Masternaut, provider of fleet telematics solutions, is developing a database of real world OEM fuel economy figures, to provide fleets with accurate fuel usage per vehicle to assist with whole life cost management.
Transportation Management, TMS, Distribution Software
The management of transportation operations of all types, including tracking and managing every aspect of vehicle maintenance, fuel costing, routing and mapping, warehousing, communications, EDI implementations, traveller and cargo handling, carrier selection and management, accounting. A Transportation Management System (TMS) is a term mainly used to describe a software package that helps to optimise transportation activities within an organisation by maximising the efficiency of resources and reducing operational errors. A TMS system belongs to a software group that commonly fall under the category of Supply Chain Execution (SCE).
Driver Buddy System launched
Sep 30, 2015
The new Driver Buddy System, the brainchild of an international security expert, is claimed to provide the haulage industry with access to clever security that will help protect truckers from being prosecuted for unknowingly transporting illegal immigrants.
La Redoute selects intelligent delivery software Temando to expand operations in UK and Europe
Sep 23, 2015
La Redoute has selected Temando to help modernise its logistics capabilities and meet customer demand for a fast, simple and sleek delivery and returns service.
Panther Logistics wins home delivery deal with BSH
Sep 23, 2015
Two-man delivery specialist Panther Warehousing has clinched a new home delivery contract with home appliance company BSH Home Appliances Ltd in the UK."
Coles Supermarkets selects Isotrak as its telematics solutions provider
Sep 23, 2015
Isotrak, the fleet management software and fleet telematics systems provider, has announced a landmark deal as it continues to expand its international footprint.
Road transport industry slow to adopt technology, poll indicates
Sep 17, 2015
A huge 88 per cent of road transport businesses still use paper-based processes to manage vehicle walk around checks and only 14 percent have an incentive scheme based on driver performance data.
Telematics integration providing supply chain visibility for Transport Exchange Group
Sep 17, 2015
Transport Exchange Group is now able to provide complete visibility and control for both in-house and sub-contractor fleets following agreements with 10 of the leading telematics specialists.
B&Q chooses Microlise to improve fleet performance
Sep 10, 2015
DIY retailer B&Q is to implement a new fleet performance and journey management solution, from telematics platform provider Microlise, across a fleet of 185 vehicles.
Barloworld Supply Chain Software launches integrated transport optimisation tool for supply networks
Sep 10, 2015
A new integrated transport planning solution has launched following a successful trial with a global logistics provider, giving supply chain and logistics organisations the combined benefits of network design and routing technology in a single, effective solution.
Sheffield-based software company nominated for transport award
Sep 10, 2015
r2c Online, the company responsible for a platform to manage commercial fleet compliance and maintenance, has been shortlisted for the Technology Initiative of the Year at the Commercial Fleet Awards 2015, an event dedicated to recognising and celebrating the best of the commercial transport industry.
Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
Transportation is the process of shipping or moving people, animals and goods from one location to another. Freight forwarding and distribution is carried out by air, sea and land on roads, railways, airways, waterways and canals.
5 elements are needed for transportation to occur: infrastructure or accommodation (including terminals or ports), a vehicle (body or technology), Energy (fuel or pulse), an Operator and Support Services which allow the transportation to occur safely.
A Transportation Management System (TMS) is a software system designed to manage transportation operations of all types, including tracking and managing every aspect of vehicle maintenance, fuel costing, routing and mapping, warehousing, communications, EDI implementations, traveller and cargo handling, carrier selection and accounting.
TMS are one of the systems managing the supply chain. They belong to a sub-group called Supply Chain Execution (SCE). TMS, whether it's part of an Enterprise Level ERP System or from an integrated "Best of Breed" Independent Software Vendor (ISV) has become a critical part of any (SCE) Supply Chain Execution and Collaboration System in which real time exchange of information with other SCE modules has become mission critical. A TMS can optimise and transform a supply chain network by planning and executing inbound and outbound transportation processes.
A Transportation Management System can reduce costs through improved load planning, routing and mode selection, and create the optimal carrier mix based on routing guides. It can connect you to a collaborative logistics network of carriers, shippers, and customers and assist with automating the entire transportation management process. It can raise service levels by providing real-time visibility into shipping processes and increase productivity by eliminating manual transportation processes. Collaboration with carriers, vendors, and customers will improve on time delivery through better co-ordination.
Transport management systems are available “Software-as-a-Service” (SaaS), meaning fewer IT resources, no upgrade costs, easy connectivity, and low total cost of ownership
Transport planning allows you to plan and use a traffic & transport infrastructure intelligently. It is about preparing, assessing and implementing policies, plans and projects to improve and manage a transport system.
There are a number of software solutions available to cut transport costs, improve efficiency and raise customer service levels.
Route planning software is designed to plan the best and most efficient route between two different geographical locations.
Route scheduling software enables you to import your data, geo-code your orders and optimise. You will then be able schedule the lowest cumulative miles to carry out your workload, at the most economical cost and with the greatest vehicle utilisation. Time windows, quantity, fixed visit duration, capacity, costs, skill set, working time directive and speed are just a few of the parameters that are taken into account when producing results.
Route optimisation software is a more simple form of scheduling, designed to help fleets conduct runs in the best logistical order or redefine set routes for greater efficiency.
