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Trigger-Based Billing
Trigger-based billing automatically generates an invoice the moment a predefined milestone in the transport process is reached – for example, handover to the carrier, arrival at the port of destination, or proof of delivery.
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Trigger-based billing automatically generates an invoice the moment a predefined milestone in the transport process is reached – for example, handover to the carrier, arrival at the port of destination, or proof of delivery. Rather than batching charges for periodic invoicing, each completed service event immediately triggers the corresponding charge. Freight forwarders and logistics providers use this approach to accelerate cash flow and reduce manual reconciliation work. It is particularly effective in international freight operations, where multiple service points across different parties and geographies need to be billed accurately and without delay.
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