Broker & Forwarder Enterprise Systems

Looking for the Right Forwarder Transportation Management System (TMS)? Choosing a TMS shouldn’t come with hidden costs or unexpected surprises. At Descartes, transparency is built into how we price and support our customers. Talk to an expert At...

Freight Forwarders and the Rising Tide of Regulation: Navigating Complexity in Global Trade Long defined by constant change, the logistics industry faced unprecedented regulatory and compliance challenges in 2025. According to the 2025 Descartes...

Freight Forwarding Software for Small Businesses For small freight forwarders and logistics providers, technology is no longer optional. The right freight forwarding software can simplify complex operations, streamline communication, ensure...

Freight Forwarders and Foreign Trade Zones: Turning Tariff Pressure into Opportunity Freight forwarders and customs brokers are under pressure in an increasingly unpredictable global trade environment. The 2025 Descartes Forwarder & Broker Benchmark...

Time Is Running Out: How Descartes Automates Post Summary Corrections Amid Trade Policy Shifts Importers, customs brokers, and third-party consultancies are looking to file Post Summary Corrections (PSCs) with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)...

What Are the Different U.S. Customs Entry Types? Importing goods into the United States is not as simple as shipping products and waiting for them to arrive. Every shipment that crosses the border must go through U.S. Customs and Border Protection...

Don’t Get Left Behind: What Defines a Best-in-Class Freight Forwarder System Global supply chains are moving faster, becoming more complex, and facing constant disruption. Customers expect real-time visibility, competitive rates, and seamless service...

Freight Pricing Software: A Game-Changer for Logistics Service Providers For logistics service providers (LSPs), pricing freight isn’t just about quoting a number — it’s about balancing accuracy, speed, profitability, and customer trust. The...

7 Reasons to Choose the Right Freight Rate Management System (RMS) Managing and optimizing shipping costs can make or break profitability for freight forwarders. Too often, logistics service providers rely on spreadsheets, emails, or manual lookups...

Descartes FTZ Solutions Customs Brokers & Foreign Trade Zones Foreign trade zones are critical to customs brokers since they allow goods to be imported, stored, and even processed with delayed or reduced duty payments, giving brokers more flexibility...