Customer case Van der Slot
Digitising Logistics with e-CMR
Company Profile
Royal Van der Slot has been a trusted name in the flower and ornamental plant sector for generations. As a logistics service provider, the company specialises in the transport of flowers, plants, and related materials within the Netherlands and far beyond. Thanks to their combination of expertise, modern equipment, and innovative solutions, Van der Slot has been a vital link in the supply chain for many years.
The Challenge
The flower and ornamental plant sector is constantly evolving. Increasingly, customers are demanding the digitalisation of processes and document flows, including the transition to e-CMR. This offers significant benefits, especially in the area of packaging management. Large sums are involved in the administration of crates and trolleys in the sector. By using e-CMR, changes become more transparent and administrative risks are minimised.
The Solution with Collect + Go
For one of their customers, who works with another e-CMR provider, Collect + Go developed a data feed. This enables Van der Slot to efficiently handle this customer’s processes without the need for double registrations or manual steps.
The strength of the solution lies in its flexibility:
- When Van der Slot handles shipments themselves, the process is seamlessly integrated into the ZF SCALAR onboard computer environment.
- When subcontractors are used, they can choose the ZF charter process, the Collect + Go app, or integration within the existing BISIT logistics flows.
Thanks to this approach, the e-CMR solution always fits the practical situation, regardless of who is carrying out the journey.
Results and the Future
The collaboration between Royal Van der Slot and Collect + Go marks a significant step in the digitalisation of logistics. The administrative burden has been reduced, insight into packaging has greatly improved, and cooperation with supply chain partners has become more efficient.
In the coming months, Van der Slot will continue to roll out e-CMR within the supply chain. Here, the partnership with Collect + Go is of great value: they not only provide the technology but also encourage adoption among shippers and carriers. This strengthens support throughout the entire sector.
“Collect + Go understands our sector and helps me to fully digitise the administrative process. From our back office, we no longer have to chase up packaging.”– Peter van der Velden, Royal Van der Slot
