Freight audit and payment for rail shippers

Ensure accuracy, recover savings, and strengthen control across every freight invoice. Because every invoice tells a story, IntelliTrans helps you see the patterns behind the payments—so finance and logistics can move in step. Our rail freight audit and payment solution combines automation, visibility, and hands-on expertise to simplify financial management and prevent unnecessary spend.

Bringing accuracy and control to rail freight finances

Because precision matters as much as performance. IntelliTrans connects financial accuracy and operational visibility in one platform—helping shippers move freight with confidence and make informed financial decisions at every step.
Accuracy that drives confidence
Catch errors before they become costs. IntelliTrans automates rail freight audit and payment validation to ensure every charge aligns with your contracts, rates, and shipment data. Built-in rate and pay validation and fuel surcharge calculation ensure precision across all cost elements, giving you complete confidence in every payment.
Visibility that connects operations and financ
Tie every invoice to the shipment it represents. Our solution links billing and operational data within the rail TMS, giving both finance and logistics teams a unified view of spend, exceptions, and cost recovery opportunities. With automated freight accruals, carrier integrations, and custom reporting, teams gain greater financial predictability and control.
Automation that saves time and effort
Reduce manual review and eliminate repetitive touchpoints. The IntelliTrans freight audit software standardizes invoice processing and approval workflows while supporting both EDI 410 electronic invoices and manual invoice entry for carriers that aren’t automated. Every invoice is validated quickly and consistently, saving valuable time and minimizing errors.

Expert guidance when and where it matters

Technology handles the data. Expertise brings it to life. IntelliTrans offers managed freight audit services for shippers who want full visibility and accuracy without the administrative burden. Our audit specialists validate charges, resolve exceptions, and interpret trends to help you identify opportunities for savings and performance improvement.

With IntelliTrans, you gain a partner who understands rail freight complexity and helps transform information into actionable insight.

What rail shippers achieve with IntelliTrans

Greater financial accuracy
Shippers using IntelliTrans strengthen audit precision, reduce billing errors, and build greater confidence in freight spend data.
Improved efficiency and payment speed
Automation shortens the gap between invoice receipt and settlement, improving carrier relationships and financial predictability.
Smarter decisions with connected visibility
When freight data and payment workflows share a single source of truth, teams can see not just what was spent—but why.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is freight audit and payment for rail shippers?
Freight audit and payment ensures every rail freight invoice is accurate before payment. IntelliTrans automates rate validation, invoice matching, and payment processing, helping shippers avoid overcharges and improve financial control.
How does automation improve invoice accuracy?
The IntelliTrans rail freight audit module automatically matches carrier invoices to shipment data and rate agreements, identifying errors in minutes instead of days. This automation reduces manual work and strengthens compliance.
Can IntelliTrans integrate with my accounting or ERP system?
Yes. IntelliTrans connects seamlessly with ERP and accounting platforms such as SAP and Oracle through standard XML/OMSI integrations, enabling a consistent flow of freight accruals, invoices, and settlements.
Do I have to use IntelliTrans managed services?
No. The Freight audit and payment module is fully functional on its own, but many customers choose to add IntelliTrans’ managed freight audit services for additional oversight, accuracy, and efficiency.
How does IntelliTrans help identify cost savings?
Through built-in analytics, IntelliTrans pinpoints overcharges, rate discrepancies, and carrier performance trends—helping rail shippers proactively manage spend and recover lost value.

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