Softeon Transportation Management System (TMS)

Optimize the planning and execution of goods movement across your supply chain.

by Softeon · Logistics

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Executive Summary

Softeon Transportation Management System (TMS) is designed to streamline and optimize the complex processes involved in the physical movement of goods. It provides comprehensive capabilities for planning, executing, and monitoring transportation operations, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery. The system integrates seamlessly with other supply chain components, offering end-to-end visibility and control over freight movements. The Softeon TMS leverages advanced functionalities to manage various aspects of transportation, including carrier selection, load optimization, route planning, freight tendering, and real-time tracking. By automating key processes and providing actionable insights, it helps businesses reduce transportation costs, improve service levels, and enhance overall supply chain performance. Its robust integration capabilities ensure smooth data flow with existing ERP, WMS, and other logistics systems.

Use Cases

  • Optimizing freight planning and execution for cost reduction and efficiency.
  • Managing carrier relationships and automating freight tendering processes.
  • Achieving real-time tracking and visibility of shipments across the supply chain.
  • Improving on-time delivery performance through advanced route and load optimization.
  • Integrating with existing WMS and ERP systems for end-to-end supply chain control.

Features

Visibility

  • Real-Time Tracking: Monitor the real-time location and status of shipments across the entire transportation network.
  • Shipment Status Updates: Receive automated updates and alerts on critical shipment milestones and potential delays.
  • Carrier Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze carrier performance metrics, including on-time delivery and service quality.

Intelligence

  • Load Optimization: Optimize load building and consolidation to maximize capacity utilization and reduce freight costs.
  • Route Planning & Optimization: Generate efficient routes considering factors like distance, time, cost, and delivery windows.
  • Freight Tendering & Procurement: Automate the process of tendering freight to carriers and managing contracts.

Technical Specifications

API Available
Yes

Integrations

  • NetSuite ERP
  • Amazon Shipping
  • First Data Bank (FDB)

Pricing

Starting Price
Contact sales
Target Customer
Mid-Market,Enterprise

About Softeon

Softeon is a global provider of innovative supply chain solutions, specializing in warehouse management systems (WMS), warehouse execution systems (WES), and distributed order management (DOM). The company focuses on optimizing warehouse and fulfillment operations for various industries, including retail, manufacturing, distribution, and logistics.

Founded: 1999 · Headquarters: Reston, VA, USA · Employees: 501-1000 · Private

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