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TransPortation Management System

Posted by admin – June 10, 2009

  • A crucial supply chain execution component, TMS is yet to become popular among Indian 3PLs who still use rudimentary systems.
  • Globally companies have been running full fledged TMS system to control supply chain costs and ensure timely shipments
  • Indian 3PL’s must do away with fallacy that transport management can be done without employing TMS.
  • TMS systems help to quantify shipping costs, drive negotiations with carriers on rates and quickly identify top performing carriers.
  • TMS can only deliver results if the optimization engine is fed with accurate data.
  • A mix of TMS and WMS can offer greater visibility across the SC, higher inventory and facilities informed decision-making.
  • Modern TMS offers functions such as contract and compliance management, mobile asset management and fuel management.