Descartes Systems Group
Descartes Systems Group is a provider of software-as-a-service solutions designed to enhance the productivity, performance, and security of logistics-intensive businesses. Its primary offering is the Global Logistics Network (GLN), a transaction-driven platform that facilitates communication among users in the shipping industry. Through the GLN, clients can send and receive messages, data, and documents, for which Descartes charges a fee based on usage. Customers usually enter into multiyear contracts with a monthly minimum commitment. The GLN also serves as a foundation for Descartes to offer additional software modules, further supporting its clients' operational needs in logistics management.
GroundCloud
Acquisition in 2023
GroundCloud is Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) firm that offers fleet tracking, safety training and time tracking services.
Foxtrot Systems
Acquisition in 2022
Foxtrot Systems, Inc. is a software service company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in route optimization for the logistics, transport, and supply chain industries. Founded in 2014, the company develops an online platform that offers static and historic data, as well as real-time data streams and algorithms to enhance route planning for last-mile delivery drivers. Foxtrot's main product is an API that generates optimized route manifests for drivers, providing estimated times of arrival, driving times, and cost calculations for mileage and fuel. The software is utilized by various delivery services, including food, beverage, and laundry providers. By leveraging real-time data and advanced algorithms, Foxtrot Systems aims to improve operational efficiency and empower last-mile fleets to achieve their delivery goals while exploring innovative service offerings.
Portrix Logistics Software
Acquisition in 2021
Portrix Logistics Software specializes in multimodal rate management solutions tailored for logistics services providers (LSPs). The company focuses on streamlining and automating complex global shipping rate management processes, enabling its clients to efficiently handle various aspects of logistics. Its integrated software offers functionalities for global shipment routing, pricing, rating, and capacity allocation management, making it a valuable tool for shippers, forwarders, and carriers alike. By simplifying these intricate processes, Portrix aims to enhance operational efficiency within the logistics sector.
PeopleVox
Acquisition in 2020
Peoplevox specializes in warehouse management software tailored specifically for eCommerce. Its system addresses the unique challenges of eCommerce order fulfillment, managing all processes from order receipt to dispatch. Peoplevox's platform offers real-time inventory tracking and accurate order picking through mobile barcode scanners, enhancing efficiency and reducing operating costs for its clients. The software integrates seamlessly with major eCommerce platforms, enabling rapid deployment and ensuring live inventory updates on websites. With a growing client base of over 140 businesses, Peoplevox positions itself as a vital solution for eCommerce and multichannel retailers looking to optimize their warehouse operations.
KSD Software
Acquisition in 2013
KSD provided its customers with customs declaration, security filing, transportation management and freight forwarding technology solutions. KSD offered its solutions through its next generation GCT (Global Customs and Transport) platform on both a Software-as-a-Service basis and a deployed model. The GCT platform supports fiscal customs filing in 18 countries and security filings in all 27 EU member states. More than 1,300 customers, primarily based in Scandinavia, use the solutions to improve the efficiency and security of their logistics operations.
Routing International
Acquisition in 2010
Routing International has been focusing exclusively on the development and distribution of transport planning optimization software (also known as Vehicle Routing and Scheduling problem).
GF-X operated one of the largest electronic information and reservation systems in the airfreight industry providing a fast and easy way for freight forwarders to search, book and track their shipments online with over 25 carriers worldwide. GF-X was acquired by Descartes in 2007.
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