"A Transportation Management System (TMS) is a subset of supply chain management concerning transportation operations..."
Advancements in technology related to freight transportation, including GPS tracking, automation, and supply chain management software.
Internet of Things (IoT): The use of connected devices and sensors to manage and monitor freight transportation processes and assets.
Big Data: The collection, analysis, and use of large sets of data to optimize freight transportation strategies.
Autonomous vehicles: The development and use of self-driving trucks, ships, and drones in freight transportation.
Telematics: The integration of telecommunications and informatics technologies to provide real-time data on freight transportation operations.
Blockchain: The use of a decentralized, secure ledger system for tracking freight transportation information and transactions.
Cloud computing: The use of shared computing resources over the internet to store and process freight transportation data.
Artificial intelligence: The use of machine learning and other AI technologies to analyze freight transportation data and make informed decisions.
Digital supply chain: The integration and optimization of digital technologies throughout the entire freight transportation supply chain.
Cybersecurity: The protection of freight transportation data and systems from cyber threats such as hacking and data breaches.
Last mile delivery: The final stage of freight transportation, from the distribution center to the end customer, and the technologies used to optimize it.
Trucks: Large motor vehicles designed to transport goods and materials on roads and highways.
Rail transportation: Transporting freight using rail infrastructure and locomotives.
Water transportation: Transporting freight using ships, barges or other vessels on oceans or inland waterways.
Air transportation: Transporting freight using airplanes and other aircraft.
Pipelines: Transporting goods through pipelines under the ground.
Conveyor systems: Automated systems used to transport items or materials from one place to another.
Forklifts: Industrial vehicles used to move large or heavy objects around a warehouse or distribution center.
Cranes: Heavy machinery that is used to lift and move large or heavy objects.
Autonomous vehicles: Self-driving trucks or drones that can carry freight with minimal human intervention.
Robotics: Automated systems that can handle materials, packaging, and other tasks.
GPS tracking systems: A system that collects and sends data about a vehicle's location, speed, and other vital information.
Logistics software: Special software that provides customers with logistics and supply chain management capabilities.
Packaging technology: Modern packaging technology that can improve handling and transportation processes.
Warehousing technology: Advanced warehousing solutions that can improve inventory management and order processing.
Fleet management technology: Technology used for monitoring and managing a company's vehicle fleet.
Cloud-based logistics platforms: Cloud-based solutions that allow logistics providers to manage their entire operations in one platform.
Intermodal transportation: Transporting freight using a combination of different types of transportation modes.
Transload facilities: Transfer goods from one mode of transport (e.g, truck to rail or pipeline to truck).
Load boards: Online marketplaces where shippers can find carriers to haul their freight.
Third-Party Logistics (3PLs): Provide outsourced logistics services including transportation, warehousing, and freight management.
"...which may be part of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system."
"A TMS typically acts as an intermediary between an ERP or legacy order processing and warehouse/distribution module."
"The TMS Planning Module evaluates both inbound (procurement) and outbound (shipping) orders..."
"...providing the user with suggested routing solutions."
"The user reviews these suggestions and selects the most reasonable option..."
"...which is then passed to the transportation provider analysis module. This module determines the best mode of transportation and the most cost-effective solution."
"...an electronic load tendering and track/trace system is used to execute the shipment through the selected carrier."
"The TMS also supports freight audit and payment processes."
"Integration with ERP systems (once orders are transformed into shipments) and sometimes with Warehouse Management System (WMS) programs are also commonly linked to ERP."