Ocean_Export fully automates an entire ocean export operation. Based on proven operational workflow procedures, IES Ocean Export integrates all steps from quotation to booking to document distribution. Vital information only needs to be entered once and can be reused through all subsequent steps. Since quotations, bookings and shipping instructions all share common data, they can be created quickly.


Air_Export allows simultaneous close out a console, customer service, easy warehouse tracking, operations and quick look up service rates- all with a simple click of the mouse. Air Export offers fully integrated support for gateway schedules and split master air waybills and house air waybills. Transactions can be expedited with existing carrier EDI connections. All product information can be traced from departure port to final destination.


Simple_Supply_Chain_Manager is ideal for operations that do not requie labeling or warehousing. The IES Simple Supply Chain Manager is the perfect solution to manage a supply chain from purchase order to final delivery. Receive EDI 850, XML or flat file .csv purchase orders from customers, while providing complete Web visibility with EDI and e-mail status messages for management down to the SKU level.

Inventory_Based_Warehouse incorporates complete complete control of warehouse receipt, stocking, picking, labeling, shipping with e-mail notification as well as 24/7 online status tracking. Fully integratable to all IES modules such as Accounting and AMS to Operations.

Collections and Freight Release Manager ensures the payment of cargo or sufficient credit prior to release as well as automate the distribution of invoices and detailed statements in PDF format via e-mail customized according to degree of delinquency and consequence.

Statistics allows streamlined creation of spreadsheets and cross tabs in Microsoft Excel using simple pull-down menus. All data is pre-calculated, so reports are generated quickly. With the click of a button see the data contained within your IES system in a report format that can be defined without knowledge of statistical analysis or spreadsheet applications.

Document_Distribution_Manager allows you to control the printing, faxing and e-mailing of documents. Preventing the printing of a Bill of Lading and the release of cargo for customers on credit hold can save $100,000s in liability. Rules can be set-up by shipment, client, port and country.

Event_Manager allows you to send e-mail notifications of changed events. Monitor why an event such as an Estimated Arrival Date was changed. Allows your customers access to IES Web Tracking from the notification e-mail to reach the shipment details.

Workflow_Manager is the key to shipment management. Know if any shipments were delivered two days after the estimated arrival date, if any invoices weren't printed one day before the estimated, which purchase orders will ship in the next 2 weeks or which will not ship on time. View at-a-glance when free time has expired on all shipments two days beforehand. Know what shipments have arrived but have not cleared and which orders on bookings are within a week of their ship date.

Agent_Update allows use re-use of exisintg data already entered by overseas agents. Agents input purchase order and shipment-related data on a user-friendly web-based application. Agents and staff alike will prefer communicating shipments online with the streamlined interface and pre-populated data-driven menus. Manage the import of agents' files as with any EDI transmission. Easily control the import of each shipment file and verify all the data. From the Message Center screen, view the details of agents' files for import, confirm correct codes or create new codes.

SCOPE stands for Shipment, Coordination, Operations, Process and Environment. This module seamlessly delivers the service and the security you require. SCOPE collaborating with all relevant parties is fundamental to facilitate the transfer of critical information. SCOPE is a common collaborative application and data repository allowing different systems to communicate as a highly integrated unit.

Import_Break_Bulk covers all possibilities across all modes of transport from back-to-back single shipment, co-loads, multi-container consolidations, to full flight charters. Data entry is simplified with configurable templates defined by shipment type.

Canadian_ACI Import cargo into Canada, while complying with Canada's Border Services Agency’s, CBSA, Advance Commercial Information (ACI) initiative. File your manifest electronically 24/7 with IES' CBSA certified Web application. Manage voyages, house bills, arrivals and in-bond activities on your shipments imported into Canada. Data entry is minimized via auto-population of frequently used and repetitive information such as: shipper, consignee, intermediate and notify parties.

Purchase_Order_Direct allows you to receive purchase orders via EDI or XML from your customers via a Web upload. Your agents overseas can manage delivery with your vendors. With PO Direct, both parties can easily update the status of shipments online.


Accounting provides an advanced spot job costing P&L with real-time financials and multi-currency support. Accounting is tightly integrated with the operational modules and is designed specifically for the needs of transportation service providers including: a general ledger system, credit limit control, electronic bank reconciliation, agent settlement, vendor payments and profit allocation across several departments. Its comprehensive reporting system helps finance carefully monitor their business.


Web_Tracking provides agents, shippers, masters and consignees with the up-to-the minute status on their shipments helping to minimize calls to customer service. View shipment details by file number, mode, status, reference number, date, quantity, party and place. In addition to monitoring shipment status and proof-of-delivery, users can print documents, set e-mail notifications, update shipment information and add bookings.


Warehouse_Management_System_[WMS] offers visibility of cargo status and inventory on-hand with load planning that is fully integrated with Air and Ocean modules. Users can create warehouse receipts, track items in house, create load plans and create domestic trucking shipments with full support for bar codes and scanning.

DC_Bypass_Supply_Chain_Manager allows you to receive purchase orders via EDI or XML from your customers via a Web upload and send data back to your customers via EDI or XML. Overseas agents can manage delivery with your vendors. Both parties can update the status on shipments and all is accessible via the Web. Allocations and load plans can be managed by the supplier or agent's warehouse. The supplier and the warehouse can print bar-coded labels for final delivery directly from the Web eliminating the need for a US-based labor force and warehouse, dramatically reducing costs and speeding up inventory cycle.


Ocean_Automated_Manifest_System_[AMS] provides full electronic manifest compliance. IES was first to be certified for NVOCC Ocean and Air AMS by US Customs. IES processes over 10,000 transactions per day; saving customers $20 or more per file compared with the document fee charged by the shipping lines.

Air_Automated_Manifest_System_[AMS] allows web-based management of air waybills to fully comply with regulations, while controlling declarations and maintaining normal cargo transit schedules. Manage master, house and direct air waybills, arrivals and in-bond activities. Sensitive manifest information is transferred directly to US Customs with encrypted shipper and consignee information and cargo is authorized to move. Receive emailed CBP confirmation minutes after submission.

Customs_House_Broker_[CHB] is a complete ABI package with electronic RLF and AII filing. Send 7501, 3461, delivery orders and invoices and receive confirmed Customs transactions from your desktop. Full integration with IES Accounting allows you to accurately manage Customs payments and client billing. Customs House Broker also provides full reference tables and harmonized tariff schedules.

AMS_to_Operations allows you to extend the value of the IES AMS system, while avoiding duplicate data entry. AMS to Operations imports IES AMS data directly into your IES Ocean Import system from your overseas agents' input.

Electronic_In-Bond is a powerful Web-based application to electronically file 7512s and receive authorization in seconds. EIB eliminates up to 80% of the data entry required and provides valuable visibility into the AMS system. With 24x7 access and a direct connection to US Customs, all you need to release cargo is a destination, value and transport bill number.

Electronic_Truck_Manifest_[Truck_ACE] is a US Customs and Border Protection system designed to replace paper manifests, expedite trade and increase information sharing among government agencies, while enhancing border security. Keep drivers informed via fax, voice, pager, text message, e-mail or the Web and cross the border with ease.


NVOCC review shipments for completeness with just a click of the mouse. Deliver fast and accurate quotes. With EDI connectivity, seamlessly transfer vital data from quotations to invoices, and accessing comprehensive client database Comply with CBP via direct encrypted MQ AES communication. Individual house files can be allocated or float from the consolidation up until the point of loading to achieve maximum utilization or meet the customer's requirement.

Mexican_Ocean_AMS was designed using cutting-edge technologies to process in-bound and out-bound containers with Mexican Customs.  The system is wholly compliant with the new mandatory regulations established September 1, 2007 for all Carriers, Forwarders and NVOCC’s.