Prime TMS

Prime TMS, developed by Prime Software Solutions, is a transportation management system designed to streamline the movement of goods in the supply chain. According to the vendor, this fully customizable platform is aimed at small to large-sized companies and caters to a wide range of professions and industries, including logistics and supply chain professionals, transportation and warehouse managers, freight brokers and forwarders, manufacturing and distribution companies, as well as retail and e-commerce businesses. It is also said to be well-suited for third-party logistics (3PL) providers and transportation and trucking companies.

Key Features

Customizable Platform: According to the vendor, Prime TMS offers a fully customizable platform that can be tailored to the specific needs of shippers, brokers, international carriers, 3PLs, intermodal/rail operators, freight forwarders, and asset-based companies.

Real-Time Tracking: The vendor claims that this transportation management system provides real-time tracking of loads through GPS, EDI, OBCs, or driver cell phones, aiming to provide accurate and up-to-date information on shipment locations.

Interactive Dashboard: Prime TMS features an interactive dashboard with color coding, which the vendor says allows users to easily access and view accurate data, potentially enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.

Image and Document Storage: According to the vendor, users can store and manage various documents such as bills of lading, labels, purchase orders, invoices, and more, aiming to ensure easy access to important information within the system.

Integration Capabilities: The vendor claims that the system seamlessly integrates with other systems such as accounting platforms, fuel/advance cards, load boards, and EDI, potentially enabling efficient data exchange and streamlined operations.

Automation of Processes: According to the vendor, Prime TMS automates processes like picking, packing, kitting, labeling, shipping, and inventory adjustment, aiming to reduce manual effort and improve overall productivity.

Intermodal Capabilities: The vendor states that the system offers intermodal capabilities, allowing users to easily build and track loads across intermodal freight networks, potentially optimizing transportation efficiency and reducing costs.

Auto-Rating: According to the vendor, the system offers auto-rating functionality for quick processing of contracts and accurate rate calculations, aiming to simplify pricing and billing processes.

Mileage Integration: The vendor claims that Prime TMS integrates with mileage tracking systems for automatic tracking and accurate mileage accounting, aiming to facilitate efficient cost management.

EDI Integration: According to the vendor, the system seamlessly integrates with major carriers such as BNSF, CSX, Canadian Pacific, Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern, and Kansas City Southern, aiming to enable smooth electronic data interchange (EDI) and enhance collaboration with carriers.