Descartes Broker & Forwarder Enterprise Systems

Freight Forwarder TMS


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What is Descartes Freight Forwarder TMS?


A SaaS-based Comprehensive Platform for Freight Forwarders to Manage Operations. Run All Aspects of Logistics Operations with a Complete Freight Forwarding ERP and Transportation Management System (TMS).

Multimodal Shipment Management

Coordinate import and export shipments across all modes of transport on an intuitive freight forwarding ERP system

Advanced Integrative Capabilities

Fully-automated manufacturing, change management procedures and material disposition filings

Accounting & Financial Analysis

Take the pulse of operations with rich accounting and financial performance analytics

Shipment Tracking & Visibility

Provide comprehensive customer-facing visibility with a web-based tracking tool

Rate Management

Deliver on-demand customer booking and quoting with end-to-end rate management

Reporting & Dashboards

Analyze trends and performance with advanced reporting and statistical analysis

Buyer's Guide:
What to Look for in a Best-In-Class Forwarder TMS



We're Top Ranked on G2


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Broker and Freight Forwarder Software

"Descartes greatly assists our customs compliance for cross-border shipments."

"The support and helpdesk availability are great, and the staff is always there to assist when needed."

"Everything I need is at my fingertips!"

"[It's a] full suite of services for freight forwarding, from quoting to invoicing."

"The program is easy to use and fast responding."

Descartes Forwarder TMS empowers smarter decisions and greater efficiency


Descartes Forwarder TMS powers freight forwarder operations worldwide

Our global freight TMS enables efficient coordination of shipments from origin to destination, facilitates real-time customer tracking, streamlines communication between stakeholders, automates documentation processes, and provides valuable insights through rich accounting and data analytics.

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Read how A Customs Brokerage is achieving a stellar growth trajectory using Descartes Forwarder TMS

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Discover how NorthPoint Logistics is automating workflow and improving customer service with Descartes

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What Sets the Descartes Forwarder TMS Apart from the Competition?


Cloud-based Technology

Provide comprehensive customer-facing visibility with a web-based tracking tool

Expert Local Support

Deliver on-demand customer booking and quoting with end-to-end rate management

Extensible

Analyze trends and performance with advanced reporting and statistical analysis

Additional Resources


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U.S. Section 321 Type 86 Resource Center 
Learn how to take advantage of this customs entry type for low-value shipments
Customer Success
Learn how E.T.H. Cargo digitized freight forwarding operations with multiple Descartes solutions
Forwarder Broker Digitization
Thought Leadership
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