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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.

Description

SMC³ serves as a comprehensive knowledge center for all aspects of less than truckload (LTL) transportation. We enhance supply chain operations by providing the necessary data, technology, and expertise related to LTL transportation, enabling businesses to make informed decisions. Shippers, carriers, logistics service providers, and technology firms count on SMC³ to convert complex pricing and transit information into data-driven solutions. With a legacy of over 85 years in the industry, SMC³ is recognized as a leading authority, organizing top-tier supply chain conferences and educational programs throughout North America. Effectively managing time and resources is essential for optimizing expenses associated with less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation. Additionally, ensuring predictability in LTL transportation planning is crucial for success. This is where SMC³ excels, leveraging decades of LTL expertise to assist you. We guide you through the distinctive challenges of LTL rating and transit details, helping you meet the daily demands of freight procurement with confidence and ease. Our commitment is to empower your business with the insights needed to thrive in a competitive landscape.

API Access

Has API Yes

API Access

Has API No

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Integrations

Agistix No

BrokerPro Yes

CMS WorldLink Yes

DAT Load Board Yes

Dynamic Ship Yes

JASCI Yes

LoadMaster Yes

Manhattan SCALE No

NetSuite Yes

Revenova TMS Yes

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Integrations

Agistix Yes

BrokerPro No

CMS WorldLink No

DAT Load Board No

Dynamic Ship No

JASCI No

LoadMaster No

Manhattan SCALE Yes

NetSuite No

Revenova TMS No

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Pricing Details

Annual: $10K (onboarding/usage)

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 Yes

Live Training (Online) Yes

In Person Yes

Types of Training

Training Docs No

Webinars No

Live Training (Online) No

In Person No

Vendor Details

Company Name

Banyan Technology

Founded

2001

Country

United States

Website

www.banyantechnology.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

SMC3

Website

www.smc3.com

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