KnowDoc glossary
Plain definitions of the freight paperwork and freight audit terms used in KnowDoc.
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Freight bill
The carrier's PDF with the invoice, BOL/POD and any extra pages.
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BOL
Bill of lading: given at pickup, listing what's shipped.
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POD
Proof of delivery: the BOL signed or stamped by the receiver.
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Accessorial
An extra charge, such as detention, layover or lumper.
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OS&D
Overages, shortages and damages.
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Three-way match
Invoice vs contract vs TMS expected cost.
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Variance threshold
The difference allowed to pass automatically.
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Short pay
Paying less than billed, with the carrier's agreement.
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Reason code
Why an exception was raised.
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Carrier portal
Where invited carriers respond to audit issues.
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