FAQ
Lista najczęściej zadawanych pytań.
The acronym TMS stands for Transport Management System, which is software used to streamline logistics processes in a company by automating and optimizing the management of transport orders and vehicle fleets. The TMS system consists of many different functions, and in some platforms (including Aleet), there is the possibility to customize the system’s functionality to meet the individual needs of the customer. Proper configuration of the system’s functionality will allow for streamlining of planning, monitoring, and management processes in TSL and other industries, while ensuring optimal use of the fleet.
TMS systems are mainly used in companies in the transport, freight forwarding, logistics (TSL), trade, and manufacturing industries. However, not only those. TMS is a solution that can be used in almost any company that has and manages a fleet of vehicles. TMS is an effective tool for large enterprises, but also for micro, small, and medium-sized businesses. The main users of the Aleet solution are:
– 3PL operators (e-commerce industry)
– companies in the trade sector with their own fleet
– segmented fleet owners
– long-haul transport companies
– rental companies
– telematics companies
– public transport operators.
The functionalities of the TMS system may vary depending on the individual needs of each company. However, the basic functionalities can include:
– Monitoring vehicles and transport orders
– Route planning and optimization
– Allocation/assignment of drivers and transport orders
– Load optimization – automatic planning of cargo space utilization
– Creating schedules for drivers and other employees
– Driver application allowing for communication
– Monitoring the technical condition of vehicles in the fleet
– Creating reports and analyses of fleet utilization
In addition, access to relevant real-time data and historical data will allow for:
– Analysis of driver behavior and assessment of driving safety and economy based on it
– Analysis of fuel consumption
As the business grows, the company’s needs may also change. The Aleet platform is a comprehensive fleet and transport order management solution built of various modules/functionalities. Thanks to this flexibility, individual modules can be added and adapted to the changing needs of the customer.
At Aleet, our international team of scientists and programmers utilizes the most innovative solutions in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and machine learning to increase the efficiency of vehicle fleets through dynamic management.
Most TMS providers offer basic functions such as fleet monitoring or analyzing driving style based on telematics data. At Aleet, we go a step further. Our comprehensive solution for managing transport tasks and vehicle fleets includes a VRP module. This feature allows for the optimization of vehicle assignments to tasks and the creation of driving routes (routing). The entire process takes place dynamically (routes adjusted to current conditions and changes in real-time), for example. Additionally, when creating a route, there is the possibility to take into account a range of parameters (such as delivery time windows and delivery priorities), while ensuring optimal use of the fleet.
Another feature of our system that sets us apart from the competition is the ability to conduct simulations of various operational/business models in a company and actively adjust fleet management methods based on them. This functionality supports Business Intelligence activities by facilitating the decision-making process.
Every company aims to receive as many orders as possible. However, when dealing with a large volume of orders, proper work organization is crucial. A TMS system streamlines logistics processes in the company and minimizes the risk of errors by automating and optimizing transportation management. This allows for the efficient handling and control of a large number of orders simultaneously.
A significant problem in the transportation industry is “empty hauls”. A TMS system can reduce the number of empty hauls by appropriately planning the next orders. The main tool for Aleet to reduce the number of empty hauls is the VRP module, used for dynamically determining routes and assigning vehicles to orders. By reducing empty hauls and optimally planning routes dynamically (routes adjusted on an ongoing basis to current conditions and changes), the Aleet solution enables the reduction of operational costs (more orders handled in a shorter time and with fewer kilometers traveled).
An increasingly common problem in the transportation industry is the lack of qualified drivers. The average age of currently employed drivers is over 60 years. Implementing a TMS system enables more efficient use of company resources (drivers and vehicle fleet) to handle transportation orders, reducing the need to hire additional drivers. At the same time, through access to telematics data, the TMS system allows for fleet monitoring, driver driving style analysis, diagnostic data control, and fuel level control. Thanks to this TMS functionality, you can ensure driver safety and increase their efficiency.
In the current economic and environmental situation, we are aware of the complexity of decision-making in the transport sector. Therefore, one of our functionalities is, among others, recommending operational decisions and actively adjusting fleet management methods based on them.
The main drawback of a TMS solution is certainly the cost associated with its implementation. The initial cost can be a deciding and “deterrent” factor. However, it should be noted that companies are increasingly offering cloud solutions in a subscription-based model – Saas (Software as a Service). Thanks to this, the initial fee is not as high as when purchasing a one-time license. Additionally, it should be remembered that a TMS system is an investment. A TMS system in which functionalities are tailored to the real needs of the client will generate savings in the longer term (operational costs) and may even have an impact on increasing profits (more orders handled in a short time).
A TMS system primarily streamlines the planning, monitoring, and management processes in the company. Therefore, it enables the efficient handling of a large number of orders simultaneously, thus increasing the company’s revenues.
Another key effect of implementing a TMS system is the reduction of operational costs. By, among other things, reducing empty runs and dynamically optimizing routes (routes adjusted to current conditions and changes), the Aleet solution allows for more orders to be handled in a shorter time and with fewer kilometers driven.
One of the functionalities of a TMS system is the analysis of a driver’s driving style. This feature will improve the safety of drivers and other road users, and eco-friendly driving will contribute to reducing costs (fuel, repairs related to uneconomical driving).
Another element of the TMS system that will help reduce operational costs is the Aleet proprietary solution, i.e., the model for recommending operational decisions, and based on that, actively adapting fleet management methods.
Before choosing and implementing a TMS system, a very important element is to conduct a detailed analysis of the functioning of a given company and, based on that, choose the appropriate functionalities of the system. During the analysis, parameters such as fleet specificity, the complexity of the transport network (routes from point A to B, several transport points), the market on which the company operates (local, international), and the possibility of integration with other systems in the company (financial-accounting, telematics) should be taken into account.
A well-defined scope in which the TMS system is to support a given company and its functioning, as well as functionalities tailored to it, is a key element of the analysis.
With the development of business, the needs of a company may also change. The Aleet platform is a comprehensive solution for fleet and transport order management, built with various modules/functionalities. Thanks to this flexibility, individual modules can be added and adapted to the changing needs of the client.
With the development of business, the needs of a company may also change. The Aleet platform is a comprehensive solution for fleet and transport order management, built with various modules/functionalities. Thanks to this flexibility, individual modules can be added and adapted to the changing needs of the client.
With the development of business, the needs of a company may also change. The Aleet platform is a comprehensive solution for fleet and transport order management, built with various modules/functionalities. Thanks to this flexibility, individual modules can be added and adapted to the changing needs of the client.
With the development of business, the needs of a company may also change. The Aleet platform is a comprehensive solution for fleet and transport order management, built with various modules/functionalities. Thanks to this flexibility, individual modules can be added and adapted to the changing needs of the client.
With the development of business, the needs of a company may also change. The Aleet platform is a comprehensive solution for fleet and transport order management, built with various modules/functionalities. Thanks to this flexibility, individual modules can be added and adapted to the changing needs of the client.
With the development of business, the needs of a company may also change. The Aleet platform is a comprehensive solution for fleet and transport order management, built with various modules/functionalities. Thanks to this flexibility, individual modules can be added and adapted to the changing needs of the client.
Before choosing and implementing a TMS system, a detailed analysis of the functioning of the company is a very important element, and based on this analysis, the appropriate functionalities of the system should be selected. During the analysis, parameters such as fleet specificity, complexity of the transport network (routes from point A to B, multiple transportation points), the market on which the company operates (local, international), and the possibility of integration with other systems in the company (financial, accounting, telematics) should be taken into account.
A well-defined scope in which the TMS system is to support the company and its functioning, and functionalities of the software adapted to it, are a key element of the analysis.
With the development of business, the needs of a company may also change. The Aleet platform is a comprehensive solution for fleet and transport order management, built with various modules/functionalities. Thanks to this flexibility, individual modules can be added and adapted to the changing needs of the client.
With the development of business, the needs of a company may also change. The Aleet platform is a comprehensive solution for fleet and transport order management, built with various modules/functionalities. Thanks to this flexibility, individual modules can be added and adapted to the changing needs of the client.
Before choosing and implementing a TMS system, a detailed analysis of the functioning of the company is a very important element, and based on this analysis, the appropriate functionalities of the system should be selected. During the analysis, parameters such as fleet specificity, complexity of the transport network (routes from point A to B, multiple transportation points), the market on which the company operates (local, international), and the possibility of integration with other systems in the company (financial, accounting, telematics) should be taken into account.
A well-defined scope in which the TMS system is to support the company and its functioning, and functionalities of the software adapted to it, are a key element of the analysis.
With the development of business, the needs of a company may also change. The Aleet platform is a comprehensive solution for fleet and transport order management, built with various modules/functionalities. Thanks to this flexibility, individual modules can be added and adapted to the changing needs of the client.
With the development of business, the needs of a company may also change. The Aleet platform is a comprehensive solution for fleet and transport order management, built with various modules/functionalities. Thanks to this flexibility, individual modules can be added and adapted to the changing needs of the client.
Before choosing and implementing a TMS system, a detailed analysis of the functioning of the company is a very important element, and based on this analysis, the appropriate functionalities of the system should be selected. During the analysis, parameters such as fleet specificity, complexity of the transport network (routes from point A to B, multiple transportation points), the market on which the company operates (local, international), and the possibility of integration with other systems in the company (financial, accounting, telematics) should be taken into account.
A well-defined scope in which the TMS system is to support the company and its functioning, and functionalities of the software adapted to it, are a key element of the analysis.