LPS KeyShip

KeyShipTransporation Management & Freight Payment Solution

The LPS KeyShip transportation management system provides its members with Freight & Administrative cost savings. Through economies of scale LPS has negotiated industry leading carrier freight discounts which have produced net savings of 10%-60% for our customers. In addition, our freight bill processing includes an automated and manual audit of bills which can save customers an average of 3-7%. Overall, your company can reduce the administrative time and expenses associated with managing a compliant back-office freight payment unit.

Freight Management Features & Benefits:

  • Enterprise-wide Access to Web-based Rating and Routing Tools
  • Open-Book Pricing for Controlled Purchasing and Forecasting
  • Customized Carrier Selection & In-Transit Tracing of all Shipments
  • Company branded Vendor Inbound Freight Control System and LPS Routing Call Center
  • Secure and Fully Redundant Operating System
  • 24/7/365 Support from LPS Transportation Professionals
  • Employee Training and Quarterly Reviews
  • Loss & Damage Claim Support
  • Online Transportation College & Current Industry News via KeyConnections Newsletter
  • Monthly Summary Savings Reports

Freight Payment Features & Benefits:

LPS provides the most secure and comprehensive Freight Payment solution available. Our global payment model was developed with both the Shipper and Carrier in mind. For Shippers, the freight bill processing includes a pre-payment audit and duplicate protection to reduce your transportation expenses. For Carriers, complete visibility to payment status, punctual electronic payments and quick dispute resolution help strengthen the relationship.

In addition to reduced transportation costs and strengthened carrier relationships; outsourcing your freight payment with can provide the following benefits:

  • Online visibility to global payments for all modes of shipping: Small package, LTL, Specialized TL, Rail, Rigging, Barge, Air and Ocean
  • Paperless processing and storage of carrier invoices and backup documentation
  • Automated invoice approval and accurate GL customized to meet your business rules
  • Corporate compliance for Sarbanes Oxley and other Government regulations
  • Scheduled and On-demand reports for managerial analysis and data file ERP integration
  • 24x7x365 support from dedicated logistics professionals
  • Drill-down capabilities from consolidated bill to individual line item invoice or BOL detail
  • Payment by ACH, Wire or P-Card – US or International currency
  • Full EDI capabilities

Training & Implementation

LPS seeks to thoroughly understand your payment and accounting requirements before building your system workflow. During implementation, dedicated LPS account representatives work closely with your accounts payable and procurement teams to help to minimize interruptions to your business, which includes detailed on-site training.