ChargeGuard automates detention and accessorial charge recovery, while manual spreadsheet tracking relies on time-consuming, error-prone processes. Here’s how they compare.
Published 2026-09-02
ChargeGuard automates the entire process: drivers capture photos of rate confirmations, tap timestamps in the app, and the system generates claims. Spreadsheet tracking requires manual entry of every stop, arrival, and departure time, which is slow and prone to human error.
ChargeGuard applies each broker or shipper’s specific contract terms automatically, ensuring accurate claims. Spreadsheets often miss or misapply terms, leading to underbilling or disputes.
ChargeGuard generates submission-ready claims with photo evidence and tracks them through draft, sent, paid, and disputed statuses. Spreadsheets require manual claim creation and lack built-in tracking.
ChargeGuard scales effortlessly with fleet size, handling unlimited claims within each subscription tier. Spreadsheets become unwieldy as fleets grow, requiring constant updates and maintenance.
ChargeGuard’s flat-rate subscription is predictable, with no per-claim costs. Spreadsheets may seem free, but the time spent tracking and recovering charges can cost carriers far more in lost productivity.
No -- ChargeGuard works via manual entry or CSV upload, regardless of what other systems your carrier already uses.
ChargeGuard tracks claims through disputed status, helping carriers manage and resolve disputes efficiently.
ChargeGuard’s driver app is designed for simplicity—drivers only need to capture photos and tap timestamps.
ChargeGuard’s tiered pricing adjusts with fleet size, ensuring you’re always on the right plan.
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