Oct 2, 2024
Choosing Features That Matter in a Modern TMS
Selecting the right TMS can be overwhelming, but success lies in finding a system that integrates seamlessly with your operations. Wave TMS focuses on solving real-world problems with key features like a cellphone-based carrier portal for real-time tracking, Dynamic Smart Rating (DSR) for quick quoting, and built-in performance reports. Instead of offering every feature under the sun, Wave delivers the right tools to enhance efficiency, save time, and cut costs for brokers and 3PLs.
Ryan Sullivan
Head of Sales
The Challenge of Selecting a TMS
Selecting a TMS can be overwhelming. The sheer number of features on offer can make it difficult to know where to focus. During my time at Kuebix, I learned that success doesn’t come from choosing a platform based on the number of features but rather from picking one that integrates seamlessly with your operations.
Features that Solve Real-World Problems
For brokers and 3PLs, Wave TMS has taken this to heart by offering features that solve real-world problems. One such feature is the cellphone-based carrier portal, which allows for real-time tracking updates and POD uploads without the need for complex integrations or additional platforms.
Cost-Effective Tracking Solutions
While we do offer out-of-the-box visibility integrations to Macropoint and TruckerTools, many Wave users leverage our proprietary tracking app to minimize and eliminate third-party tracking services costs.
Speed-to-Quote with Dynamic Smart Rating
Speed-to-quote is a crucial concern for brokers and 3PLs – Wave’s Dynamic Smart Rating (DSR) tool helps users quickly generate, deliver, and store quotes in the TMS. Executives and platform users can then track the win/loss record of their quotes with our built-in performance reports.
The Right Features for Efficiency
This combination of practical features and streamlined operations is exactly what modern TMS platforms should aim for. Wave understands that brokers and 3PLs don’t need every feature under the sun—they need the right tools to streamline their operations, improve efficiency, and maximize profitability.
About the Author
Ryan Sullivan is the founder of Ratchet Ventures, where he helps early-stage supply chain tech companies scale up by creating win-win deals, clearing obstacles for sales reps, prospects, and customers, and building scalable teams. With experience at industry leaders like Tive and Kuebix, Ryan has developed a reputation for crafting effective sales strategies and aligning cross-functional teams. His unique approach focuses on creating frictionless sales processes that meet buyers where they are in their process.
