Transportation Management System Development
Of the various logistics processes, transportation management is one that reminds us we still live in the (sometimes harsh) physical world. Behind the shiny and polished interface of an eCommerce platform, there’s still the need for goods to be transported across real distances, while calculating how much paid hours and fuel it takes. However, a good transportation management system can incorporate all the best practices in mitigating these factors under one hood – and efficiently so.
Lionwood’s experience with custom TMS development consistently shows that transportation management software can help win time, reduce costs, and establish transparency, security, and compliance. Modern TMS can cover countless minute aspects, from route planning to vehicle maintenance, reporting, and docking – the trick is to define which ones are to be prioritized and implemented first. We develop systems that adjust to your business processes, not vice versa, for increased efficiency and quick ROI.
Scalable and robust transportation management software
A lot of factors influencing transportation can change suddenly, from business expansion, having to move new types of goods that require different conditions, to road situation and locations. This is why we focus on developing scalable and robust transportation management solutions that can handle such changes without disrupting the supply chain. Whether it’s a new warehouse, or just a hectic seasonal period putting more burden on the fleet, we make sure you can stay confident transportation will function perfectly.
Integrating and harmonizing TMS software with the entire supply chain
Depending on whether you are a retail or eCommerce company, a logistics services provider, or a manufacturer, your organization will have different needs to be solved with transportation management software. In addition, there will be different types of data exchange and integrations – with ERP, WMS, CRM, online shops, 3PL providers’ systems, or accounting. We have repeatedly seen how important it is to harmonize TMS with the rest of the ecosystem to make the processes really seamless and leverage data along the way, so this is the approach we consistently take.
AI, ML, and IoT for transportation wrapped in superior UX
Today’s transportation management systems offer capacities that are greatly enhanced with new tech: AI modules for predictive analytics and proactive maintenance, automation capacities, IoT and sensors for monitoring – the list goes on. Our mission while developing these is to maximize their output by ensuring adoption, wrapping them in superior user interface and well-designed UX. We address countless issues that can arise on the way to making innovative tech user-friendly, from data exchange to connectivity and beyond, to make sure your organization receives the maximum benefit at every level, from drivers and shippers to back offices and headquarters.
What Your TMS Software Could Do for Your Business
When to opt for custom Transportation Management System development?
The very notion of Transportation Management System is an umbrella term covering very differently built software systems intended for use by different types of companies. The TMS oriented towards smaller and bigger companies, for those operating their own fleets and those relying on third-party carriers, for businesses that have one single warehouse versus multiple ones, and so on all vary in functionalities and architecture.
In many cases, you may find it is better to have fully custom transportation management software that’s tailored for your organization. Such situations include, for example, business models that have unique requirements and compliance needs. Custom TMS development is also advisable when you already have an extensive digital ecosystem that the TMS needs to be integrated with.
Another concern is scalability: different parts of transportation operations are scaled at their own pace according to the corporate vision, so custom systems and applications are better at aligning with the company’s evolution. Overall, a custom TMS typically yields a better ROI in the mid- to long-term perspective, not to mention a higher degree of control and independence in managing it.
TMS Software Development Services We Deliver
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Custom TMS development
Our specialty is dealing with unique, non-standard business models and designing software that perfectly fits them based on the best industry practices. Optimizing transportation workflows is about balance between routing, maintenance, loading, and about a dozen of other factors that we arrange into a single, scalable solution for your organization.
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Route optimization software development
Reducing fuel consumption and delivery time is one of the most commonly optimized areas in transportation. We use an entire toolkit of practices and technologies, including AI when necessary, to design route optimization software that helps achieve these goals.
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Transportation software consulting
There is always a balance between the tech trends, business benefits, and operational pragmatics when designing or managing a TMS system. Our expertise can help you define the optimal combination of the three to secure your investment, prioritize the features, ensure the architecture is appropriate, and the solution scalable and robust.
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AI and Predictive Analytics
There hardly exists anything in transportation management that AI hasn’t been tried out for, from route optimization to predictive maintenance to demand forecasting and further on. We develop and train AI and ML models to integrate with your custom solution and solve pinpointed issues you choose to prioritize.
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IoT modules
With IoT and RFID technologies, you can incorporate hardware (e.g. sensors) to track and monitor the transportation process, including the conditions like temperature, humidity, etc. They also provide enhanced possibilities for proactive maintenance, saving the extra costs that come with downtimes or repairs.
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Real-time monitoring functionalities and LBS development
Real-time monitoring and LBS (Location-Based Services) development create functionalities to track the location and status of shipments in real-time. This improves shipment visibility, enhances security, and enables timely responses to any issues that arise during transit.
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Reporting and documentation features
Based on our experience with logistics companies, reporting is an aspect that can be relatively easily automated and once streamlined, helps achieve a boost in efficiency almost at once, in addition to yielding more information for decision-making and compliance.
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TMS mobile apps
Highways, ports, and docks are not the best places to carry a laptop; mobile TMS apps are a great way to increase user adoption of the system. With a well-designed UX and attention to details like platform compatibility and APIs, having a mobile application to supplement the TMS is a great way to provide on-the-go access to the necessary functionalities.
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Data analytics modules
Transportation now yields more data than ever, which is a good thing – if you can process it all. Analytics modules can analyze large datasets and identify patterns that stand for actual trends, that can be then made into actionable items for route optimization, demand forecasts, and proactive maintenance.
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Fleet operation functionalities development
We develop tools and functionalities that allow to streamline fleet operations, like tracking vehicle performance, scheduling maintenance, and assigning tasks efficiently, with the end result being reductions in operational costs and a more sensible distribution of workload.
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Order management features
While commonly relegated to other logistics software, in many cases, order management functionalities are needed within the TMS – this ultimately depends on the role transportation plays in your operations. We develop order management functionalities that help handle the entire cycle, from entry to delivery, making it valuable for companies whose fleets circulate between multiple warehouses.
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Integrations (ERP, SCM, WMS, eCommerce)
The more your TMS software is integrated with the rest of the digital ecosystem, the better ROI each of its features yields. We put a special emphasis on integrating your transportation software with your ERP, SCM, WMS, CRM, and any eCommerce platforms you might use, to enable a unified approach with seamless data flow.
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Legacy system upgrades and technical debt handling
Chances are, you already have a considerable digital ecosystem in place. Legacy systems can be either a boon or a burden, depending on how you manage the technical debt, and this is where our team can help, by reconciling your infrastructure with newer technologies, reducing maintenance costs, and future-proofing the entire ecosystem.
Why Choose Us
Transportation Management Software development company with profound industry understanding
Our specialists have worked with projects aimed at the various participants of the logistics process, from order management to route optimization, and possess the best practices in applying the relevant tech stack to multiple user scenarios.
Agile development practices embedded in the TMS development process
You can be confident that your logistics software solution will be delivered on time, while leaving room for flexibility and further customizations. Our strong point is marrying Agile with transportation management.
Superior TMS maintenance
Lionwood provides extensive maintenance services to ensure the TMS solution stays in line with the overall ecosystem and infrastructure.
Scalable and customizable TMS software
With Lionwood, you can be reasonably sure the logistics software you receive is built with the future in mind – we take care to use the technologies that will allow you to plug in further users, modules, and functionalities as you go.
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