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Description

Descartes Pacejet is an advanced multi-carrier shipping software that integrates tightly with ERP systems to streamline the management of LTL freight, parcel, and wholesale shipments. It offers a comprehensive suite of features including rate shopping across carriers, predictive packing to reduce unexpected surcharges, and scan-pack processes to achieve near-perfect shipping accuracy. The software automates label and paperwork printing to ensure compliance and brand consistency, significantly reducing manual workload. Businesses can configure detailed shipping rules via a pre-built library or custom settings to match specific operational requirements. Interactive dashboards and reports provide real-time insight into shipping costs, labor, and carrier performance metrics. Pacejet’s address validation module helps avoid costly shipping errors and penalties by verifying delivery addresses upfront. Its broad carrier network and robust API integrations ensure reliable connectivity with ERP and warehouse management systems. Trusted by over 800 customers, Descartes Pacejet delivers cost savings, improved efficiency, and faster fulfillment.

Description

Banyan Technology is a leading provider of over-the-road (OTR) shipping solutions, delivering advanced freight management through its LIVE Connect® platform. Designed for Shippers, 3PLs and supply chain partners, LIVE Connect simplifies Truckload (TL), Less-Than-Truckload (LTL), Final Mile and Parcel shipping with real-time rating, execution and visibility. The platform eliminates manual inefficiencies with AI-powered predictive pricing, automated freight auditing and real-time business intelligence dashboards. Seamless TMS and API integrations provide instant carrier connectivity, optimizing cost savings and improving operational efficiency. With 3x more carrier connections than any other provider, businesses gain unmatched flexibility and control over their shipping operations. Since 2001, Banyan Technology has been committed to client-driven innovation, continuously enhancing LIVE Connect to meet evolving industry demands. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Banyan delivers exceptional service and ongoing support, ensuring businesses ship smarter and more efficiently.

API Access

Has API No

API Access

Has API Yes

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Integrations

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Yes

NetSuite Yes

Salesforce Yes

AXIO Advanced Projects Yes

Acumatica Cloud ERP Yes

CMS WorldLink No

Cloud Inventory Yes

Flock Freight No

FusionRMS Yes

Kechie Yes

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Integrations

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Yes

NetSuite Yes

Salesforce Yes

AXIO Advanced Projects No

Acumatica Cloud ERP No

CMS WorldLink Yes

Cloud Inventory No

Flock Freight Yes

FusionRMS No

Kechie No

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Pricing Details

No price information available.

Free Trial No

Free Version No

Pricing Details

Annual: $10K (onboarding/usage)

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 Yes

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

Descartes Systems Group

Founded

1981

Country

Canada

Website

www.pacejet.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

Banyan Technology

Founded

2001

Country

United States

Website

www.banyantechnology.com

Product Features

3PL

Distribution

Barcoding / RFID No

Import / Export Management No

Inventory Management No

Order Management No

Purchasing No

Returns Management No

Sales Forecasting No

Shipping Management Yes

Warehouse Management No

Freight

3PL Yes

Barcoding / RFID No

Billing & Invoicing No

Customer Management No

Customer Portal No

Import / Export Management Yes

International Forwarders Yes

LTL Management Yes

Local Forwarders Yes

Rate Management Yes

Shipment Tracking Yes

Truckload Management No

Warehouse Management No

Waybills No

Logistics

3PL Yes

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 Yes

Transportation Management No

LTL

Multicarrier Parcel Management

Shipping

Air Shipping Yes

Bills of Lading Yes

Container Shipping Yes

Freight Shipping Yes

Ground Shipping Yes

Import / Export Yes

Ocean Shipping No

Parcel Shipping Yes

Quotes / Estimates Yes

Shipment Tracking Yes

Warehouse Management No

Product Features

Freight

Banyan Technology offers an advanced freight management solution through its platform, LIVE Connect®, recognized as the most interconnected system in the over-the-road (OTR) freight industry. Tailored for shippers and third-party logistics providers (3PLs), LIVE Connect integrates Truckload, LTL, Final Mile, and Parcel shipping into a cohesive workflow that consolidates rating, execution, and visibility throughout the freight process. Driven by real-time carrier links, API-based integrations, and AI-powered automation, this platform minimizes manual tasks, enhances carrier selection, and improves cost management. With one of the largest networks of carriers in the OTR shipping sector, LIVE Connect converts disparate freight data into practical insights, empowering teams to accelerate operations, avert service interruptions, and navigate the ever-changing landscape of logistics with assurance.

3PL Yes

Barcoding / RFID No

Billing & Invoicing Yes

Customer Management Yes

Customer Portal Yes

Import / Export Management Yes

International Forwarders No

LTL Management Yes

Local Forwarders Yes

Rate Management Yes

Shipment Tracking Yes

Truckload Management Yes

Warehouse Management No

Waybills No

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

LTL

Shipping

Air Shipping No

Bills of Lading Yes

Container Shipping No

Freight Shipping Yes

Ground Shipping Yes

Import / Export Yes

Ocean Shipping No

Parcel Shipping Yes

Quotes / Estimates Yes

Shipment Tracking Yes

Warehouse Management No

Supply Chain Management

Banyan Technology offers an advanced solution for supply chain management through its cutting-edge platform, LIVE Connect®. Recognized as the most interconnected system for over-the-road (OTR) freight management, LIVE Connect is tailored for both shippers and third-party logistics providers (3PLs). This platform seamlessly integrates transportation, data, and decision-making processes into a cohesive ecosystem, enhancing operational oversight throughout the supply chain. By leveraging real-time carrier connections, API-based integrations, and AI-driven automation, LIVE Connect transforms disjointed logistics data into valuable insights. Organizations benefit from comprehensive visibility, enhanced cost control, and expedited decision-making, all of which contribute to minimizing disruptions and boosting overall performance. With LIVE Connect, supply chain professionals are equipped to navigate the complexities of the global market with increased agility, resilience, and assurance.

Demand Planning No

Electronic Data Interchange No

Import / Export Management No

Inventory Management No

Order Fulfillment No

Order Management No

Sales & Operations Planning No

Shipping Management No

Supplier Management No

Transportation Management No

Warehouse Management No