FAQs

Frequently asked questions

We thought you'd ask. So we've assembled a short list of answers to the most common questions we get.

Are electronic Bills of Lading legally valid?

Yes!

Electronically issued Bills of Lading (BoLs) hold legal recognition and validity according to established standards upheld by organizations such as the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law, the Code of Federal Regulations, and the International Group of Protection and Indemnity Clubs.

How do my clients create their Bills of Lading on Interlade?

You have the capability to send invitation links to your clients. This allows them to effortlessly log in, generate and view electronic bills of lading specifically tailored to their associated loads.

This offers benefits for both you and your clients! You no longer need to wait for paper bills of lading upon pickup, avoid the storage burden of physical documents for up to a year as mandated by FMCSA regulations, and ultimately streamlines your carrier services for enhanced efficiency compared to your competitors.

How do my drivers sign and distribute electronic Bills of Lading?

Drivers can easily access digitally signable Bills of Lading directly from their mobile devices.

When they arrive at the pickup location, drivers can promptly sign for the load and upload images using their mobile devices.

Upon delivery, the consignee can conveniently sign the full digital Bill of Lading directly on the driver's mobile device. Once the consignee signs, the BoL is marked as complete and securely locked.

For larger carriers with fleets of drivers, this eliminates the need for drivers to send pictures, mail, or fax completed BoLs back to the office, as the completed copies and load images are readily accessible at all times.

How does Interlade handle my data?

Interlade never takes ownership of your Bill of Lading (BoL) documents stored on our platform. You and your clients retain full legal authority over your data and documents. Even if you decide to discontinue using Interlade for any reason, you will continue to have complete access to the storage and management of your documents.

Can I try Interlade for free?

Yes! You can try Interlade for up to 30-days free before payment is collected, cancel anytime.

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