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August 28, 2025

Why a “Perfect Fit” TMS Beats Feature-Packed Systems

The right match unlocks efficiency, visibility, and cost control—without drowning in unused features Special Guest Blog Post written by e2open   When picking a Transportation Management System (TMS), shiny features, slick dashboards, and buzzwords can be distracting. But here’s the truth: real ROI doesn’t come from having the most bells and whistles. It comes from finding a TMS that fits your transportation complexity like a glove.   Too simple, and you’ll outgrow it before the ink is dry. Too complex, and you’ll be paying for tools you don’t use. Nail the fit, though, and other KPIs like cost savings, faster execution, and happier customers will slide into place.   How to pick a TMS that fits your freight   Carriers and LSPs running on legacy systems miss out on the real-time visibility and cost control a modern TMS delivers, leaving them slower, less efficient, and easier to undercut. Let’s unpack how to look beyond flashy features and choose a TMS that works for your business:   Match complexity first. The biggest ROI driver is aligning your TMS with your transportation complexity. Get that right, and everything else follows.   Consider adaptability and scalability. Your TMS should grow with you. Look…
February 1, 2021

The Digital Supply Chain podcast

Karin Bursa, Host of Supply Chain Now’s TEKTOK was a guest on The Digital Supply Chain Podcast with Tom Raftery. Listen in on the fascinating and wide-ranging conversations covering everything from trends in AI/Ml to data to blockchain, to education. Click here to listen to the entire episode.