cargo.one has launched new features aimed at improving the speed and efficiency of air freight quoting and booking for users of Descartes' transportation management system worldwide.
Descartes' TMS now includes the cargo.one Air Freight Integration Module, allowing freight forwarders to, within a few clicks, search, compare, quote and book capacity with cargo.one directly from Descartes' TMS.
Air freight booking details are automatically uploaded into the freight forwarder's Descartes solution, removing the need for manual data entry and making shipment management and tracking easier and faster.
"Customers of Descartes' TMS can procure air freight rates on demand via cargo.one. Descartes users also have the option to upgrade to cargo.one pro, which includes additional tools to further win and manage shipments," the announcement said.
cargo.one connects over 25,000 forwarders to rate providers, including over 65 airlines and popular general sales and service agents (GSSAs), and is available in 134 countries.
Booking air freight through cargo.one provides forwarders with a wide range of supply options. Descartes TMS users also now gain access to cargo.one's well-regarded rate offers, intuitive interface, and dedicated customer support.
Forwarders using Descartes' TMS can now tap into cargo.one's global airline integrations, gaining real-time access to competitive rates, streamlined data management, improved accuracy, and reduced manual entry. This enhances their ability to secure shipments quickly and provide better service to customers.
"Integrating cargo.one's global carrier connectivity within our TMS helps customers gain ground in delivery performance, differentiate themselves from competitors, and grow their revenue. Descartes TMS and cargo.one functionality working in unison is enhancing user experiences and helping forwarders to do their best work," Kenneth Wood, executive vice president of product management at Descartes, said.
Moritz Claussen, founder & co-CEO of cargo.one, noted that building advanced solutions with TMS leaders like Descartes is an important way for cargo.one to further contribute to a more connected supply chain.
"By leveraging cargo.one directly within their familiar Descartes TMS, forwarders will enjoy powerful operational and business benefits, combined with simplicity and convenience," he said.
