Sector Experienced Consultants.
Clients in the cargo & shipping sector often express a preference to engage ERP Consultants with cargo or shipping sector experience. A deep knowledge or understanding of a cargo or shipping organizations' operations, business processes, industry practices or compliance requirements that are specific to the cargo & shipping sector can be immensely valuable and save significant time when designing and implementing ERP solutions.
Deep Market Knowledge.
As a specialist ERP staffing & consulting firm serving the cargo & shipping sector we continually keep track of ERP trends across the industry. Monitoring which ERP systems are being utilized by cargo & shipping companies and the ERP initiatives they are investing their resources in, enables us to offer our clients deep insight into market trends and how cargo & shipping companies are optimizing their ERP systems to meet their needs.
ERP Systems for the Cargo & Shipping Sector
The cargo and shipping sector typically relies on a combination of specialized software solutions and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems to manage their operations efficiently. The industry has specific needs related to transportation management, logistics, supply chain visibility, and compliance. While there may not be ERP systems exclusively designed for the cargo and shipping sector, organizations in this industry often leverage ERP modules or integrate ERP systems with specialized logistics and transportation management solutions. Here are some commonly used software solutions in the cargo and shipping sector:
SAP Transportation Management (SAP TM): SAP provides a Transportation Management solution as part of its broader suite. SAP TM is designed to optimize transportation processes, manage logistics, and enhance visibility across the supply chain.
Oracle Transportation Management (OTM): Oracle offers a Transportation Management solution that addresses transportation planning, execution, and freight payment. It is designed to optimize shipping operations and enhance collaboration.
JDA (now Blue Yonder) Transportation Management: JDA, now part of Blue Yonder, provides Transportation Management solutions that help organizations optimize their transportation networks, reduce costs, and improve visibility.
Descartes Systems Group: Descartes offers logistics and supply chain solutions, including transportation management, customs compliance, and route planning for the cargo and shipping industry.
CargoWise: CargoWise, by WiseTech Global, is a comprehensive logistics execution platform used by freight forwarders, logistics service providers, and customs brokers. It covers various aspects of cargo and shipping operations.
INTTRA (now E2Open): INTTRA, acquired by E2Open, provides a shipping platform that facilitates electronic booking and management of ocean freight shipments.
Kuebix TMS: Kuebix offers a Transportation Management System (TMS) designed to streamline logistics and shipping processes, providing visibility and control over the supply chain.
Manhattan Associates TMS: Manhattan Associates provides a Transportation Management System that helps organizations optimize their transportation networks, manage carriers, and enhance visibility.
BluJay Solutions Global Trade Network (GTN): BluJay Solutions offers a Global Trade Network that includes Transportation Management, customs management, and supply chain collaboration for the cargo and shipping industry.
