| At Eastern Connection, we employ state-of-the-art technology to assure the prompt and safe delivery of all packages. All of our drivers are equipped with mobile, hand-held wireless barcode scanners to ensure proper documentation of packages. The MC70 scanners track proof-of-delivery, including electronic signature capture, in real-time, providing up-to-the-minute information that is available through Eastern Connection's web site parcel tracking. Our technology, which is on par with national carriers, helps us maintain an industry-leading 98% on-time efficiency record. |  |
Technology features at Eastern Connection:- Scanner bar coding to protect customer confidentiality and expedite tracking of shipments.
- Package is scanned four times:
Pickup, Warehouse Distribution Sort,
Load for Delivery, and POD.
- Proof-of-delivery in real-time with an electronic signature capture upload
- Integrated shipping and tracking generated by GPS wireless system that tracks all field personnel and route vehicles.
- Immediate two-way communication with all drivers using digital Nextel direct connect network.
- Web site shipping and package tracking capabilities.
- EDI - Electronic Data Interchange invoicing.
- Kewill and Pitney Bowes software module options, as well as our proprietary Partnership automation system and web-based ECShip.
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