Dispatchers must manually send macros and fill out paperwork to calculate and charge for detention time after arrival and departure at receiver locations.

Existing dispatch systems lack automated geofencing-based detention tracking and billing, forcing manual communication and documentation.

Severity

4High

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

May 29, 2026

Workarounds Described

sends a macro to report arrival/departure
fills out ppw (paperwork) to get paid for detention

Implied Software Gaps

Automated geofence-triggered detention logging and billing system that eliminates manual macros and paperwork

App Concept

AutoDetention Pro

Automated detention tracking and billing platform that uses geofencing to monitor truck arrival and departure at receiver locations. It automatically calculates detention time and triggers invoices without manual macros or paperwork. Integrated with dispatch software for seamless workflow.

Key Features

Geofence-based arrival and departure detection
Automatic detention time calculation
Auto-generation of detention invoices
Integration with existing dispatch and accounting software

Target Users: Dispatchers and brokers in trucking and logistics companies of all sizes

Revenue Model: $49/mo per dispatcher seat, plus $0.50 per detention event processed

Existing Solutions Mentioned

macro sendspaperwork (ppw)

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