--- title: Appointment Manager slug: fourkites-api-reference/_HRU-appointment-manager icon: {"faIcon":"fa-solid fa-folder-open"} createdAt: 2023-12-13T11:50:33.000Z --- :::hint{type="info"} **This API should only be used if the Core Track or Appointment Manager product have been purchased.** ::: Appointment management is a critical component of an efficient supply chain and companies are constantly struggling to minimize wait time for loading/unloading at facilities. **FourKites' Appointment Manager/Slot Manager** alleviates this pain point by providing carriers, vendors, and customers the ability to view and search for their assigned shipments and schedule, re-schedule, or cancel appointments at different facilities right on the platform. You can also create shipments, manage your appointment calendar for each facility, and enable an auto-approval feature. :::hint{type="info"} Please note that **Appointment Manager** is a licensed solution. ::: Would you be interested in acquiring the** Appointment Manager** license? Request a demo by filling out the below form: :::Iframe{iframeHeight="0" code="
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