An intelligent Gmail-integrated system that automatically matches available ship cargo slots with client cargo requests. Built as an MVP prototype using Next.js, AI, and MongoDB to help logistics brokers find optimal cargo-vessel matches in seconds.
A logistics broker was drowning in email communications:
The broker needed a system that could automatically extract information from emails and intelligently match cargo requests with available vessel slots.
Automatically monitor inbox for cargo slots and requests
Parse email content to extract cargo details
AI-powered matching based on multiple criteria
Simple dashboard to review and confirm matches
A focused prototype demonstrating core matching capabilities.
Connects directly to Gmail inbox using OAuth authentication. Monitors specific folders for cargo availability emails and client requests in real-time.
Uses GPT-4 to extract structured data from unstructured email content. Handles various email formats and identifies key cargo information automatically.
Intelligent matching based on port routes, cargo type compatibility, volume capacity, date alignment, and vessel specifications using semantic similarity scoring.
Stores cargo slots, client requests, and matching history. Flexible schema handles varied cargo specifications and enables fast querying for match candidates.
Clean Next.js interface showing suggested matches with confidence scores. Brokers can review details, compare options, and take action on promising matches.
Matching considers port routes, cargo type compatibility, volume capacity, shipping dates, vessel suitability, and special cargo requirements automatically.
The MVP was built to test whether the core matching concept works on real broker emails.
Showed that AI can extract structured data from unstructured logistics emails
Broker reviews suggested matches instead of cross-referencing emails by hand
Multi-criteria matching produced relevant suggestions for the broker to review
MVP provides foundation for additional features like automated bidding and notifications
Whether you need email automation, intelligent matching systems, or custom logistics software, we can build MVPs and production-ready solutions tailored to your workflow.