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Operating modern\u00a0logistics\u00a0is becoming more under pressure. They can expect faster deliveries,\u00a0accurate\u00a0updates on the shipment, and reliable service from customers. Meanwhile, the cost of transportation, fuel, and the complexity of coordination are still increasing. Deliveries are still often handled on spreadsheets, by phone and via disjointed systems,\u00a0which makes\u00a0it difficult for many SMEs to have a view of the operation.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n A transportation management system is used to plan, schedule and track deliveries in an efficient manner. But its usefulness comes into light when the system is integrated with ERP software. This link provides visibility all the way from sales order creation to delivery, and invoicing. Businesses have enhanced visibility and control of logistics, stock and financial information in one environment.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n This article covers how a transportation management system works, how it integrates with ERP, the business value delivered to manufacturers and distributors, and some factors SMEs should consider before implementing a TMS.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n A transportation management system (TMS) is a software that is used to manage and\u00a0optimise\u00a0delivery operations.\u00a0It allows one to plan, coordinate, track, cost and monitor transportation performance from one platform.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Common functions include:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The main intention is to make delivery more efficient and reduce the manual coordination in operations.\u00a0Rather than using two different spreadsheets or messaging updates, logistics can be managed through a single, streamlined workflow.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The main emphasis of a transportation management system is on transport execution.\u00a0On the other hand,\u00a0ERP systems\u00a0handle wider business processes like sales, inventory, procurement, warehouse\u00a0operations\u00a0and finance. Combined, these two systems lend greater visibility to companies throughout the supply chain.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n A lot of SMEs still use disjointed processes to manage\u00a0logistics. Sales teams can manually enter shipment requests, and warehouse staff follow their own schedule, and finances teams are not notified about shipments until much later.\u00a0This leads to an inter-department delay and inconsistencies.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Manual coordination often leads to several operational problems:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n These problems become harder to manage as delivery volumes increase. Information is spread out, and customer service representatives can be swamped with shipping questions.\u00a0Also, the freight\u00a0charges may not be accurately reconcilable by finance departments.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Logistics processes that are not connected slow down processes, which further lowers customer confidence. This is one of the reasons why growing businesses are incorporating TMS functionalities into ERP platforms to have a more connected workflow.<\/span><\/p>\nWhat Is a Transportation Management System?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Why Standalone Logistics Processes Create Problems<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
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