Forwarder TMS


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Customer Success Story
Learn how Marine Services International is enhancing customer service and productivity with Descartes.
Knowledge Center
What drives the cost of a Forwarder TMS?
Customer Success Story
Read how Speed Global Services is accelerating and automating freight forwarding processes with Descartes TMS

A SaaS-based Comprehensive Platform for Freight Forwarders to Manage Operations


Run all aspects of logistics operations with a complete Transportation Management System designed specifically for freight forwarders

What Capabilities Does Descartes Forwarder TMS Offer?


Multimodal Shipment Management
Coordinate import and export shipments across all modes of transport

Advanced Integrative Capabilities
Fully automated manufacturing and manipulation 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


Descartes Forwarder TMS powers freight forwarder operations worldwide. The solution 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.

With Descartes Forwarder TMS in place, forwarders are empowered to make informed decisions and enhance overall operational efficiency

What Sets Descartes Forwarder TMS apart from the Competition?


Cloud-based Technology
A light and secure cloud-based technology footprint

Expert Local Support
Tap into the deep domain expertise of our local technical support

Extensible
Add on modules such as customs clearance in parallel to business growth


Can You Share Some Proven Customer Success Stories?


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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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
The Full Series is Here - Now to Become a Successful Digital Forwarder

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