Transportation Management System (TMS) Evaluation Center

What Are Transportation Management Systems?

Transportation management systems (TMSs) are designed to manage methods of transportation in the movement of products (finished or semi-finished). These modes of transportation consist of land, air, rail, or water transport. Based on considerations such as distance, location, and route, a TMS will determine the optimal path for transport.

Transportation Management System Business Drivers and Benefits

• Improve the efficiency of all modes of transportation and optimize the number of vehicles involved.
• Effectively schedule all modes of transportation.
• Prioritize which items need to be put in containers for efficient movement (loading and unloading).
• Calculate the optimal disposition of goods within each container and determine correct weights, volumes, and capacity available.

Transportation Management System Risks

Organizations without effective transportation management software run the risk of serious logistical disruption, including

• ineffective scheduling of multiple methods of transportation
• breakdowns in communication between distributors and manufacturers
• decreased profit margins for third party logistics providers (3PLs)

Why Use the Transportation Management System Evaluation Center?

• Determine which transportation management system accurately reflects the scope of your needs.
• Evaluate transportation management systems in order to find out which software can best accommodate your logistical requirements.
• Select a transportation management system that is robust enough to overcome unplanned disruptions and ensure timely delivery of goods.

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