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Description

Following approximately six years of dedicated development efforts, this year marks the launch of our newest DataFreight product specifically designed for the Microsoft .NET platform. This innovative product represents a complete overhaul of the existing DataFreight system, introducing a host of powerful new features aimed at significantly enhancing functionality across all modules. DataFreight is a robust and scalable suite of applications utilized by organizations of all sizes, from small enterprises to large corporations. Currently, it is operational in over 400 locations throughout the United Kingdom and has also reached international markets, including the United States, Canada, China, Czech Republic, Ghana, India, South Africa, Nigeria, Republic of Ireland, Netherlands, Bahrain, Dubai, Oman, Hong Kong, and Thailand. As one of the most widely deployed forwarding solutions developed in the UK, DataFreight stands out for its global reach. Additionally, it is designed to operate seamlessly on the Microsoft Windows platform, which powers over 90% of desktop computers worldwide, ensuring broad accessibility and user-friendliness for a diverse range of clients. The combination of its extensive feature set and global deployment makes DataFreight a formidable player in the logistics software industry.

Description

Descartes Broker & Forwarder Enterprise Systems empowers freight forwarders, NVOCCs, and customs brokers to digitize operations and manage global shipments with precision. The platform integrates shipment management, customs filing, accounting, warehousing, and client visibility into a single, cohesive ecosystem. By automating workflows across departments, it reduces labor costs, accelerates quoting and invoicing, and strengthens compliance with international trade regulations. With capabilities like multimodal shipment tracking, denied party screening, and global price management, forwarders gain full transparency and control over every shipment. Descartes’ deep expertise and local support—backed by three decades in logistics technology—help companies modernize while maintaining regulatory readiness. Leading logistics providers like GEODIS, Hellmann Worldwide, and Ocean Network Express rely on Descartes to increase efficiency and accuracy. Reports show users achieve up to 60% productivity gains and 15% labor savings. Whether you manage air, ocean, or ground freight, Descartes delivers a unified, cloud-based platform that keeps your business compliant, competitive, and customer-focused.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

MeridianLink Opening Yes 

Integrations

MeridianLink Opening 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 No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
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) Yes 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Vendor Details

Company Name

DataFreight - LSI-Sigma Software

Country

United Kingdom

Website

www.datafreight.co.uk

Vendor Details

Company Name

Descartes Systems Group

Founded

1981

Country

Canada

Website

www.descartes.com/solutions/broker-and-forwarder-enterprise-systems

Product Features

Freight

3PL No 
Barcoding / RFID No 
Billing & Invoicing Yes 
Customer Management No 
Customer Portal No 
Import / Export Management Yes 
International Forwarders No 
LTL Management No 
Local Forwarders No 
Rate Management Yes 
Shipment Tracking No 
Truckload Management No 
Warehouse Management Yes 
Waybills No 

Shipping

Air Shipping No 
Bills of Lading No 
Container Shipping No 
Freight Shipping No 
Ground Shipping No 
Import / Export Yes 
Ocean Shipping No 
Parcel Shipping No 
Quotes / Estimates No 
Shipment Tracking No 
Warehouse Management No 

Warehouse Management

3PL Management No 
Barcoding / RFID No 
Category Customization No 
Channel Management No 
Demand Planning No 
Inventory Management No 
Location Control No 
Order Management No 
Purchasing No 
Quality Control No 
Receiving / Putaway Management No 
Returns Management No 
Shipping Management No 

Product Features

Freight

3PL No 
Barcoding / RFID No 
Billing & Invoicing No 
Customer Management No 
Customer Portal No 
Import / Export Management No 
International Forwarders No 
LTL Management No 
Local Forwarders No 
Rate Management No 
Shipment Tracking No 
Truckload Management No 
Warehouse Management No 
Waybills No 

Transportation Management

Billing & Invoicing No 
Carrier Management No 
Customer Management No 
Dispatch Management No 
Driver Management No 
Fleet / Equipment Management No 
Load Management No 
Order Management No 
Quotes / Estimates No 
Routing No 
Scheduling No 
Shipment Management No 

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