“AI is not helping just with analytics to manage transportation costs, route optimization, and delivery times. It’s also getting more prescriptive as the technology matures,” Burdette says. “It’s one thing to understand proactively if a shipment will be late. But by moving from predictive to prescriptive analysis utilizing AI tools, shippers will gain insights and receive intelligent recommendations on the optimal action to take for any particular shipment.” Here are some leading TMS providers any particular shipment.” some leading TMS providers whose solutions are adapting to new supply chain challenges and creating advantages and opportunities for the shippers who use them. ARGUS LOGISTICS: Easing Pain Points, Driving Gains In today’s supply chain marketplace, Argus Logistics’ TMS stands out due to its comprehensive integration capabilities, modular design, and emphasis on real- time, actionable insights. “Our TMS effectively addresses the speci c pain points of each client through customizable modules that cater to diverse logistical needs, from route optimization and carrier management to freight bill audit and pay,” says Parker Stallard, president of the Detroit- based company. “This customization allows for a highly tailored approach that ts each client’s unique requirements, making our TMS exceptionally effective,” he adds. Key bene ts of the Argus TMS include dramatic enhancements in operational ef ciency, cost reductions, and improved shipment visibility. The evolution of the TMS ecosystem in recent years has been marked by major technological advancements in areas such as arti cial intelligence, machine learning, and real-time data analytics, Stallard notes. These technologies have transformed TMS from a mere operational tool to a strategic asset that offers predictive insights and proactive management capabilities. “At Argus, we’ve harnessed these Argus, we’ve harnessed these improved shipment visibility. shipment visibility. evolution of the TMS ecosystem years has been marked by major arti cial intelligence, machine and real-time data analytics, notes. These technologies transformed TMS from a mere asset that predictive insights and proactive tailored approach that ts that ts each unique requirements, making our exceptionally effective,” he adds. bene ts of the Argus TMS dramatic enhancements in cost reductions, helping just with just with analytics transportation costs, route and delivery times. It’s more prescriptive as the matures,” Burdette says. “It’s understand proactively will be late. But by But by predictive to prescriptive utilizing AI tools, shippers will and receive intelligent solutions adapting to
framework that optimizes shipment planning and routing and helps account for many dynamic variables such as volume shifts, loading and unloading delays as they relate to hours-of-service regulations, and ever-changing traf c patterns affected by weather conditions. for many dynamic variables such “This dynamic rerouting capability ensures that transportation is not just ef cient but also highly adaptable to the unpredictability of global logistics,” Stallard says. In addition, the Argus system integrates seamlessly with clients’ existing ERP systems, enhancing data delity and reducing the risk of data silos that can impede decision-making. The TMS features an enhanced integrates seamlessly with clients’ freight settlement module that automates and streamlines the payment and audit processes, reducing discrepancies and improving nancial accuracy. Argus also offers control-tower visibility that allows shippers to manage their transportation needs with precision and agility. Another key feature is the incorporation of robust compliance tools that address both domestic and international shipping regulations. This feature is crucial for clients operating across borders, ensuring that they remain compliant with varying regulations without manual oversight, which is a critical aspect often overlooked in standard TMS offerings. “These elements collectively ensure that Argus Logistics’ TMS is not only a tool for visibility and operational control but also a strategic asset that can drive signi cant improvements in cost, ef ciency, and compliance across the supply chain,” Stallard says. ARTC LOGISTICS: Flexibility to Meet Unique Needs If there’s one word to explain what makes ARTC Logistics’ transportation management system distinctive, it is “ exibility,” says Nick Fisher, director of sales with the New York-based company. For instance, ARTC’s TMS is designed in a modular fashion, breaking down framework that optimizes that optimizes shipment ensures that transportation is not ef cient but but also highly adaptable the unpredictability of global of global logistics,”
technologies to ensure our TMS not only manages logistics but also predicts trends and adapts to changes dynamically, providing a robust tool that supports decision-making and continuous improvement,” Stallard says. The Argus TMS client base is diverse, ranging from mid-sized shippers to large multinationals across various sectors including manufacturing, retail, chemical, consumer electronics, and industrial distribution. These clients typically seek solutions for complex challenges such as cost management, compliance with global shipping regulations, and enhancing supply chain transparency. “Our TMS is designed to tackle these issues by providing detailed insights and control mechanisms that streamline operations and improve compliance across global markets,” Stallard says. One standout feature of the Argus TMS is its advanced algorithmic The Argus Logistics proprietary cloud- based TMS enables seamless shipping, reporting, cost allocation, and shipment visibility in real time.
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