Transportation Management Solutions Built for Smarter Shipping
Discover modern logistics intelligence. Descartes connects your operations with network-powered automation that reduces costs, strengthens security, and keeps your business ahead.
Industry leaders rely on Descartes
See results faster with rapid onboarding
As the industry becomes more complex, shippers and managed transportation providers turn to Descartes to stay competitive while keeping margins strong.
to go-live
faster load optimization
reduction in miles
Hear about the Descartes difference
“[Descartes] really allows us to grow with different options for configurations and scalability as well as automations for the future.”
Caitlin Radick, Product Manager, Sleek Technologies LLC
4.8 / 5 customer rating across 3,400+ reviews
Find the right solution to unite your network
Explore the embedded AI and cloud-based platforms that have helped your peers deliver a 10-15% reduction in annual freight spend.
Optimize execution from planning to delivery
Unlock the next level of productivity with our mode optimization solutions. Customizable automation streamlines mode, route, and carrier selection to ensure fast, cost-effective operations across your supply chain.
Reduce risk across your logistics ecosystem
Combat fraud, simplify exception management, and strengthen carrier compliance with integrated security measures that protect your freight and customer commitments from planning through delivery.
Fuel high-performance operations
The Descartes Global Logistics Network™ (Descartes GLN™) connects your business to the world’s largest carrier data network for essential visibility, faster communications, and real-time analytics that empower your global supply chain.
Realize measurable transportation savings
With smarter optimization and automated execution, teams can reduce costs across planning, procurement, settlement, and day-to-day operations.
The business impact of Descartes TMS: Features, benefits, and ROl
| Load Consolidation & Routing | Consolidate smaller shipments into larger loads-lower | 3-8% reduction in annual freight spend |
| Mode & Carrier Selection | Compare cost across modes and carrier to find lowest cost option | 2-4% reduction in annual freight spend |
| Freight Settlement/Audit | Reduce payment processing costs & Recover fees from incorrect invoices | 1-3% reduction in annual freight spend |
| Shipment Execution | Automate repetitive tasks & Manage by exception | 5-12% reduction in overhead costs |
| Performance Improvement & Monitoring | Capture performance-based metrics & Fact-based continuous improvement | 4-8% reduction in annual freight spend |
| Contract Management | Maintain accurate rates & Accurately record accessorials | 3-6% reduction in overhead costs |
Learn how smarter shipping can improve your bottom line
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