• Consignments matching the rule will automatically display Booking Required = Yes
• The field will be visible on consignment search and filtering pages
• The flag may also appear in other operational views, such as pickup allocation
  
  

Step-by-step Instructions

1. Navigate to Configuration > Rules and Automation > Location Booking Requirements
2. Select Create New Rule
3. Define the rule criteria:
   • Location type (Pickup, Delivery, or both)
   • Any additional conditions required for booking
4. Click on Update to save the rule
   
   
   
   

Result:
The rule is created but not yet active.

1. Locate the newly created Location Booking Rule
2. Toggle the rule status to Enabled
3. Click on Update to save the rule
   
   
   
   

Result:
The system will now apply this rule to newly created consignments that meet the criteria.

To make the rule visible in searches and filters:

1. Navigate to Consignment Search / Consignment Filter
2. Open Column Settings or Field Selector
3. Add the Booking Required column
4. Save your view or layout preferences
   
   
   
   
   

Result:
The Booking Required column will now display Yes / No against each consignment.

1. Create a new consignment as normal
2. Use a pickup or delivery location that matches the Location Booking Rule
3. Save the consignment
   

Result:

• The Booking Required field is automatically populated
• The consignment will display Booking Required = Yes in search results and filters
  

Important

If a booking date and time has not been added to the consignment, the driver app will display a pop-up notification when the driver attempts to load the freight for delivery. This prompt requires the driver to enter a booking before they can proceed.