--- title: Freight Visibility Glossary description: BlueBox Systems delivers real time freight tracking with accurate air and ocean shipment visibility, predictive ETAs, and powerful logistics analytics. image: https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/Start.png --- [![BlueBoxSystems](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BlueBoxSystems.webp?width=153&height=60&name=BlueBoxSystems.webp)](https://bluebox-systems.com/?hsLang=en) - PLATFORM - [BlueBoxCargo](https://bluebox-systems.com/cargo-tracking-management-system?hsLang=en) - [CO2 Tracking](https://bluebox-systems.com/co2-tracking?hsLang=en) - [Onboarding & API](https://bluebox-systems.com/onboarding?hsLang=en) - [Trade Lane Intelligence](https://bluebox-systems.com/trade-lane-management?hsLang=en) - [OUR COMPANY](https://bluebox-systems.com/our-company?hsLang=en) - [Our Story](https://bluebox-systems.com/our-company?hsLang=en#our-story) - [Agility and Innovation](https://bluebox-systems.com/our-company?hsLang=en#agility-innvoation) - [Customers](https://bluebox-systems.com/our-company?hsLang=en#customers) - RESOURCES - [News](https://bluebox-systems.com/news-and-conferences?hsLang=en) - [Conferences](https://bluebox-systems.com/news-and-conferences?hsLang=en#conferences) - [Blog](https://bluebox-systems.com/blog?hsLang=en) - [FAQ](https://bluebox-systems.com/faq?hsLang=en) - [Freight Visibility Glossary](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary) - [Book Our Demo](https://bluebox-systems.com/demo?hsLang=en) [LOG IN](https://bluebox-systems-cargo.com/login.html) [BOOK OUR DEMO](https://bluebox-systems.com/demo?hsLang=en) # Freight Visibility Glossary A complete A–Z reference of freight visibility and supply chain visibility terms, plus a dictionary of common logistics acronyms used in modern transportation platforms. [Chat with us!](https://bluebox-systems.com/demo?hsLang=en) Live Tracking ETA – Estimated Time of Arrival Visibility Platform Control Tower ↗ Data Exchange EDI · API · ASN [A](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-A) [B](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-B) [C](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-C) [D](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-D) [E](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-E) [F](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-F) [G](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-G) [H](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-H) [I](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-I) [J](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-J) [K](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-K) [L](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-L) [M](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-M) [N](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-N) [O](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-O) [P](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-P) [Q](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-Q) [R](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-R) [S](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-S) [T](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-T) [U](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-U) [V](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-V) [W](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-W) [X](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-X) [Y](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-Y) [Z](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#letter-letter-Z) JUMP TO [![Container](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Container.png?width=16&height=17&name=Container.png) Glossary A–Z 60+](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#glossary-az) [![Container](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Container.png?width=16&height=17&name=Container.png) Acronym Dictionary 34](https://bluebox-systems.com/freight-visibility-glossary#acronym) A 6 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Accessorial Charges Additional transportation costs beyond the base freight rate (e.g.,detention, liftgate service). ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Actual Time of Arrival ATA The exact time a shipment arrives at a location. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Actual Time of Departure ATD The actual time a shipment leaves a facility. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Advanced Shipping Notice ASN Electronic notification sent to a receiver withshipment details before arrival. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### API (Application Programming Interface) Integration technology allowing systems toexchange logistics data. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Asset Visibility Ability to track physical assets like trailers, containers, and pallets. B 2 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Backhaul ATA Return transportation of goods after delivery. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Bill of Lading BOL Legal shipping document describing goods, carrier, and destination. C 6 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Carrier Integration Connecting carrier systems with shipper platforms via APIs or EDI. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Cold Chain Monitoring Tracking temperature-sensitive shipments. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Connected Fleet Trucks equipped with telematics and sensors. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Container Tracking Monitoring shipping container movement. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Control Tower Centralized platform providing end-to-end supply chain visibility. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Cross-Docking Direct transfer of goods from inbound to outbound trucks. D 3 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Detention Charges when carriers wait too long at a facility. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Demurrage Charges for containers remaining too long at ports. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Digital Twin Virtual model of the supply chain used for simulations. E 4 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Electronic Data Interchange EDI Standardized electronic document exchange between companies. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Electronic Logging Device ELD GPS device used to track truck location and driver hours. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### End-to-End Visibility Visibility from supplier to final customer. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Estimated Time of Arrival ETA Predicted arrival time based on real-time and historical data. F 5 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Fleet Telematics Vehicle tracking using GPS and sensors. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Freight Forwarder Company arranging transportation on behalf of shippers. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Freight Visibility Ability to track freight in real time across transport networks. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Full Container Load FCL Container filled by one shipper. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Full Truckload FTL Truck dedicated to one shipment. G 1 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Geofencing Virtual boundary triggering alerts when shipments enter or exit areas. H 1 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Hub-and-Spoke Network Distribution model where goods pass through central hubs. I 4 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Inbound Logistics Movement of goods into a facility. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Intermodal Transportation Shipping using multiple transport modes. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Inventory Visibility Ability to see stock levels across locations. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Internet of Things IoT Connected devices monitoring shipment conditions. J 1 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Just-in-Time JIT Inventory strategy minimizing stock by delivering exactly when needed. K 1 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Key Performance Indicator KPI Metrics measuring logistics performance. L 3 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Last Mile Delivery Final delivery stage to the customer. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Lead Time Time between order placement and delivery. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Less-Than-Truckload LTL Partial truckload shipment. M 2 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Milestone Tracking Monitoring events like pickup, departure, and arrival. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Multimodal Transportation Movement using multiple transportation modes. N 2 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Network Visibility Insight into the entire logistics network. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Node Any supply chain location such as factory, port, or warehouse. O 2 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### On-Time In-Full Measure of delivery accuracy. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Outbound Logistics Movement of finished goods to customers. P 2 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Predictive ETA AI-generated arrival predictions. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Proof of Delivery KPI Confirmation of completed delivery. R 2 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Real-Time Tracking Continuous monitoring of shipments. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Reverse Logistics Movement of goods from customer back to supplier. S 2 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Shipment Event Any milestone in shipment movement. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Supply Chain Visibility SCV Ability to track goods across the entire supply chain ecosystem. T 3 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Telematics Technology capturing vehicle data like location and speed. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Track-and-Trace Ability to follow shipments through the network. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Transportation Management System TMS Software managing freight planning and execution. U 1 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Unified Data Platform Platform consolidating logistics data from multiple systems. V 2 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Visibility Platform Software providing real-time shipment insights. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Vendor Managed Inventory VMI Supplier-managed inventory system. W 2 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Warehouse Management System WMS Software managing warehouse operations. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Waypoint Tracking Tracking shipments along route checkpoints. Y 2 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Yard Management System YMS Software tracking trailers and vehicles in facility yards. ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Yard Dwell Time Time trailers spend waiting in yards. Z 1 Terms ![💰](https://bluebox-systems.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%F0%9F%92%B0.png?width=18&height=18&name=%F0%9F%92%B0.png) #### Zero-Touch Logistics Highly automated logistics processes using AI and robotics. ### Freight Visibility Acronym Dictionary Quick-reference guide to common logistics acronyms used across transportation visibility platforms. AI Artificial Intelligence API Application Programming Interface ASN Advanced Shipping Notice ATA Actual Time of Arrival ATD Actual Time of Departure BOL Bill of Lading DC Distribution Center EDI Electronic Data Interchange ELD Electronic Logging Device ERP Enterprise Resource Planning ETA Estimated Time of Arrival ETD Estimated Time of Departure FCL Full Container Load FTL Full Truckload GPS Global Positioning System IoT Internet of Things JIT Just-in-Time KPI Key Performance Indicator LCL Less-than-Container Load LTL Less-than-Truckload ML Machine Learning NVOCC Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier OTIF On-Time In-Full POD Proof of Delivery PO Purchase Order RFID Radio Frequency Identification RTTVP Real-Time Transportation Visibility Platform SCM Supply Chain Management SCV Supply Chain Visibility SKU Stock Keeping Unit SLA Service Level Agreement TMS Transportation Management System VMI Vendor Managed Inventory WMS Warehouse Management System YMS Service Level Agreement ![Element 4-3](https://bluebox-systems.com/hubfs/Element%204-3.png) CONFERENCES & EXHIBITIONS ## News Doha, Feb 23th - 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