Descartes Shipping Logistics Software for Freight Forwarders
Descartes provides shipping logistics software purpose-built for freight forwarders, combining execution, multimodal shipment management, and customs compliance on a single, cloud-based platform.
Unifying End-to-end Operations for Forwarders
Descartes’ software is designed to unify, automate, and optimize freight forwarding operations. Our solutions enable forwarders to:
Streamline Execution and Documentation
Automation reduces manual data entry for bookings, bills of lading, commercial invoices, and customs filings. This not only accelerates workflows but also reduces costly errors and compliance risks.
Improve Carrier and Partner Connectivity
Direct digital connections with carriers, terminals, customs agencies, and trading partners improve data accuracy, speed communication, and reduce reliance on emails and phone calls.
Scale Without Adding Complexity
Cloud-based platforms allow forwarders to grow volumes, expand into new trade lanes, or add services without overburdening IT teams or operational staff.
Enhance the Customer Experience
Self-service portals, real-time shipment updates, and proactive notifications help forwarders deliver the transparency and responsiveness today’s customers expect.
Gain End-to-End Visibility
Track shipments across ocean and air modes of transport in near real time. Visibility tools provide milestone tracking, exception alerts, and predictive insights, helping teams proactively manage delays rather than reacting after the fact.
Descartes: Turning Technology into Competitive Advantage
For freight forwarders, shipping logistics software is no longer just about operational efficiency–it’s about differentiation. Forwarders that leverage Descartes technology can offer faster response times, better reliability, improved compliance, and greater transparency.
Descartes helps forwarders move from reactive operations to proactive, data-driven decision-making. By connecting execution, visibility, and compliance on a single platform, forwarders gain the agility they need to navigate disruption and seize new opportunities.