# Freightview MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > Freightview lets you automate LTL freight quoting, track shipments, and manage your carrier network using AI agents. It connects your account to your AI client so you can get real-time rates and monitor active logistics from a single chat window. ## Overview - **Category:** logistics-supply-chain - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_ChoRDGCTjXSBeGM9flbNoj2hwITXipuf9eIe9Xyw/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** freight-quoting, shipment-tracking, logistics-management, ltl-shipping, carrier-management, supply-chain ## Description Managing LTL freight usually means jumping between tabs to check rates, hunt down tracking numbers, and keep a messy spreadsheet of carrier contacts. This Connector changes that by letting your AI agent do the heavy lifting. Instead of manual data entry, you can just ask your agent to pull quotes from your entire carrier network or check where a specific shipment is currently sitting. It pulls your saved addresses and item catalogs into the conversation so the AI knows exactly what you're shipping without you having to re-type details every time. Because Vinkius makes it easy to plug this into your existing workflow, you can handle the logistics side of your business through a natural conversation. You get a clear view of your active webhooks, historical quotes, and carrier performance, all in one place. It turns a fragmented logistics process into a single, coherent conversation with your AI. ## Tools ### request_rates Request freight rates from all your connected carriers at once. This lets you compare prices instantly to find the best deal for your shipment. ### get_account_details View your organization's specific attributes and account information. This helps your agent understand your specific account context. ### get_carrier_details Pull specific information about a single carrier in your network. Use this to check carrier-specific details on demand. ### get_quote_details See the full metadata and breakdown for a specific freight quote. This provides the granular details behind a requested rate. ### get_shipment_details Fetch the current status and metadata for a specific shipment. It gives you a deep dive into a single tracking number. ### list_address_book See all the saved addresses in your Freightview account. This prevents you from having to type out long addresses every time you quote. ### list_connected_carriers See the full list of carriers currently linked to your account. It helps you manage your logistics partners in one view. ### list_contacts View your saved logistics contacts for easy reference. This keeps your carrier contact list handy for your agent. ### list_item_catalog See the list of items you ship most frequently. Use this to help your agent understand the volume and type of your freight. ### list_freight_quotes Look through your recent freight quotes for cost analysis. This helps you track your spending over time. ### list_shipments See a list of all your active freight shipments. Use this to get a high-level overview of everything currently in transit. ### list_webhooks View the active webhooks set up for your account notifications. This helps you monitor automated status updates. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` Can you show me the 3 cheapest quotes for a pallet going from 60601 to 90210? ``` **Response:** ``` ### Freight Quotes for 60601 to 90210 I've requested rates from your connected carriers. Here are the best options: | Carrier | Rate | Est. Delivery | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Old Dominion** | $450.00 | 3 Days | | **XPO Logistics** | $475.00 | 2 Days | | **FedEx Freight** | $490.00 | 2 Days | Would you like me to book one of these or get more details? ``` **Prompt:** ``` Where is shipment SHIP-123 right now and what's the estimated delivery? ``` **Response:** ``` ### Shipment Status: SHIP-123 * **Current Status:** In Transit * **Current Location:** Memphis, TN * **Estimated Delivery:** Tuesday, Oct 24th * **Last Update:** Arrived at sorting facility 2 hours ago. Do you want me to list all other active shipments for today? ``` **Prompt:** ``` List all my active carriers and tell me if I have any saved addresses for California. ``` **Response:** ``` ### Carrier & Address Summary **Connected Carriers:** * Old Dominion * FedEx Freight * XPO Logistics * JB Hunt **California Addresses:** I found **3** saved addresses in your book for California: 1. 123 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 2. 456 Palm Ave, San Diego, CA 3. 789 Redwood Ln, San Francisco, CA ``` ## Capabilities ### Get real-time freight quotes Request rates from all your connected carriers simultaneously to find the best price. ### Track active shipments See the current transit status and delivery estimates for your freight. ### Browse carrier networks View every carrier linked to your account in a single list. ### Access saved shipping addresses Pull from your saved address book to ensure quoting accuracy. ### View historical quote data Look back at past quotes to analyze shipping costs and trends. ### Manage logistics contacts Keep your carrier contact information organized and accessible. ## Use Cases ### The Rate Shopping Sprint A coordinator needs to find the cheapest way to move 5 pallets. They ask the agent to request_rates for three different zip codes and compare the results instantly. ### The Late Shipment Rescue A customer calls asking where their order is. The ops lead asks the agent to list_shipments and get_shipment_details to give the customer a precise delivery window. ### The Carrier Audit A manager wants to see who they are working with. They ask the agent to list_connected_carriers and get_carrier_details to review their current logistics partners. ### The Cost Analysis At the end of the month, an analyst uses list_freight_quotes to see how much they spent on LTL shipping compared to the previous month. ## Benefits - Get instant freight quotes from multiple carriers at once using request_rates, so you don't have to call each one individually. - Keep a pulse on every active shipment with list_shipments, giving you a real-time view of your entire logistics network. - Stop searching for contact info by using list_contacts and list_connected_carriers to keep all your carrier data in one spot. - Speed up the quoting process by having your agent pull from list_address_book and list_item_catalog to fill in the blanks automatically. - Analyze your spending trends over time by pulling historical data with list_freight_quotes for better budget planning. ## How It Works The bottom line is that you stop switching tabs and start getting shipping answers in plain text. 1. Connect your Freightview account by providing your User and Account keys in your AI client. 2. Ask your agent to perform a specific task, like requesting a rate for a specific zip code. 3. Receive the data directly in your chat window for immediate action. ## Frequently Asked Questions **How does Freightview help with LTL freight quoting?** It allows your AI agent to request rates from all your connected carriers at once. Instead of calling each one, you get a comparison of prices in your chat window instantly. **Can I use this to track my shipments in real-time?** Yes. Your agent can pull the current transit status and estimated delivery dates for any active shipment in your Freightview account. **Does Freightview support multiple carriers at once?** Exactly. One of the main benefits is the ability to request quotes from your entire carrier network simultaneously to find the best price. **Can my AI agent see my saved addresses and items?** Yes, it can pull from your saved address book and item catalog. This ensures that the quotes your agent generates are based on your real shipping data. **How do I get historical quotes from Freightview?** The Connector can pull your recent freight quotes into the conversation. This is great for analyzing past spending and spotting trends in your shipping costs. **Can I manage my carrier contacts using this Connector?** Yes. You can ask your agent to list your connected carriers or your saved logistics contacts whenever you need to find a specific partner's info. **How do I get my API Keys for Freightview?** Log in to your Freightview account, click your Company Name, then go to Account Settings > API Keys to find your User and Account keys. **Can I request live rates for a new shipment?** Yes! Use the 'request_rates' tool and provide the origin and destination zip codes. The agent will retrieve quotes from all your connected carriers. **How do I check the current status of an active shipment?** Use the 'get_shipment_details' tool and provide the Shipment ID. The agent will return the most recent tracking metadata and location history. **Can I see a list of all my connected carriers?** Yes! The 'list_connected_carriers' tool retrieves all carrier accounts currently linked to your Freightview platform.