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Description
ALMS is a distinctive hybrid system that combines Transportation Management System (TMS) and Warehouse Management System (WMS) functionalities to effectively oversee routes and shipments within a sophisticated lean manufacturing framework. When utilized alongside the Agillence Lean Logistics Optimizer (ALLO), it offers clients an integrated solution that enhances the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) continuous improvement process. This system facilitates collaboration among various users who hold different logistics roles, enabling them to coordinate route planning, load execution, and freight payments efficiently. Moreover, it grants comprehensive visibility across the enterprise, allowing stakeholders to monitor shared logistics data and address exceptions that span geographic, organizational, and temporal boundaries. Logistics management encompasses a wide range of activities over extended periods, including design, planning, execution, and payment processes. Additionally, it involves numerous entities with diverse objectives, such as plants, suppliers, carriers, cross-dock operators, logistics purchasing teams, logistics payment departments, as well as logistics service providers like network designers, logistics engineers, logistics managers, and dispatchers. This multi-faceted approach to logistics ensures that all participants can work toward their specific goals while contributing to the overall efficiency of the manufacturing network.
Description
Descartes Dock Appointment Scheduling and Descartes Yard Management deliver an integrated, collaborative solution designed to maximize warehouse and distribution center productivity. Built for shippers, freight brokers, and 3PLs, these cloud-based tools provide automated door scheduling, trailer staging, and inventory tracking for every load moving through your yard. The system minimizes delays and demurrage fees by streamlining communication between shippers, carriers, and consignees. Seamless integration with Descartes Transportation Management (TMS) ensures that appointments, tenders, and status updates flow smoothly across all logistics processes. With enhanced visibility, compliance, and resource allocation, teams can better manage trailer movements, dock availability, and inbound/outbound coordination. Companies benefit from significant time savings and improved operational control, reducing manual processes and costly inefficiencies. Industry leaders like Cabela’s report that Descartes helped scale distribution operations while maintaining efficiency and accuracy. The result is a resilient supply chain that can respond dynamically to demand fluctuations and capacity constraints.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Agillence ALLO
No
Agillence ASCD
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
Yes
Vendor Details
Company Name
Agillence
Founded
2003
Country
United States
Website
agillence.com/our-solutions/alms/
Vendor Details
Company Name
Descartes Systems Group
Founded
1981
Country
Canada
Website
www.descartes.com/solutions/transportation-management/dock-scheduling-and-yard-management
Product Features
Logistics
3PL
No
Barcoding / RFID
No
CRM
No
Container Tracking
No
Cross Docking
No
Fleet Management
No
Inventory Management
No
Order Management
No
Purchasing
No
Scheduling
No
Shipping Management
No
Transportation Management
No
Product Features
Dock Scheduling
Alerts/Notifications
No
Automated Scheduling
No
Calendar Management
No
Document Management
No
Load Status Tracking
No
Multi-Location
No
Online Booking
No
Recurring Appointments
No
Rules-Based Scheduling
No
Self Service Portal
No
Yard Management
Dispatch Management
No
Dock Management
No
Exception Alerts
No
Gate/Access Control
No
Maintenance Management
No
Seal Management
No
Task Management
No
Trailer Management
No
Workflow Management
No