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Transportation Management

Manhattan TMS

Enterprise-grade transportation optimization and visibility platform for modern logistics

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Category
Software
Ideal For
Enterprise Shippers
Deployment
Cloud / On-premise / Hybrid
Integrations
150++ Apps
Security
Role-based access control, data encryption, audit trails, multi-factor authentication
API Access
Yes - Comprehensive REST API for custom integrations

About Manhattan TMS

Manhattan TMS is an enterprise transportation management system engineered to streamline and optimize complex logistics operations across inbound and outbound transportation networks. The platform leverages advanced optimization algorithms and real-time analytics to help shippers and logistics providers reduce freight costs, improve carrier performance, and enhance end-to-end supply chain visibility. Manhattan TMS supports multi-modal transportation including LTL, TL, parcel, and international freight, with intelligent route optimization, dynamic load planning, and automated carrier selection capabilities. The system provides real-time tracking and visibility across shipments, enabling proactive exception management and compliance monitoring. When deployed through AiDOOS, Manhattan TMS benefits from managed governance frameworks, accelerated implementation timelines, and seamless integration with existing ERP and logistics systems. AiDOOS enhances scalability for global operations, optimizes total cost of ownership through flexible engagement models, and ensures rapid ROI through expert deployment and change management services.

Challenges It Solves

  • Complex transportation networks across multiple modes lack unified visibility and control
  • Rising freight costs and carrier inefficiencies drain logistics budgets without optimization
  • Manual route planning and carrier selection processes waste time and increase operational errors
  • Fragmented systems prevent real-time tracking and exception management across shipments
  • Compliance and performance reporting require manual data consolidation across multiple sources

Proven Results

28
Reduction in freight spend through optimization
42
Improvement in on-time delivery performance
35
Reduction in manual planning labor hours

Key Features

Core capabilities at a glance

Advanced Route Optimization

AI-powered algorithms minimize distance and time

Up to 15% reduction in fuel and mileage costs

Real-Time Shipment Visibility

Track every shipment across your network instantly

100% visibility into shipment status and location

Intelligent Carrier Management

Automated carrier selection based on performance and cost

Optimize carrier relationships and reduce exceptions

Multi-Modal Load Planning

Consolidate shipments across LTL, TL, parcel, and air

Maximize freight consolidation and density efficiency

Analytics & Performance Dashboards

Deep insights into transportation KPIs and trends

Data-driven decisions improve operational efficiency

Exception Management & Alerts

Automated alerts for delays, exceptions, and compliance issues

Proactive problem resolution reduces impact

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Real-World Use Cases

See how organizations drive results

Large Consumer Goods Manufacturer
A global FMCG company optimized distribution across 15 distribution centers and multiple carriers, consolidating shipments intelligently across LTL and TL modes to reduce freight spend while maintaining service levels.
28
Reduced freight costs by 28% within 18 months
3rd Party Logistics Provider
A regional 3PL improved carrier utilization and on-time delivery through dynamic route optimization and real-time visibility, enabling better service commitments to customers.
42
Improved on-time delivery to 98% performance
E-Commerce Fulfillment Network
An e-commerce company optimized parcel and LTL distribution from multiple fulfillment centers to reduce delivery times and last-mile costs through consolidated planning.
35
Reduced parcel shipping costs by 18% YoY
Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Distribution
A regulated pharmaceutical distributor gained full compliance visibility, temperature-controlled shipment tracking, and chain-of-custody documentation across complex multi-modal networks.
99
Achieved 99.8% compliance with temperature control

Integrations

Seamlessly connect with your tech ecosystem

S

SAP

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Seamless order-to-cash integration for automatic shipment planning and freight billing

O

Oracle EBS

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Integrated logistics planning tied to inventory and procurement modules

J

JDA / Blue Yonder

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Supply chain planning synchronization for demand-driven transportation

S

Salesforce

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Customer visibility portal for order tracking and delivery confirmation

N

NetSuite

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Cloud-native integration for mid-market order and freight management

C

Carrier APIs

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Direct integration with UPS, FedEx, XPO, Saia, and 50+ carrier systems

E

EDI/EANCOM

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Electronic data interchange for automated shipment and invoice exchanges

P

Power BI / Tableau

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Advanced visualization and reporting on transportation metrics

Implementation with AiDOOS

Outcome-based delivery with expert support

Outcome-Based

Pay for results, not hours

Milestone-Driven

Clear deliverables at each phase

Expert Network

Access to certified specialists

Implementation Timeline

1
Discover
Requirements & assessment
2
Integrate
Setup & data migration
3
Validate
Testing & security audit
4
Rollout
Deployment & training
5
Optimize
Performance tuning

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Ease of Use Good Good Good Good
Enterprise Features Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Pricing Fair Fair Fair Good
Integration Ecosystem Excellent Good Good Excellent
Mobile Experience Good Fair Good Excellent
AI & Analytics Excellent Good Good Excellent
Quick Setup Fair Fair Good Good

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to implement Manhattan TMS?
Implementation typically takes 4-6 months for enterprise deployments. AiDOOS accelerates timelines through managed implementation services, proven methodologies, and dedicated change management teams, often reducing go-live to 3-4 months.
Can Manhattan TMS integrate with our existing ERP and carrier systems?
Yes. Manhattan TMS offers 150+ pre-built integrations and a comprehensive REST API. AiDOOS manages complex integration architecture, ensuring seamless data flow with SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, and carrier APIs without disrupting existing operations.
What kind of cost savings can we expect?
Customers typically achieve 20-30% freight cost reduction, 10-15% improvement in asset utilization, and significant labor savings through automation. Results vary based on network complexity. AiDOOS provides ROI modeling during the assessment phase.
Does Manhattan TMS support multi-modal and international transportation?
Yes. The platform handles LTL, TL, parcel, air, ocean, and rail freight with support for cross-border shipments, international compliance rules, and carrier networks across North America, Europe, and Asia.
What reporting and analytics capabilities are included?
Manhattan TMS provides 200+ out-of-the-box reports plus custom analytics dashboards. Real-time KPI monitoring, predictive analytics, and integration with Power BI and Tableau enable advanced business intelligence for strategic decision-making.
Is Manhattan TMS available as cloud or on-premise?
Both. Manhattan TMS is available as cloud-hosted SaaS, on-premise, or hybrid deployments. AiDOOS manages cloud infrastructure governance, security, scalability, and cost optimization across any deployment model.