least one loading stop and one unloading stop on the route — both are required before you can attach a bulk product.
Step 3: Open the stop activity panel.
In the Planner, the bulk-product button is nested behind the stop activity panel. Click the stop activity (+) button next to the address to expand Additional stop data. Scroll to LOAD DETAILS and click + Add bulk product.
Step 4: Choose or create a bulk product.
Open the Type dropdown. It lists your previously used bulk products as presets — pick one if it matches. To create a new product, choose + New bulk product at the top: a second modal opens where you specify the type (Solid, Liquid, or Gas), enter a name, and optionally flag the product as a disposal good when costs apply at unloading rather than loading. Save and you're back in the original modal with the new product preselected.
Step 5: Enter quantity, price, and cost.
Enter the planned quantity (in tonnes, m³, or litres depending on the product unit), the price per unit you charge the customer, and your internal cost per unit. The order's price and cost totals at the bottom of the map update immediately.
Note: For full details on managing bulk products end-to-end — including disposal goods, the bulk products summary, customer tracking links, and reusing them in order templates — see Manage Bulk Products in Your Orders.
Alternatively, you can create your very own New Custom Loading Unit for personalised specifications. This allows for a tailored and adaptable approach to your loading unit details.
Step 1: Locate function.
To create a custom loading unit, click on the loading unit field option at the top of the Additional Stop Data menu.
Step 2: Add new custom loading unit.
Choose "New Custom Loading Unit" and provide a name, dimensions, quantity, weight, and stackability for your customised loading unit.
Overall, optimising the truck tour in dispatching is essential for enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, improving customer service, and maximising resource utilisation. This feature allows dispatchers to plan and optimise different types of truck tours — for example, round trip — with only one click.
Step 1: Locate optimisation function.
Find the "Optimise" function conveniently positioned under the address box.
Step 2: Perform optimisation.
Activate the "Optimise" feature, especially when dealing with complex routes. The system will dynamically adapt your route to optimise its sequence.
You can export your stops as Excel sheets and your route as a .KML file in IMPARGO. These export features allow you to save and share your data for further analysis, reporting, or integration with other systems or tools.
Click on the "More options" button located at the top right corner of the Planner to expand the options menu, and select "Export stops" to initiate the export process. The system will generate a CSV or XLSX file containing your stops and their corresponding details. The file will be downloaded to your device, and you can access it to view or further process the exported data.
Click on the "More options" button to reveal the additional options menu and select "Export route" to start the export process. The system will generate a .KML file that encapsulates your route. The file will be downloaded to your device, and you can open it using KML-compatible applications or software (e.g. Google Maps).
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