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Discover why shippers and logistics service providers turn to Descartes for greater adaptability, faster time-to-value, and long-term partnership.
Descartes is trusted by 30,000+ logistics-intensive businesses globally
4.8 / 5 customer rating across 3,400+ reviews
Why are teams choosing Descartes?
Transportation has become a strategic differentiator, and many teams are reassessing their TMS to stay competitive. See how Descartes helps shippers and logistics service providers gain flexibility, visibility, and control.
10-15%
annual freight spend savings
12x
faster load optimization
20%
reduction in miles
Descartes TMS is built for your business
"When we did a detailed comparison of the Descartes and MercuryGate solutions, the adaptability of the Descartes 3G TMS™ software really stood out.
I’ve been involved in implementing and managing TMS systems for 30 years. This isn’t an easy business, and we can’t afford a TMS that doesn’t meet our exact needs. I haven’t come across a system with as rich of an architecture as Descartes 3G TMS. This and their cloud-based integration hub allows our business-to-business communication to be much more efficient and lowers our transactional costs. From their technology to their service, Descartes makes sure its customers succeed."
Bill Crannis, Director of Information Technology, ODW Logistics
Realize measurable transportation savings
With smarter optimization and automated execution, teams can reduce costs across planning, procurement, settlement, and day-to-day operations.
Hear from our users
"The most helpful thing about the TMS is that everything is in one place. I can quote and tender LTL shipments out to carriers in the same place I can spot quote full truckload shipments. It also handles the freight payment side."
Brad H. on G2
"The customer service is top of the line. Whenever we need help, someone is always available to assist. The product is great and provides excellent visibility and easy access to troubleshoot shipments."
Brandon L. on G2
"There are so many features and functionalities within the system, you can incorporate much of your business. This proved to be quite the time and budget saver for our company. There are a lot of features that can be customized to meet specific business needs, and limit changes needed to well established internal processes or practices."
Abigail S. on G2
Find your next TMS
Wondering whether it's time for a change? This Transportation Management Software Buyer's Guide explores the warning signs of an aging TMS, the questions transportation leaders are asking in 2026, and what to look for when evaluating potential alternatives.
What you'll learn:
• When it’s time to upgrade
• What features to prioritize in 2026
• Where Artificial Intelligence (AI) matters most
• How to pick the right software
Watch a product preview
Take a look at how Descartes connects transportation planning, execution, and real-time data to help teams make smarter decisions and respond faster.
