FFA

Objective: Develop and enhance the Master BL Screen module to efficiently create, manage, and track Master Bill of Lading (MBL) or Master Air Waybill (MAWB) for both Ocean and Air Import/Export operations.
User Stories for Master BL Screen Module:

1. MBL/MAWB Creation:

• As a user, I want to create a new MBL/MAWB record with a unique reference number and select shipper, consignee, notify parties, ports, charges, etc. from dropdown lists populated with existing clients in the system. (Acceptance Criteria: Unique reference number generation, ability to enter details like Shipper, Consignee, Notify Party, Ports.
  Integration with existing client database, dropdown population based on user permissions).

2. Salesperson/Client List Integration:

• As a salesperson, I want to view and manage only my client/consignee list when creating or editing MBLs/MAWBs. (Acceptance Criteria: Implement user-based client filtering)

3. Weight and Chargeable Weight Calculation:

• As a user, I want the system to automatically calculate Master Chargeable Weight (in case of Air) and ensure that master weight tallies with associated HBLs/HAWBs.
• Chargeable Weight = (Dimension * No. of Pieces) / 6000
• (Acceptance Criteria: Develop automatic chargeable weight calculation based on HBL/HAWB data)

4. Status Update Handling:

• As a user, I want to update statuses of MBLs/MAWBs at different stages of processing, such as when DO is received from shipping line or Airline. (Acceptance Criteria: Define and implement status options, allow users to update status)

5. Data Exchange Integration:

• As a system, I want to ensure secure, accurate, and timely data exchange between the Freight Forwarding system and external systems. (Acceptance Criteria: Define data security protocols, implement data validation for external exchanges)

6. Linking to Bookings and Schedules:

• As a user, I want MBLs/MAWBs to be linked to the corresponding booking if exist and vessel/flight schedules for accurate tracking and scheduling of cargo. (Acceptance Criteria: Develop functionality to link MBL/MAWBs to bookings and schedules)

Fields (Ocean & Air)

1. General Information

• Unique MBL/MAWB Reference Number
• Shipment Date
• Voyage/Flight Number (if applicable)

2. Parties Involved

• Shipper
• Consignee
• Notify Party

3. Locations

• Origin City/Country
• Destination City/Country

4. Cargo Details

• Number of Packages
• Description of Goods

5. Weights and Measurements

• Gross Weight
• Volume (if applicable)

6. Charges

• Total Freight Charges (may be broken down further)

7. Status

• Current status of the shipment (e.g., Booking Confirmed, Cargo Received, Delivered)

Ocean Specific Fields

1. Locations

• Port of Loading (POL)
• Port of Discharge (POD)

2. Cargo Details

• Container Details (Type, Size, Seal Number, etc..)

3. Additional Information

• Hazardous Material Indicator
• Booking Number (for reference)

Air Specific Fields

1. Locations

• Airport of Departure (AOD)
• Airport of Arrival (AOA)

2. Cargo Details

• Handling Information (e.g., Fragile, Perishable)
• Special Requirements (SSR) (e.g., Temperature Control)

3. Additional Information

• Incoterms (International Commercial Terms)