API Integrations

Drive efficiency with seamless APIs

Leverage our growing suite of integrations

Streamline your transportation process with a growing suite of API integrations. Seamlessly create listings, manage dispatches, and more — all while working more efficiently from your own systems.

Streamline Processes

Easily manage your loads with seamless APIs connections to Message Plane CRM, BATS, Cronetic, and more to come. Get fast, convenient access to them through those platforms or by working directly with us.

Use Your Own System

Complete every step of the vehicle transport process in a familiar workflow that’s as seamless as it is secure. Save yourself valuable time with no need to switch between different platforms.

APIs
Listings APIs

Create, update and delete listings without leaving your platform

Get everything you need to manage your Central Dispatch listings and optimize their performance in the marketplace, while enjoying every feature and capability of your favorite platform.

All Plans

Fulfillment API

Keep shipments on-track and ensure fulfillment

Ensure every shipment is running efficiently and on-schedule with real-time updates and geolocation information, plus ability to edit dispatches and provide status on the fly.

Premium Plans Only

Membership API

Get the latest partner information

Manage membership within Central Dispatch. You can use this API to retrieve carrier / shipper details when completing dispatch activities.

Premium Plans Only

Dispatch Document API

Get maximum transparency with dispatch documentation

Access critical documentation, dispatch sheets, and eBOL information for full visibility into the transportation process, plus full transparency into vehicle inspections and condition.

All Plans

Event API

Stay on top of shipments at every step of the process

Receive real-time event notifications throughout the transportation process, browse and subscribe to events for dispatching, and even search and retrieve past events.

Premium Plans Only

Market Intelligence API

Optimize your pricing strategy

Our unmatched volume of marketplace intelligence and AI predictive pricing reveals the true, real-time cost of every load, ensuring you always get the most competitive rates possible.

Add-on

Visit the developer portal to get started with Central Dispatch APIs

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FAQs

How do I get started with APIs?

To begin integrating with Central Dispatch APIs, visit our API Developer Portal. There, you’ll find comprehensive guides, documentation, and support to help you seamlessly connect your systems.

What should I do if there’s an issue with my integration?

If you encounter any challenges or have questions about your API integration, our support team is here to assist. Please contact us at datasyndicationsupport@centraldispatch.com for assistance. Our team will reply within 2 business days, Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM ET. For weekends and holidays, please allow up to 3 business days for a response.

Is there an additional cost for API integrations?

The availability of APIs depends on your Central Dispatch subscription plan:
Core Plan: Includes access to the Listing API.
Premium Plan: Provides access to the full suite of APIs, including Fulfillment, Dispatch Document, Event, and Membership APIs.
Market Intelligence API: Available as an add-on to any plan and requires an additional subscription.

How secure are these API integrations?

Security is a top priority at Central Dispatch. Our APIs utilize standard OAuth protocols for authentication, ensuring secure and authorized access. Additionally, we’ve implemented advanced security measures to protect our marketplace, which may impact the use of bots and unauthorized plug-ins. 

Can I suggest a technology provider for integration?

Absolutely! We welcome suggestions for technology providers you’d like to see integrated with Central Dispatch. Please reach out to our support team at datasyndicationsupport@centraldispatch.com with your recommendations.

Which APIs are available with each plan?

Here’s a breakdown of API availability by subscription plan:
Core Plan: Access to the Listings API.
Premium Plan: Access to the full suite of APIs, including Listings, Fulfillment, Dispatch Document, Event, and Membership APIs.
Market Intelligence API: Available as an add-on to any plan and requires an additional subscription. 

How can I receive Price Check Plus data through an API?

To access pricing data similar to Price Check Plus, you’ll need to subscribe to our Market Intelligence API. This API provides real-time market insights and AI-powered recommendations to help you make informed pricing decisions. Please note that the Market Intelligence API is available as an add-on to any plan and requires an additional subscription.