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How to Navigate the Carrier SOURCE Tab
How to Navigate the Carrier SOURCE Tab

When you click on the SOURCE tab on the left side of the screen, you'll be taken to the page that displays all open Spot Loads and available Contract Lanes. Here's how you can navigate and bid on loads:

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1. Search for Loads

You can search for available loads by using various filters:

  • Origin and Destination (city, state, or both)

  • Equipment Type

  • Pickup Date

  • Emerge ID number (if you know the specific load you're looking for)

Once you input your search criteria, press SEARCH to find available loads.


2. Filter Loads by Shipper

If you work directly with specific shippers, you can filter loads by shipper:

  • Click the SHIPPERS button.

  • A list of your shippers will appear.

  • Select the checkboxes next to the shippers you work with and then click outside the box to apply the filter.


3. Review Load Details

When browsing loads, pay attention to key details like:

  • Pickup Date

  • Equipment Type

  • Weight

  • Length of Haul (LOH)

  • Number of Stops

Click on any load to expand the section and view more details about it.


4. Explore Additional Load Details

Some loads have more detailed information available:

  • Click on View Commodity Details for more information on the type of load.

  • If a Bidding Open countdown clock is present, this indicates how long the shipper will leave the load open for bidding.


5. Use the BOOK IT NOW Feature

Loads with the BOOK IT NOW option in green are ready to book, meaning appointments have already been set. If the load works for you:

  • Click the "BOOK IT NOW" button to automatically tender the load to you.

  • Use this feature only if the load works for your schedule and requirements, as changes to the load may not be possible.


6. Compare Rates

Click the Lowest Rate button to see the five lowest rates other carriers have submitted for the load. This helps you gauge competitive pricing.


7. Full Page Details and Bidding

If you want to see full details:

  • Click on Full Page Details to be redirected to a page with comprehensive load information.

  • From here, you can enter your rate and submit a bid by clicking the SUBMIT BID button.

  • If you're not interested in the load, click NOT INTERESTED to remove it from your view.

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