Freight surcharges can add 20-40% to your transport costs, but most companies manage and calculate them manually. Import existing Excel or PDF pricelists, and let the system handle all calculations and updates automatically. Take back control of your logistics spending. Our customers report 20-30% time savings and up to 15% reduction in transport costs.
Too many spreadsheets, not enough visibility? We’ve listed the key transport management KPIs every logistics manager should have on their dashboard — including how to calculate, track, and improve them.
After creating over 200 pages of research and analyzing countless customer reviews, we've created the ultimate TMS comparison guide. Let's rank these 17 platforms and see how they handle carrier integrations, rate management, and freight modes—and which ones provide the best value for European manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers.
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Expanding to a new country? New suppliers and gotta figure out the transport to your factory or warehouse? Expanding volumes? New freight modes like air, sea or rail? Or just unsure which logistics partner to choose? We've put together a simple guide and created a practical scorecard you rely on.
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Managing multiple carriers doesn’t have to be a challenge. Cargoson's carrier integration software connects you to numerous carriers through one seamless API. Download our free cost/benefit analysis template to quantify how this solution could be a game-changer for your logistics operations.
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Unsure which multi-carrier shipping software to use for your business? Our 7 key tips will help you choose a suitable option, including considerations for parcel vs. freight, personal carrier agreements, and avoiding intermediaries.
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