Freight Spot Rates Explained: A Practical Guide for Shippers
Spot freight has been a core part of transportation planning for years, influencing everything from daily coverage decisions to overall…
Protect quality-critical shipments under pressure
Deliver every order on-time and in-spec with end-to-end operational control enhanced by automated optimization.
Manage complex freight logistics at scale
Connect planning, execution, visibility, and settlement in one workflow for a fast and efficient delivery system.
%+
more efficient
weeks
to go-live
Stay on schedule when market conditions shift
Overcome operational strain and service risks with one end-to-end solution that keeps teams organized and distributors happy.
Plan shipments that hold up
Drive smarter decision-making with embedded rating and optimization, so each call reflects real-world constraints—keeping margins secure and shipments on track.
Respond faster to disruptions
Leave behind reactive, rushed coordination for confidence in every move with real-time visibility and automated alerts that help your team stay ahead of potential delays.
Maintain dependable carrier service
Build and strengthen carrier relationships you can rely on with seamless connectivity to the largest global multimodal network of carriers via the Descartes Global Logistics Network™.
Ensure fresh delivery of every order
Safeguard food and beverage shipments with unified workflows that keep partners aligned, decisions informed, and execution steady from planning through closeout.
Keep every partner aligned
Coordinate orders, updates, and documents in one shared workspace so every stakeholder stays informed and execution stays synchronized.
Reduce manual intervention
Let self-configurable automation handle routine follow-ups and exception workflows so teams can focus on high-priority decisions.
See performance with clarity
Understand how service, cost, and execution trends shift across lanes and partners using real-time insight built into daily operations.
Close shipments with ease
Settle and invoice using shipment-backed data so billing stays accurate, disputes are reduced, and trust is maintained with carriers and customers.
Deliver better business outcomes across industries
Rely on proven technology designed to perform wherever timing, service expectations, and freight security matter most.
Customer-proven performance
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utilization increase
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transportation cost savings
When you’re one of the largest supplier of the nation’s most popular meat, there are a lot of moving parts. The key is having them move in harmony as much as possible to mitigate macro-level uncertainty and realize otherwise hidden opportunities. That is what Descartes 3G TMS does for Koch Foods. We’ve been in this business a long time, and there aren’t too many ways to immediately cut spend from one of our largest cost centers. It takes a pretty unique partner to make that kind of opportunity happen.
I liked the scope of Descartes 3G TMS capabilities and the fact that it can grow as we grow the business. I was also very intrigued when I learned that Descartes does a few major releases every year. It shows they’re working to constantly update the system and make it better for the users. Prior to Green Circle, I worked for a company for nine years and I don’t think that TMS was upgraded once.
At PSA BDP, agility is our competitive advantage. With Descartes 3G TMS, we’ve harnessed a fully comprehensive solution to deliver innovative and sustainable supply chain solutions, including drayage, resulting in tangible cost savings. Consolidating all modes on one TMS platform has driven efficiencies and direct cost savings.
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