Innovative Short Haul Tracking and Billing Software Launched

Short haul trucking companies are losing money every day due to messy or misplaced paperwork

In 2017, Washington-based Tapio Construction started to drive for hire and was introduced to the logistics involved with hauling loads for customers. They quickly realized how archaic the load and time-tracking process was – while the rest of the world has adopted technology, the dump truck industry was still relying on pen and paper.

Tapio’s front office often scrambled to collect load reports and pit tickets from drivers, attempting to transcribe what drivers had scribbled while hauling. After discovering loads that were unaccounted for, they joined forces with Michigan-based software firm MIWATEC to solve this problem.

“We set out to build a product that would transform a costly method that the trucking industry has been using for years,” said Jordan Hillstrom, Co-Owner of LoadTraxx. “Short haul trucking companies are losing money every day due to messy or misplaced paperwork. We knew there was a better way, so we created one.”

The LoadTraxx app allows short haul truck drivers to log their materials, enter load weights, select loading and unloading locations, set customers, and more. Drivers simply submit their daily haul summaries – complete with truck mileage, fuel receipts and pit tickets – to the dashboard without having to drop off physical copies.

“As we built this program, we made sure it would be IFTA and DOT compliant to ensure drivers are legal and safe. Drivers need to stay compliant with FMCSA short haul exemptions and that data needs to be tracked and recorded,” said Hillstrom.

The data is synced in real-time (online and offline capable) to the administrative department’s fully-customizable online dashboard. Reports are automatically generated to be used for billing, payroll, fuel tax, and other affected departments.

Hillstrom added, “Someone asked me when our product will be done. My response? Never! The repetitive hauling industry is evolving, as will the LoadTraxx software product line. I am always encouraging companies to use our software and provide us feedback. Just don’t be surprised when you see your suggestions integrated into our software program.”

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