3GTMS

JANUARY 29, 2019

Today’s transportation challenges require a level of TMS flexibility that can’t be discovered with a traditional corporate buying process. With our 2019 RFP Template for transportation management systems, we’ll help you think beyond whether a TMS has a capability and toward how that capability will potentially work for your operations.

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MercuryGate

MARCH 7, 2023

Selecting the right TMS can be a massive undertaking for an organization. Whether your company is implementing a TMS for the first time or seeking more functionality over an existing system, the process starts with your TMS RFP. The post TMS RFP Questions to Be Sure and Ask appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 27, 2022

Emerge is custom built for freight RFP events and as a result the process is streamlined, easy, and saves shippers time and money. The Freight RFP Process is Broken – Let’s Fix It with Maggie Petrovic. Is Your TMS Enough with Derek Doddridge. The Emerge platform provides carriers access to more shippers and more opportunities.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 26, 2022

From her perspective, most transportation management system (TMS) solutions will be able to handle this. The configuration logic in a TMS already has equipment type as one configuration parameter. A TMS configuration can already handle all of this today.”. This is just a different type of equipment,” Ms.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 1, 2022

Loadsmart has acquired or developed a full suite of freight tech solutions that enables them to better serve shippers and carriers: Kamion (truck management system), RFP Guide (RFP management), OpenDock (dock scheduling). The Future of Dynamic Pricing – Building Pricing Control and Automation in your TMS.

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MercuryGate

JUNE 8, 2021

Transportation management systems (TMS) have been on the market for years. Yet they also come to a point where a TMS becomes more relevant to their business. In other cases, an existing TMS simply cannot handle the demands of e-commerce, global […].

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TMC

OCTOBER 12, 2018

The other session was an interactive discussion on how to build a transportation management system (TMS) strategy and utilize the technology to drive value in your organization. One of the keys is the application of a TMS. A long-time TMC customer joined us on the panel to share their journey to a TMS. Customer Case Study.

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TMC

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

There are many reasons a company might be in the market for a transportation management system (TMS). Common supply chain challenges that lead to a TMS purchase include procurement and transportation operations living as two separate functions, lack of visibility to freight movement, and limited control of freight from inbound suppliers.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 8, 2022

Derek Doddridge and Joe Lynch discuss is your TMS enough. Key Takeaways: Is Your TMS Enough. Derek Doddridge is Vice President of Enterprise Sales for Emerge , a flexible, efficiency-driven RFP platform for freight. In the podcast interview, Derek and Joe answer the question is your TMS enough and the short answer is no.

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MercuryGate

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

The post Crafting Your First TMS RFP? Understanding the ins and outs of how your company operates remains a primary focus for […]. Here’s Where You Start appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 16, 2015

As a third-party logistics company focused on over the road transportation management, and having an LTL rating engine and web-based TMS for nearly 20 years (web-based even before Google!), We've processed millions upon millions of LTL shipments through our TMS, the Cerasis Rater. Carefully select RFP questions.

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TMC

OCTOBER 12, 2018

The other session was an interactive discussion on how to build a transportation management system (TMS) strategy and utilize the technology to drive value in your organization. One of the keys is the application of a TMS. A long-time TMC customer joined us on the panel to share their journey to a TMS. Customer Case Study.

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TMC

OCTOBER 12, 2018

The other session was an interactive discussion on how to build a transportation management system (TMS) strategy and utilize the technology to drive value in your organization. One of the keys is the application of a TMS. A long-time TMC customer joined us on the panel to share their journey to a TMS. Customer Case Study.

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TMC

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

There are many reasons a company might be in the market for a transportation management system (TMS). Common supply chain challenges that lead to a TMS purchase include procurement and transportation operations living as two separate functions, lack of visibility to freight movement, and limited control of freight from inbound suppliers.

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TMC

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

There are many reasons a company might be in the market for a transportation management system (TMS). Common supply chain challenges that lead to a TMS purchase include procurement and transportation operations living as two separate functions, lack of visibility to freight movement, and limited control of freight from inbound suppliers.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Andrew Semisch and Joe Lynch discuss smart freight sourcing, which starts with an RFP tool purpose built for freight sourcing. In the podcast interview, Andrew and Joe discuss smart freight sourcing – which starts with an RFP tool purpose built for freight sourcing. Modern RFP Processes Offer Multitude of Shipper Benefits.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 7, 2018

One of the most impactful tools in a shipper’s arsenal toward this end is a Transportation Management System (TMS). Becoming a Shipper of Choice Using a TMS. Here are the top 5 ways you can position yourself as a shipper of choice by using an advanced TMS. Ensure your supply chain is on schedule. Pay fast and accurately.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2017

This two-part blog series will take you thru the RFP questions along with the answers you'd expect to see from the 3PL. Every good contract starts with a query or question during the RFP phase. Below, in each of the segments, we'll pose the RFP question, along with the answer. . The Client Details. KPIs Question 1.

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Locus

APRIL 26, 2024

However, with a wide variety of dispatch management, transportation management (TMS), or logistics software providers, this makes the selection process quite challenging. Enter the Request for Proposal (RFP): a strategic tool that goes beyond mere vendor selection. The next step involves finding the right partner for this journey.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 29, 2018

Moen: A TMS Case Study. I also moderated a panel discussion highlighting the transportation management system (TMS) evaluation and selection process undertaken by Moen , the number one faucet brand in North America. Moen learned a lot through these conversations and so did the TMS providers.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

While at the conference, I also had the opportunity to interview three of MercuryGate’s logistics service provider clients: Michael Bartz from ReTrans; Jeff McDermott , VP of Transportation Management at OHL ; and Phillipp Dismukes , TMS Technology Manager at Old Dominion. Regarding onboarding customers], we really changed our philosophy.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

With multiple modes to consider, a wide range of potential providers with varying capacity and capabilities, and regulatory requirements regarding safety, equipment and other issues, just knowing which providers to ask to complete a Request for Proposal (RFP) can be a daunting task. Data rules. Data is critical to decision making.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 29, 2016

Kuebix Announces SaaS TMS with Premier Apps & Integrations. On the transportation management systems front, Kuebix announced Kuebix® TMS with Premier Apps and Integrations. Kuebix TMS is a subscription transportation management system (TMS) built on Salesforce.com. Annual Imports. DHL to Expand U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 28, 2022

From her perspective, most transportation management system (TMS) solutions will be able to handle this. The configuration logic in a TMS already has equipment type as one configuration parameter. A TMS configuration can already handle all of this today.”. This is just a different type of equipment,” Ms.

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MercuryGate

MAY 9, 2023

Are you ready for a TMS demo? Selecting a transportation management system (TMS) is a massive undertaking for an organization. Whether your company is implementing a TMS for the first time or seeking more functionality over an existing system, the process starts with your TMS RFP.

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TMC

JUNE 23, 2016

Managed services solutions offer transportation management system (TMS) technology combined with support from freight management experts who know how to get the most out of TMS software. Thinking about these questions before you get into the due diligence phase can save a lot of time and wasted effort.

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Jaggaer

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Add to this the varying rate structures and surcharges—with all of these factors to consider, it’s difficult at best to select the providers you want to submit an RFP. Imagine if you could analyze current gaps in transportation and address these as key requirements in your RFP.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Geoff Milsom, Senior Director at enVista , discusses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: Can you elaborate on why a successful transportation management system (TMS) implementation actually begins before a TMS is even selected? Who should be involved in the TMS selection process?

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MercuryGate

APRIL 6, 2021

The request for proposal (RFP) process for a transportation management system (TMS) can appear challenging for unprepared shippers. Shippers that enter an RFP equipped with a practical and specified list of logistics requirements will have higher chances of success. Before beginning […].

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3GTMS

JANUARY 12, 2017

A TMS has to learn and understand the complexities of your particular business to really maximize its benefits. But this level of intimacy is rarely appreciated by first-time TMS purchasers. In fact, I see many companies make their TMS vendor selection as if they were buying accounting, HR or other back office software.

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MercuryGate

APRIL 13, 2021

The many different benefits and drawbacks of the multiple TMS solutions available can complicate the RFP process. However, through implementing a working comparison chart, businesses in the over-the-road trucking industry can establish a successful TMS vendor list. As explained by George Kontoravdis, […].

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Parade

MARCH 17, 2022

On February 24, 2022, Parade VP of Customer Experience Elise Le met up with , Tai TMS VP of Sales and Marketing Sean McGillicuddy and , Fortune Logistics Executive Regional Manager Tyler Gilpin for a , Freightwaves webinar entitled The Modern Freight Brokerage: Parade and Tai Pair Up To Help Brokerages Scale and Step Into the Future of Freight.

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Logistics Marketing Advisors

JUNE 21, 2017

They’re not looking for a “TMS system” but a “cloud-based, global TMS that automates workflows for air and ocean shipments.”. The more general your message and the wider you cast your prospect net, the less likely you are to be found and to land on these RFP short lists. Can you have multiple logistics value propositions?

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 24, 2022

Machine learning in logistics can search through data in systems like TMS, OMS, and WMS. The information showed the team that the carrier had been disingenuous in providing an all-in cost for the RFP and instead had a clause for separate beyond charges. The team responded by switching to a new carrier with transparent pricing.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2014

The Google TMS? Time for a New RFP. For related commentary, see: In Logistics, Somebody Has to Own the Assets. Amazon Inside P&G Warehouses: A Case of “What’s In It for We”. Do Facebook and Twitter Need a Logistics Strategy? The Google Robot, Your Future Logistics Worker. Develop a Shared Vision Statement with Your 3PL.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

APRIL 7, 2016

The TMS selection and implementation process is fraught with challenges and liabilities for those tasked with driving it. So why aren’t you attaining a similarly concrete rundown of what is included (or not) in your TMS software purchase? Testing, Support and Training service levels. User Onboarding service levels.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 13, 2018

Yes, your freight must be attractive to drivers to get the best deals, and a TMS provides an invaluable means of creating attractive freight. Let’s take an in-depth stroll the use of a TMS in managing full truckload freight and how it can make full truckload your new best friend. Shippers must implement a scalable TMS.

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