PCS TMS Features

Core Functionalities

Fleet Management Manages vehicles, assignments, maintenance status, and operational readiness.
Order Management Manages transportation orders from creation through execution and completion.
Dispatch Management Supports drag-and-drop dispatching and optimized driver and vehicle scheduling.
Transportation Management End-to-end transportation planning, execution, tracking, and settlement platform.
Route Management Plans and manages optimal routes considering distance, time, and constraints.
Logistics Management Supports freight, fleet, carrier, and shipment coordination in one system.
Load Management Creates, plans, assigns, and tracks freight loads centrally.
Freight Management Handles freight planning, execution, rating, and settlement processes.
Carrier Management Manages carrier onboarding, contracts, performance, and compliance.
Warehouse Management Coordinate the storage and movement of goods within a warehouse, optimizing space utilization and improving inventory accuracy.
Inventory Management Monitor and control inventory levels, track stock movements, and ensure that goods are available to meet demand without
Reverse Logistics Manage the return of goods from customers back to the warehouse or supplier

Financial and Accounting Management

Billing & Invoicing Automates customer invoicing using load data, rates, accessorials, and approval workflows.
Financial Management Provides transportation-focused financials including billing, settlements, and cost visibility.
Accounts Payable Automates payments to carriers and drivers with approval and settlement workflows.
Accounts Receivable Tracks customer receivables generated from freight billing and invoicing.
Expense Management Captures transportation-related expenses for accurate cost and margin tracking.
MIS Reports Generates management reports covering operational, financial, and compliance data.
Freight Auditing Audits freight charges to ensure billing accuracy and contract compliance.
Audit Management Supports operational and financial audits through reports and audit trails.
Budgeting And Forecasting Plan and allocate financial resources by forecasting future revenues and expenses to guide decision-making.

Vehicle and Driver Management

GPS Tracking Enables real-time GPS tracking of vehicles and shipments for improved visibility.
Fuel Management Tracks fuel usage and costs to support profitability and fleet cost analysis.
Driver Management Centralizes driver profiles, availability, compliance, and load assignments.
Delivery tracking Tracks delivery progress and status updates from dispatch to final delivery.
Container Load Optimization Optimizes container and load utilization to reduce cost and improve efficiency.
Vehicle Maintenance Tracks vehicle maintenance schedules and service history.
Fleet Operations Oversees daily fleet activities, utilization, and operational efficiency.
Tire Management Monitor tire usage and performance, scheduling maintenance and replacements to ensure safety and efficiency.
Driver Behavior Monitoring Tracks and analyzes driver behavior to improve safety and efficiency.

Supply Chain Management

Hub operations Manages hub-based freight consolidation and redistribution workflows.
Shipment Tracking Provides real-time shipment status and milestone tracking.
Supply Chain Collaboration Enables collaboration between shippers, carriers, and partners.
Cross Docking Supports cross-docking workflows for rapid freight transfers.
Distribution Management Manage the distribution of goods from the warehouse to the end customer, optimizing routes and ensuring timely delivery.
Procurement Management Manage the procurement process, including supplier selection, contract management, and order processing

Task and Project Management

Workflow Management Automates transportation workflows to reduce manual tasks and processing delays.
Document Management Digitally stores and manages BOLs, PODs, invoices, and shipment documents.
Project Management Plan, execute, and monitor projects, coordinating resources and activities to achieve project goals.
Task Management Track and manage tasks and activities, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget.

HR and Payroll Management

Payroll Management Automate the payroll process, ensuring that employees are paid accurately and on time.
Leave Management Manage employee leave requests and approvals, ensuring that leave policies are followed and staffing levels are maintained.
Employee Management Manage employee information, including job roles, performance, and attendance, to support HR decision-making.
Time and Attendance Track employee time and attendance, ensuring that hours worked are accurately recorded

Compliance and Security

Compliance Management Tracks carrier, driver, insurance, and regulatory compliance with alerts and reporting.
Audit Trail Maintains system logs for changes, transactions, and operational accountability.
Data Encryption Secures data using encryption and enterprise-grade cloud security controls.
Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) Adds an extra security layer for user authentication and access protection.
Electronic Documentation Enables paperless documentation for shipments and compliance records.
GDPR Compliance Ensure data handling practices comply with GDPR, protecting customer privacy and avoiding fines.
E Way Bill Integration Integrates with the E-Way Bill system for generating and tracking transport documents.

Integrations

Email & SMS Integration Sends automated notifications and updates via email and SMS to stakeholders.
API Integration Provides APIs for integration with ERP, accounting, ELD, GPS, and partner systems.
Third Party Integration Integrates with third-party logistics, tracking, accounting, and compliance tools.
3PL Management Supports 3PL operations including carrier coordination and customer visibility.
Customizable Workflows Allows configuration of workflows to match business transportation processes.
EDI Integration Supports EDI transactions with customers, carriers, and partners.
Electronic Logging Device (ELD) Integration Integrates with ELD systems for driver logs and compliance.
Warehouse Management System (WMS) Integration Integrates with external WMS platforms for shipment and inventory coordination.

Analytics and Reporting

Performance Metrics Measures KPIs like margins, on-time delivery, utilization, and carrier performance.
Dashboards Visual dashboards provide real-time insights into loads, revenue, and operations.
Automated Compliance Reporting Generate automated reports to meet regulatory requirements, reducing manual effort and errors.

Administrative Features

User Access Management Role-based access control ensures secure and controlled system usage.
Booking and Reservations Supports load booking and reservation workflows for customers and partners.
Cloud and Mobile Access Cloud-based platform with mobile access for drivers and operations teams.

Alerts And Notifications

Automatic Triggers Triggers automated actions based on shipment status, delays, or business rules.
Custom Alerts Configurable alerts notify users of exceptions, delays, or status changes.
Real-time GPS Location Displays live GPS-based vehicle and shipment locations.
Delivery Confirmation Alerts Sends automatic alerts upon proof of delivery confirmation.
Incident Notifications Notifies stakeholders of delays, exceptions, or operational incidents.
Driver Performance Alerts Alerts managers on driver performance issues and compliance risks.

Brand Name	PCS Software
Information	PCS Software is an end-to-end, Ai Driven Transportation Management Platform for Shipper,Carriers, and Brokers.
Founded Year	1997
Director/Founders	Mike Till
Company Size	101-500 Employees

PCS TMS