Dynamic Surcharge Validation at Point of Decision

OBJECTIVE

Ensure surcharge accuracy is evaluated as part of the pre-exposure decision process, so margin leakage from missed or outdated surcharges is eliminated before the quote is sent.

ACTORS

Freight Forwarder (Pricing Team) · Aircon Platform · Live Carrier Surcharge Feeds

THE PROBLEM

Surcharges (fuel, security, AWB fees, peak levies) change constantly across carriers and lanes. When surcharge validation happens manually or after the quote is built, the margin impact isn't visible until it's too late. The issue is not a lack of data; it's decision timing. Validation is occurring after exposure, not before it.

THE AIRCON SOLUTION

Aircon integrates live carrier surcharge feeds directly into the pre-exposure decision evaluation. Current surcharges are applied automatically before the quote is generated — with full itemized transparency showing every component of the pricing logic. Margin impact is visible before commitment. What leaves your desk reflects what you'll actually recover.

PLATFORM CAPABILITY

Preexposure decision validation, decision transparency & traceability

MAIN FLOW

1. Carrier publishes updated surcharge data - Aircon ingests automatically
2. Forwarder initiates a quote - Aircon applies all current surcharges as part of the decision evaluation
3. Platform surfaces itemized margin breakdown before quote is issued
4. Forwarder confirms…quote reflects accurate, current cost structure

KPIs

Zero surcharge omissions · Recovery of 3–8% in previously missed surcharge revenue · Elimination of post-booking margin corrections from surcharge error

BUSINESS VALUE

Surcharge accuracy isn't a back-office problem…it's a decision timing problem. Aircon solves it before exposure, not after.

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