Thanks to the growing number of players in the various stages of the supply chain, third-party logistics (3PL) companies are vital in sorting out the warehouse, transportation and distribution channels for companies. As the e-business and global markets expand continuously, enterprises require 3PL services to manage and deliver their operation productivity and customer satisfaction. WMS or Warehouse management system and TMS or transportation management solution are the key technologies required for a proper movement of logistics.

A 3PL WMS refers to a software application that is used by third-party logistics warehouse facilities to improve operations. It also deals with inventory management, orders placed, picking and many more until shipping is done. There is renewed accuracy in inventory and expeditious in order fulfilment by automating some significant tasks.

In the case of the 3PL provider, a proper WMS that has been properly integrated cannot be underestimated as it will help in maintaining the goodwill of the customers as well as minimizing the mistakes made within the warehouse in concern to space as well as labour. With accurate, real-time data, organisations can reduce inventory error rates and generally minimize the incidence of stock-out situations within their warehouses. A WMS also offers optimistic information necessary for decision-making concerning stock location and demand, direction and manpower.

The TMS solutions degrade to the management of individual modes of transport

Transportation Management Solutions (TMS) can be used by any business organization that wants to optimize its shipping and transportation processes. A TMS platform relates to the physical management of stocks and encompasses the processes of planning, execution, and optimization of the transportation of goods — on roads, water and in the air. This innovation will help companies gain efficiency in transportation and cut costs hence timely delivery and keen supply chain insight.

TMS platforms can assist in avoiding routes that need a lot of fuel or choosing better routes with assistance in managing the relationships of carriers. Real-time tracking involves checking on outgoing and incoming shipments, doing away with delays and offering precise estimated time of arrival. It also synchronises well with warehouse needs to provide a smooth flow of products from the warehouse to the customer.

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