Extract Data from Bills of Lading Automatically
Automate bill of lading processing with AI-powered OCR. Extract shipment details, cargo information, and tracking data from ocean, air, truck, or rail BOLs with 99.7% accuracy.
From Bill of Lading to Structured Data
Watch how our AI instantly extracts and structures all shipping data from bills of lading
Sample BOL - any format supported
BOL Details
Carrier Information
Pacific Logistics Inc.
2000 Harbor Drive, Long Beach, CA 90802
Shipper & Consignee
FROM:
Industrial Manufacturing Co.
Detroit, MI 48201
TO:
Retail Distribution Center
Phoenix, AZ 85001
Commodity Details
Freight Charges
All fields extracted in under 10 seconds - Ready to import into your TMS or logistics system
Every BOL Field Extracted Automatically
From shipper details to cargo specifications, our AI extracts all critical BOL information with precision.
BOL Number
Unique BOL identifier
Shipper Name
Consignor details
Shipper Address
Origin location
Consignee Name
Receiver information
Consignee Address
Destination location
Carrier Name
Transportation company
Carrier SCAC Code
Standard carrier code
Shipment Date
Date of shipment
Delivery Date
Expected delivery
Port of Loading
Origin port
Port of Discharge
Destination port
Container Number
Container ID
Vessel/Flight
Vessel or flight number
Item Description
Cargo description
Quantity
Number of pieces/units
Weight
Gross/net weight
Dimensions
Cargo dimensions
Freight Terms
Prepaid/collect
Incoterms
Trade terms (FOB, CIF, etc.)
Special Instructions
Handling notes
Declared Value
Cargo value
Freight Charges
Transportation costs
Built for Global Logistics
99.7% Accuracy
Extract all BOL data accurately from any format - ocean, air, truck, or rail bills of lading
Process in Seconds
Process complex multi-page BOLs in seconds instead of manual data entry taking minutes
All BOL Types
Works with ocean BOL, house BOL, master BOL, air waybill, straight BOL, and order BOL formats
Multi-Modal Support
Process bills of lading for ocean freight, air cargo, trucking, and rail shipments
International Support
Handle BOLs from any country with support for multiple languages and international formats
Compliance Ready
SOC 2 Type II certified with full compliance for international shipping documentation
Enterprise-Grade BOL Processing
Container Tracking
Extract container numbers and link to tracking systems for real-time shipment visibility
Multi-Commodity Support
Handle BOLs with multiple line items, commodities, and mixed cargo types
Hazmat Detection
Automatically identify and flag hazardous materials with proper classification codes
Weight & Dimensions
Extract detailed measurements including gross weight, net weight, volume, and dimensions
Signature Capture
Extract and preserve carrier and shipper signatures for proof of shipment
Multi-Page Processing
Process complex multi-page BOLs with attachments and supporting documents
Perfect for Every Logistics Operation
Freight Forwarding
Automate BOL processing to speed up shipment tracking and documentation
- Faster data entry
- Shipment tracking
- Documentation accuracy
- Customer visibility
Logistics Management
Extract shipment data for real-time tracking and warehouse management
- Inventory updates
- Route optimization
- Delivery tracking
- ETA predictions
Customs Clearance
Process BOL data for customs documentation and compliance requirements
- Faster clearance
- Compliance docs
- Duty calculation
- Audit trails
Supply Chain Management
Integrate BOL data into your supply chain systems for end-to-end visibility
- Supply chain visibility
- Vendor management
- Lead time analysis
- Performance metrics
E-commerce Fulfillment
Automatically process shipping documents to update order and inventory systems
- Order updates
- Inventory sync
- Customer notifications
- Return management
Manufacturing & Distribution
Track inbound and outbound shipments with automated BOL processing
- Receiving automation
- Shipping verification
- Material tracking
- Production planning
All Transportation Modes Supported
Process bills of lading from ocean, air, truck, and rail shipments with specialized extraction
Ocean Freight
- • Container numbers
- • Vessel details
- • Port information
- • Incoterms
Air Cargo
- • Air waybill numbers
- • Flight details
- • Airport codes
- • Cargo dimensions
Road Freight
- • Truck BOL numbers
- • Carrier details
- • Pickup/delivery
- • Freight class
Intermodal
- • Multi-leg tracking
- • Transfer points
- • Combined docs
- • End-to-end view
From BOL to TMS in 4 Easy Steps
Upload BOL
Upload scanned BOLs, PDFs, photos, or forward BOL emails to your DigiParser inbox
AI Extracts Data
Our AI automatically extracts all fields including shipper, consignee, cargo details, and container information
Validate & Review
Review extracted data with intelligent validation rules to ensure accuracy and completeness
Sync to TMS/WMS
Automatically sync data to your TMS, WMS, ERP, or customs software via API or integrations
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of bills of lading can you process?
We process all BOL types including Ocean BOL (B/L), House BOL, Master BOL, Air Waybill (AWB), Straight BOL, Order BOL, Through BOL, and Negotiable/Non-Negotiable BOLs. Our AI works with paper documents, PDFs, faxes, and email attachments from any carrier or freight forwarder.
Can you extract data from international BOLs?
Yes! We support BOLs from any country and handle multiple languages, international address formats, and various measurement units (metric/imperial). Our system recognizes common international shipping terms (Incoterms) like FOB, CIF, CFR, DDP, etc.
How accurate is the BOL data extraction?
We achieve 99.7% accuracy on BOL extraction. Our AI is trained on millions of shipping documents from various carriers, freight forwarders, and international shipping routes. The system handles different BOL layouts, formats, and quality levels with high precision.
Do you support ocean, air, and truck BOLs?
Yes! We support bills of lading for all transportation modes: Ocean freight (including container shipping), Air cargo (air waybills), Road freight (truck BOLs), Rail freight, and multimodal/intermodal shipments. Each mode has specific fields that are automatically extracted.
Can you extract container numbers and tracking information?
Absolutely! We extract container numbers, seal numbers, vessel names, voyage numbers, flight numbers, and tracking references. This data can be automatically linked to container tracking systems for real-time shipment visibility.
How do you handle multi-page BOLs?
Our AI processes multi-page BOLs seamlessly, extracting data from all pages including cargo details, additional terms, and attachments. We maintain relationships between items and properly structure the data even when spread across multiple pages.
Do you integrate with TMS and WMS systems?
Yes! We integrate with popular Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) like Oracle TMS, SAP TM, Manhattan WMS, and more. We also provide APIs and webhooks for custom integrations with any logistics software.
Can you process BOLs received via email or fax?
Yes! You can forward BOL emails directly to your DigiParser address for automatic processing. We extract data from PDF attachments, scanned images, and even fax transmissions. Set up email filters to automatically forward BOLs from specific carriers or customers.
Is shipping data secure and compliant?
Absolutely. We maintain SOC 2 Type II certification and comply with international data protection regulations including GDPR. All shipping documents are encrypted in transit and at rest. We never share your shipment data with third parties.
How much does it cost?
We offer a free tier with 100 BOLs per month (no credit card required). Paid plans start at $14/month for 100 documents. For freight forwarders, 3PLs, and high-volume shippers, we offer custom enterprise pricing with volume discounts, dedicated support, and advanced features.
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