This Thanksgiving, are you actually taking a break? Or just working remotely?
The holidays are here, and it’s time to use that PTO you’ve been saving for a well-deserved break with family and friends. But for anyone in transportation and logistics, Thanksgiving doesn’t just mark the start of the holiday season—it marks the height of Peak Season.
We know what you’re thinking: “Who has the time?”
Stepping away during the busiest shipping quarter of the year feels impossible. As hard as it is to prepare for time off, the recovery often feels harder. The wheels keep turning, the freight keeps moving, and the pressure to keep your eyes on the screen is intense.
The “Work from Anywhere” Trap
At ALC Logistics, we are huge proponents of cloud-based TMS solutions. Our AlchemyTMS solutions are accessible worldwide, giving you the power to manage freight from anywhere.
However, we also recognize the double-edged sword: just because you can work from your in-laws’ guest room doesn’t mean you should. It is all too easy to let work life creep into your holiday when your office is in your pocket.
As a family-owned company, we understand that the value of time off goes beyond just “recharging your battery.” We know that time with your loved ones is the most valuable resource you have. We believe the transportation management system you deploy should protect that time, not encroach on it.
That is why we developed specific tools within AlchemyTMS to enhance collaboration, making it easier for you to disconnect and be fully present for the moments that matter.
3 Ways AlchemyTMS Protects Your Holiday Break
1. Maintain Supply Chain Visibility with Shared Dashboards
Stop hiding in the hallway to check shipment statuses on your phone. One of the biggest barriers to taking time off is the fear that critical information is siloed in your inbox.
AlchemyTMS is designed with shareable dashboards that make it effortless for colleagues to temporarily take over your tasks. Because the data is centralized, your coverage team gains instant supply chain visibility. You can sleep well knowing operations are running smoothly without your constant input.
2. Leverage Automation for Reporting
You should not need to log in between courses to forward a spreadsheet. Manual reporting is a major time drain for logistics managers, especially during the holidays.
With our system, you can program reports to send automatically via subscription settings. This form of logistics automation ensures your transportation team continues to prosper and key stakeholders have the data they need, even when the offices are closed for the holiday.
3. Streamline Communication with Dock Scheduling
Communication should not stop just because the turkey is in the oven. Managing carrier appointments during holiday weeks is notoriously chaotic, but it doesn’t have to require constant phone tag.
With AlchemyTMS Dock Scheduling, you can set specific holiday operating hours and communicate directly with carriers regarding changes to availability. This keeps the workflow moving without requiring you to play middleman during your break.
Reclaim Your Holiday
Transportation is a 24/7 industry, but you shouldn’t have to work 24/7 to be successful in it.
Interested in learning more about how ALC Logistics can help your team collaborate better during the holidays?