3GTMS
Cloud-based transportation management for shippers, 3PLs, and freight brokers
About 3GTMS
3GTMS is a modern cloud-based transportation management system that optimizes domestic shipping through intelligent planning, rating, consolidation, and routing. Acquired by Descartes Systems Group in 2025 for \u0024115 million, it combines powerful optimization algorithms with an expansive carrier network to help shippers and logistics providers reduce costs and improve visibility.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Accurate real-time GPS tracking and end-to-end delivery visibility
- Powerful route optimization and shipment consolidation for significant cost savings
- Modern cloud-native architecture with intuitive user interface
- Backed by Descartes Systems Group providing long-term stability and innovation
- Comprehensive reporting portal with detailed cost and performance analytics
Cons
- Enterprise pricing requires custom quote with no public transparency
- Learning curve for new users despite modern interface design
- Primarily focused on domestic over-the-road — less coverage for international or multimodal
- Limited information about mobile app experience for drivers and field staff
Key Features
Order & Shipment Management
Centralized management of orders and shipments with real-time status tracking and visibility
Route Optimization
Advanced algorithms for cost-efficient shipping routes considering constraints, capacity, and delivery windows
Shipment Consolidation
Automatically group small loads into consolidated shipments to reduce freight costs
GPS & IoT Tracking
Real-time GPS tracking with IoT sensor monitoring for temperature-sensitive and high-value cargo
Automated Load Planning
Intelligent load planning and execution that optimizes carrier selection and pricing
Billing & Settlement
Automated freight billing, settlement, and detailed cost reporting for financial visibility
Carrier Network
Access to an expansive carrier network with automated tendering and rate management
Predictive Analytics
Forecasting and analytics tools for shipping demand, cost trends, and performance optimization
Pricing
- Full TMS suite
- Route optimization
- Shipment consolidation
- GPS tracking
- Carrier network access
- Billing & settlement
- Predictive analytics
Best For
Shipper TMS
Manage domestic shipping operations with route optimization, carrier selection, and cost tracking
3PL Operations
Run third-party logistics operations with multi-client support and automated billing
Freight Brokerage
Match loads with carriers efficiently using automated tendering and rate management
Supply Chain Visibility
Track shipments in real-time with GPS and IoT monitoring across the entire supply chain
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