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Here is an overview of what can be achieved through this API and the problems that it can help solve:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFunctionality of the Create a Shipment Plan Endpoint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDefining Shipment Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e You can input critical details about the shipment such as origin, destination, route, estimated departure and arrival times, and the items being shipped. This creates a structured plan which aids in tracking and expectations management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetting Conditions and Thresholds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Parameters such as temperature, humidity, or shock can be set to ensure that sensitive goods are transported under right conditions. Notifications can be set up to alert when these conditions are not met.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssigning Assets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Assets like containers or vehicles can be assigned to the shipment, and each of these assets can then be tracked individually. This helps in managing and optimizing the use of assets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLogging and Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create a digital trail for the shipment which can be crucial for compliance with industry regulations and quality control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProblems Solved by the Create a Shipment Plan Endpoint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved Supply Chain Visibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e By creating a meticulous shipment plan, companies can gain better visibility into their supply chain operations, understanding exactly where goods are at any given time during the transit process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Accountability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Assigning assets and setting conditions ensures that every part of the supply chain is held accountable for maintaining the integrity of the goods being shipped.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProactive Risk Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Users can identify and mitigate risks ahead of time by setting threshold alerts for shipment conditions, allowing for immediate action if certain parameters deviate from the predefined safe range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eData-Driven Optimizations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Accumulated data from shipping plans and actual shipping conditions can lead to valuable insights, promoting optimizations in routing, scheduling, and asset deployment for future shipments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced Operational Costs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Efficiently managing assets and routes, as well as minimizing the risks of product spoilage or damage, can lead to significant cost savings over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegulatory Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensuring that shipping conditions meet specified standards is vital for some products, particularly in industries like pharmaceuticals and food. The shipment plan helps maintain compliance effortlessly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomer Satisfaction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Timely and condition-compliant delivery of goods inevitably results in higher customer satisfaction and loyalty, as businesses can reliably meet service level agreements (SLAs).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConclusion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy leveraging the Create a Shipment Plan endpoint of the HERE Tracking API, businesses can streamline their logistical operations, ensure the integrity of their products throughout the supply chain, and ultimately provide better service to their customers. The ability to monitor and control shipments in (near) real time enables a proactive approach to transportation management and is a critical tool for modern supply chain optimization.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2024-05-11T15:46:19-05:00","created_at":"2024-05-11T15:46:20-05:00","vendor":"HERE Tracking","type":"Integration","tags":[],"price":0,"price_min":0,"price_max":0,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":49097828270354,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"HERE Tracking Create a Shipment Plan Integration","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":0,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":null,"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/consultantsinabox.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/6ac66ee2f8684de2ff46f8532e261a6b_f3c51997-2b49-4e8f-8c58-f2fe1a6f8e1f.jpg?v=1715460380"],"featured_image":"\/\/consultantsinabox.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/6ac66ee2f8684de2ff46f8532e261a6b_f3c51997-2b49-4e8f-8c58-f2fe1a6f8e1f.jpg?v=1715460380","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"HERE Tracking Logo","id":39113310732562,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":200,"width":200,"src":"\/\/consultantsinabox.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/6ac66ee2f8684de2ff46f8532e261a6b_f3c51997-2b49-4e8f-8c58-f2fe1a6f8e1f.jpg?v=1715460380"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":200,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/consultantsinabox.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/6ac66ee2f8684de2ff46f8532e261a6b_f3c51997-2b49-4e8f-8c58-f2fe1a6f8e1f.jpg?v=1715460380","width":200}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003eThe HERE Tracking API offers various endpoints that provide functionality revolving around tracking the movement of goods and devices. One such endpoint is the \u003cstrong\u003eCreate a Shipment Plan\u003c\/strong\u003e. This endpoint allows users to programmatically define and set up a plan for shipping goods from one location to another, ensuring that the path and conditions of the shipment are accurately tracked. Here is an overview of what can be achieved through this API and the problems that it can help solve:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFunctionality of the Create a Shipment Plan Endpoint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDefining Shipment Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e You can input critical details about the shipment such as origin, destination, route, estimated departure and arrival times, and the items being shipped. This creates a structured plan which aids in tracking and expectations management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetting Conditions and Thresholds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Parameters such as temperature, humidity, or shock can be set to ensure that sensitive goods are transported under right conditions. Notifications can be set up to alert when these conditions are not met.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssigning Assets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Assets like containers or vehicles can be assigned to the shipment, and each of these assets can then be tracked individually. This helps in managing and optimizing the use of assets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLogging and Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create a digital trail for the shipment which can be crucial for compliance with industry regulations and quality control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProblems Solved by the Create a Shipment Plan Endpoint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved Supply Chain Visibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e By creating a meticulous shipment plan, companies can gain better visibility into their supply chain operations, understanding exactly where goods are at any given time during the transit process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Accountability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Assigning assets and setting conditions ensures that every part of the supply chain is held accountable for maintaining the integrity of the goods being shipped.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProactive Risk Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Users can identify and mitigate risks ahead of time by setting threshold alerts for shipment conditions, allowing for immediate action if certain parameters deviate from the predefined safe range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eData-Driven Optimizations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Accumulated data from shipping plans and actual shipping conditions can lead to valuable insights, promoting optimizations in routing, scheduling, and asset deployment for future shipments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced Operational Costs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Efficiently managing assets and routes, as well as minimizing the risks of product spoilage or damage, can lead to significant cost savings over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegulatory Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensuring that shipping conditions meet specified standards is vital for some products, particularly in industries like pharmaceuticals and food. The shipment plan helps maintain compliance effortlessly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomer Satisfaction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Timely and condition-compliant delivery of goods inevitably results in higher customer satisfaction and loyalty, as businesses can reliably meet service level agreements (SLAs).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConclusion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy leveraging the Create a Shipment Plan endpoint of the HERE Tracking API, businesses can streamline their logistical operations, ensure the integrity of their products throughout the supply chain, and ultimately provide better service to their customers. The ability to monitor and control shipments in (near) real time enables a proactive approach to transportation management and is a critical tool for modern supply chain optimization.\u003c\/p\u003e"}