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Streamline Your Shipments: How to Track Customs & Freight via MuleBuy Spreadsheet

2025-12-27

Updated for enhanced procurement workflow integration.

Staying informed about your international shipments is crucial for supply chain planning. MuleBuy has integrated a powerful new feature directly into your procurement spreadsheet: customs status and freight update tracking. Now, monitor every step without switching platforms.

The New Tracking Columns

Your familiar MuleBuy Spreadsheet now includes dedicated columns for real-time logistics data:

Spreadsheet Column Data Provided
Customs Status Current clearance stage (e.g., "Documentation Review," "Held for Inspection," "Cleared").
Freight Update Latest carrier scan or location (e.g., "Departed Origin Hub," "Arrived at Destination Port").
Estimated Clearance Date Projected date for customs release.
Tracking Link Direct URL to the carrier's detailed tracking page.

How to View Clearance Progress

  1. Access Your Dashboard

    Log in to your MuleBuy procurement dashboard and open your active sourcing spreadsheet.

  2. Locate the Tracking Columns

    Scroll horizontally to find the new columns, typically positioned after the "Shipping Method""Order Value"

    ... | Shipping Method | Order Value | Customs StatusFreight Update
                    
  3. Interpret the Status

    Check the Customs Status

  4. Pending Submission
  5. Under Customs Review
  6. Additional Info Required
  7. Cleared
  8. Monitor Movement

    The Freight UpdateTracking Link

  9. Act on Alerts

    If the status shows a delay (e.g., "Held for Inspection"), check your dashboard's alert panel for required actions or documentation.

Key Benefits

Unified Workspace

Eliminate constant tab-switching between procurement, tracking, and logistics platforms. All vital data resides in one central file.

Proactive Planning

Anticipate delays using the Estimated Clearance Date

Enhanced Visibility

Provide clear updates to your team or clients directly from the shared spreadsheet, improving communication and trust.

Start Tracking Today

This seamless integration transforms your MuleBuy Spreadsheet from a static order list into a dynamic end-to-end procurement command center. By bringing customs and freight transparency into your core dashboard, you gain control, save time, and mitigate shipping risks—all without disrupting your workflow.

Log in to your MuleBuy dashboard and explore the new columns in your latest spreadsheet.