Key Advantages of Using a Freight Transportation Management System
Conducting freight shipments without TMS is like driving down a heavy traffic highway without a GPS; inefficiency is bound to reign! TMS gives an opportunity to businesses to optimize logistics and to gain precision for freight movement. 1. Visibility into Shipment Movement Another major advantage of a TMS is providing real-time tracking capabilities. It does not matter if you ship regionally or across the country: a TMS can show where each load is located or should potentially be located and keep you aware of any possible delays before they become bigger issues. 2. Carrier Selection assistance A TMS compares carriers with regard to rates, availability, routes, and performance history. It aids in choosing the cheapest yet most reliable carrier for the specific shipment, so that neither overpayment can occur nor service gaps can arise. 3. Automated Workflows Manual freight management leads to errors and wasted time. With a TMS, key tasks like booking, documentation, invoicing, and ...