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Invoice generation and billing

Automatically generates invoices and processes billing for completed deliveries by collecting delivery data, calculating costs, and sending invoices to customers. This workflow reduces manual billing errors and accelerates payment collection.

Workflow Trigger

Delivery is marked as completed in the tracking system

Visual Flow

Each node represents an automated step. Connections show how data and decisions move through the workflow.

Step-by-Step Breakdown

Detailed explanation of each automated stage in the workflow.

  1. 1
    Trigger

    Delivery completion detected

    The workflow is triggered when a delivery status changes to 'completed' in the tracking system. This includes proof of delivery confirmation from the driver.

  2. 2
    Action

    Retrieve delivery details

    Fetches comprehensive delivery information including route data, time stamps, distance traveled, and any additional services provided. Special handling fees and fuel surcharges are also collected.

  3. 3
    Decision

    Determine billing structure

    Evaluates whether the customer uses flat-rate pricing, distance-based pricing, or custom enterprise rates. Routes to appropriate calculation method based on customer tier and service level.

  4. 4
    Action

    Calculate total charges

    Computes final billing amount including base delivery fee, distance charges, time-based fees, and any applicable surcharges or discounts. Tax calculations are applied based on delivery zones.

    Billing SystemTax API
  5. 5
    Action

    Generate invoice document

    Creates a detailed invoice with itemized charges, delivery proof, route map, and payment terms. Invoice is formatted according to customer preferences and compliance requirements.

  6. 6
    Action

    Send invoice and notifications

    Delivers invoice to customer via their preferred method (email, portal, API) and sends delivery confirmation notifications. Payment reminders are scheduled based on terms.

  7. 7
    Output

    Invoice sent and recorded

    Invoice is successfully delivered to customer and logged in accounting system with tracking number for follow-up. Payment status monitoring begins automatically.

    Accounting SystemPayment Processor

Outputs

  • Generated invoice with delivery proof
  • Customer billing notification
  • Accounting system entry
  • Payment tracking record

Key Metrics

  • Invoice processing time
  • Billing accuracy rate
  • Days sales outstanding
  • Customer payment response time
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