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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
McLeod Software Unveils Simultaneous Upgrade Of LoadMaster® and PowerBroker® at ATA
New Features Designed by Customers Improve Productivity and Customer Service
October 29, 2006
Dallas, TX –—McLeod Software simultaneously unveiled Version 8 (v8) of its LoadMaster ®and PowerBroker® enterprise software products at the American Trucking Associations’ Management Conference and Exhibition, held October 28-31, 2006 in Dallas, Texas. Loadmaster ® is McLeod Software’s flagship management solution for private and for-hire fleets, while PowerBroker® is the company’s software solution for non-asset-based brokerage and logistics providers.
Based extensively on customer input, the upgraded versions of the two products share many enhanced features to help carriers reduce administration time, increase productivity and provide greater levels of customer service. Several of these features were specifically developed to address unique challenges in the refrigerated carrier segment. The new robust capabilities include a feature that expands the visibility of order billing and payment detail; new screens that enhance the tracking of over, short and damaged (OS&D) reports and appointment confirmations; expedient automation of garnishment and claims processing, as well as the ability to automate a wider variety of fuel surcharge scenarios. Additionally, LoadMaster® v8 offers a new temperature warning system, while PowerBrokerÔ v8 now interfaces with Transcore’s Carrierwatch™ to validate carriers.
“With new functionality and enhanced features, Version 8 of both LoadMaster®and PowerBroker® exemplifies our commitment to providing the tools that trucking companies need to better serve their customers,” Tom McLeod, president and chief executive officer of McLeod Software. “As carriers become more sophisticated, they require more specialized software tools to better address the specific needs of the market niches they serve.” McLeod continued, “These enhanced products will help our customers to further leverage the power of LoadMaster® and PowerBroker® to streamline their business operations and gain an advantage in the marketplace.”
About McLeod Software
McLeod Software is a leading provider of dispatch and accounting fleet management software in North America. Specifically developed for the trucking industry, McLeod Software's innovative management solutions and services enable transportation companies to increase their efficiencies, while reducing costs and driver turnover. McLeod Software's integrated best-in-class software products include LoadMaster,® PowerBrokerÔ and LoadMaste® Document Imaging. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, the company serves over 500 companies throughout North America. For more information, contact us toll free at 877-362-5363 or visit us at www.mcleodsoftware.com.
About LoadMaster®
LoadMaster® is the most advanced enterprise transportation management software solution available to the trucking industry. Fully integrated from operations through accounting, LoadMaster® is customizable and interfaces with most popular mobile communication, mileage and fuel systems. Database and platform-independent, LoadMaster® offers Client/Server distributed processing with a Graphical User Interface (GUI). The solution is based on Java™2, Enterprise Edition technologies (J2EE), and will allow applications to run on Windows™, Unix systems and the AS/400 without recompiling.
About PowerBroker®
PowerBroker® is a comprehensive software solution for non-asset-based trucking brokerage and logistics providers. Fully integrated from operations through accounting, it offers unique functionality including Agent Access™ and Private Notification Network™ to provide brokerage and logistics tools for optimum efficiency. Database and platform-independent, PowerBrokerÔ offers Client/Server distributed processing with a Graphical User Interface (GUI). The solution is based on Java™2, Enterprise Edition technologies, and will allow applications to run on Windows™, Unix systems and the AS/400 without recompiling.