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Drop Mode – How to Add and Use the Drop Mode Field

Configure your orders to specify delivery methods like Sideloader, Drop & Pick, or Live Unload with the Drop Mode field.

What is Drop Mode?

The Drop Mode field in TCMS is used to indicate how a container or freight is to be delivered or collected from a site. It’s particularly useful for Full Container Load (FCL) deliveries and heavy freight jobs, where specific equipment or handling methods are required.

By specifying the drop mode, you help ensure the carrier knows what type of equipment is needed to successfully complete the delivery or collection.

Common Drop Mode Types

Here are some frequently used Drop Modes and what they mean:

  • Sideloader – A truck with a side-mounted crane that places the container on the ground. Ideal when the delivery site has no loading dock or equipment.

  • Drop and Pick – The container is dropped off and collected later after unloading. Suitable for sites that need time to unpack.

  • Live Unload – The driver stays onsite while the container is immediately unloaded. The truck then departs with the empty container.

  • Tail Lift – A hydraulic lift (liftgate) helps lower goods to the ground, common in general freight.

  • Crane Required – A crane is needed at the delivery site to unload the container or cargo.

How to Add Drop Mode to an Order Template

To enable Drop Mode in your order entry workflow:

  1. Navigate to Manage
    From the top-right profile menu, select Manage.

  2. Go to Order Templates
    Under the Orders section, click on Order Templates.

  3. Edit the Desired Template
    Find the order template you want to edit and click the pencil icon ✏️ to edit.

  4. Add Drop Mode Field
    Scroll to the Task Details section.

    • Add Drop Mode as a field.

    • Choose whether it should be Optional or Required.

  5. Save the Template
    Click Save to apply your changes.

Once configured, the Drop Mode field will be visible when creating orders using that template.

Why Use Drop Mode?

Using the Drop Mode field helps:

  • Ensure clear communication with your transport partners

  • Prevent delivery failures due to missing equipment

  • Improve planning for container deliveries and pickups

  • Provide clear instructions in high-volume or complex freight operations

If you have questions or need help setting this up, reach out to support@yojee.com.