Descartes Systems Group

Descartes Systems Group is a leading provider of on-demand software solutions aimed at enhancing the efficiency, performance, and security of logistics-focused businesses. The company's primary offering is the Global Logistics Network (GLN), a transaction-driven platform that facilitates communication and data exchange among over 35,000 trading partners. This cloud-based Logistics Technology Platform enables customers to manage various logistics processes, including routing, scheduling, tracking deliveries, executing shipments, and filing customs documents. Descartes operates on a software-as-a-service model, allowing clients to subscribe to its services through multiyear contracts with monthly minimums, while also offering additional modules for upselling. Headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario, Descartes has a global presence with offices and partners worldwide.

Kenneth Wood

Executive Vice President

Past deals in Logistics

GreenMile

Acquisition in 2021
GreenMile is a cloud-based solutions provider focused on the logistics and transportation sector, with operations in the United States and Brazil, and a global customer base. Established in 2005, the company serves a diverse range of industries, including beverage, food services, retail, and healthcare, offering tools that track the performance of mobile resources such as delivery vehicles, sales representatives, and field technicians. GreenMile's software enhances logistics planning by providing real-time visibility over route execution and optimizing routes to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Its solutions facilitate the digitization of final-mile delivery processes, promoting operational efficiencies and higher customer satisfaction. With over 250 clients and more than 35,000 vehicles deployed, GreenMile continues to support businesses in streamlining their supply chain operations.

Portrix Logistics Software

Acquisition in 2021
PORTRIX LOGISTIC SOFTWARE is a leading provider of multimodal rate management solutions tailored for logistics services. The company's flagship product, Global Price Management (GPM), is designed for medium-sized to global freight forwarders, shippers, and carriers. GPM streamlines and automates complex global shipping rate management processes by integrating shipment routing, pricing, rating, and capacity allocation management. Over the years, the software has evolved from a basic rate management tool into a comprehensive transport planning solution, which offers users clear recommendations by considering various factors such as routing, pricing, capacity, and scheduling. PORTRIX primarily delivers GPM through a Software as a Service (SaaS) model, making it accessible to a wide range of logistics professionals looking to optimize their operations.

ShipTrack

Acquisition in 2020
ShipTrack Inc. is a company based in Ottawa, Canada, that specializes in cloud-based mobile resource management and shipment tracking solutions tailored for e-commerce home delivery, parcel, and medical courier sectors. Founded in 2018, ShipTrack focuses on providing innovative and scalable logistics management services. As of November 2020, it operates as a subsidiary of The Descartes Systems Group Inc.

Kontainers

Acquisition in 2020
Kontainers is as Enterprise SAAS Provider providing e-commerce capabilities to Freight Forwarders and Shipping Lines

PeopleVox

Acquisition in 2020
PeopleVox specializes in warehouse management software tailored specifically for eCommerce and multichannel retailers. The company has developed a system that addresses the unique challenges associated with eCommerce order fulfillment, managing processes from order receipt to dispatch. Its platform offers real-time inventory management and order fulfillment through an API that connects with various eCommerce platforms, ensuring accurate and live inventory updates. Additionally, PeopleVox utilizes mobile barcode scanners for precise picking and boasts some of the fastest picking methods available in the industry. With over 140 clients as of 2018, the company provides a solution that enhances operational efficiency while helping businesses reduce costs.

BestTransport

Acquisition in 2019
BestTransport.com, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based transportation management software and services tailored for shippers, carriers, and suppliers in the United States and Europe. The company offers a suite of on-demand tools designed to streamline transportation execution, including rate management, performance reporting, tender management, and logistics consulting services. Key products include BestShippers, which automates load scheduling and management; CarrierDesk, which facilitates collaboration between freight transporters and shippers; and SupplierConnection, which allows for efficient load creation and communication with suppliers' carriers. Additional services encompass cloud staffing, professional consulting, and compliance control solutions. Founded in 1999 and based in Columbus, Ohio, BestTransport was previously known as e-thinktank.com, Inc. and became a subsidiary of The Descartes Systems Group in 2019. The company's solutions aim to enhance operational efficiency and improve customer satisfaction through effective management of the transportation lifecycle.

STEPcom

Acquisition in 2019
Stepcom Services GmbH provides online electronic data interchange (EDI) support services. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Rheinfelden, Switzerland. As of June 27, 2019, Stepcom Services GmbH operates as a subsidiary of The Descartes Systems Group Inc.

Visual Compliance

Acquisition in 2019
Visual Compliance provides powerful and easy-to-use global trade compliance solutions that help organizations remain compliant with mandatory U.S. and international government regulations.

Aljex Software

Acquisition in 2018
Aljex Software Inc. develops cloud-based software solutions specifically for the transportation industry, catering to freight brokers, carriers, logistics operators, and warehouse managers. Based in Middlesex, New Jersey, the company offers a range of features including Google map-based dispatch, freight bill audit and payment, automatic load tendering, document imaging, and electronic billing. Aljex's scalable system accommodates all brokerage sizes, from small startups to large industry leaders, and facilitates over $3.5 billion in annual transactional revenue. The platform allows users to access information from various devices, enabling efficient tracking of truck loads and real-time updates on carriers. Furthermore, Aljex provides unlimited online training and hands-on customer support, with a team of developers available to customize solutions tailored to specific business needs. As a subsidiary of MacroPoint, LLC, Aljex is committed to delivering robust data protection and backup solutions, ultimately helping clients reduce transportation costs.

MacroPoint

Acquisition in 2017
MacroPoint is a developer of a global freight visibility software platform designed to provide real-time tracking for various transportation loads. This cloud-based solution integrates with electronic logging devices, transportation management systems, and GPS-enabled applications, enabling brokers, logistics service providers, and shippers to monitor the location of their shipments at any time. By leveraging existing in-cab technologies and mobile triangulation, MacroPoint offers comprehensive delivery monitoring, event notifications, and predictive freight capacity calculations. The platform is accessible through any mobile device, allowing third parties to effectively track logistics across different modes of transport, including trucking and rail.

PCSTrac

Acquisition in 2017
PCSTrac, Inc. is a company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, that specializes in developing inventory control and management solutions tailored for the retail distribution industry. Incorporated in 2014, PCSTrac offers a range of innovative applications designed to meet the evolving needs of its clients. One of its key products is a carton tracking application specifically for third-party logistics providers involved in pooled distribution. The company's solutions enable carton-level visibility and insight into the store replenishment supply chain, facilitating support for pool distribution and pallet scanning. These tools are aimed at helping specialty retailers and their logistics partners improve sales, enhance loss prevention, and optimize inventory control, ultimately reducing disruptions caused by unconsolidated direct shipments from suppliers and distribution centers. As of June 2017, PCSTrac operates as a subsidiary of The Descartes Systems Group Inc.

ShipRush

Acquisition in 2017
ShipRush is a software solution based in Seattle, Washington, that specializes in automating parcel shipping for small to medium-sized businesses. Acquired by Descartes Systems Group in 2017, the company offers an e-commerce multi-carrier parcel shipping platform that simplifies the shipping process. Its software enables clients to automatically import orders from various online shopping carts, compare real-time carrier rates, print shipping labels for all major carriers, and track shipments through to final delivery. By streamlining parcel, freight, and less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping, ShipRush helps businesses save money and allocate more time to customer engagement.

pixi* Software GmbH

Acquisition in 2016
pixi* Software GmbH specializes in developing software solutions for internet-based distance selling businesses, focusing on e-commerce and omnichannel retailing. Its flagship product, pixi*, is an ERP and logistics solution that automates order processing, in-house operations, and warehouse management. The company also offers various software services, including workflows for order processing, standard interfaces, continuous barcode support, and API web services for integration with other systems. Additionally, pixi* provides e-commerce consulting, implementation support, logistics consulting, custom technology developments, and user community services. With a commitment to customer support, the company offers telephone and email assistance, setup support, and 24/7 premium hosting. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, pixi* Software GmbH has branch offices in Leipzig, Slovenia, and Norway, and operates as a subsidiary of The Descartes Systems Group Inc.

Oz Development

Acquisition in 2015
Oz Development, Inc. specializes in developing cloud integration solutions that enhance e-commerce, warehouse, and shipping processes. The company offers OzLINK, a suite of cloud-based tools designed to automate and streamline order management and fulfillment. Its solutions focus on integrating existing e-commerce applications, improving warehouse productivity, and reducing manual data entry errors. Additionally, Oz Development provides a platform that supports system integrators, value-added resellers, and in-house IT teams in creating tailored business solutions for various industries, particularly in automotive, retail, and e-commerce. Founded in 2002 and based in Westborough, Massachusetts, Oz Development operates as a subsidiary of The Descartes Systems Group Inc.

KSD Software

Acquisition in 2013
KSD Software specializes in providing electronic customs filing technologies and logistics software solutions, primarily for the European Union. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including customs declaration, security filing, and transportation management, through its advanced GCT (Global Customs and Transport) platform. This platform is available on both a Software-as-a-Service basis and a deployed model, supporting fiscal customs filing in 18 countries and security filings across all 27 EU member states. KSD Software serves over 1,300 customers, mainly located in Scandinavia, helping them enhance the efficiency and security of their logistics operations.

Exentra Transport Solutions

Acquisition in 2012
Exentra Transport Solutions Limited develops and delivers tachograph analysis and compliance management solutions to road transport organizations in Europe. The company offers Smartanalysis, an software-as-a-service solution for capturing analogue and digital tachograph data, analysis, reporting, and compliance management; Soloplus, a software for downloading digital tachograph data; digital tachograph download devices, scanners, and smartcard readers; and analogue tachograph charts, envelopes, and digital tachograph printer rolls. It also provides Smartdownload, which enables automatic and remote download of digital tachograph data for analysis and reporting using Smartanalysis; digital smartcard readers; and analogue tachograph charts and envelopes; and GPRS data communications. In addition, the company offers remote download devices installation, training, and support services; and GPRS data SIMs for remote download of tachograph data. It sells its products online and through a network of resellers. The company was founded in 1995 and is based in Chippenham, United Kingdom. As of November 14, 2012, Exentra Transport Solutions Limited operates as a subsidiary of Descartes Systems (U K) Ltd.

IES

Acquisition in 2012
In operation for 20 years, IES is one of the largest transportation software companies in North America. With offices throughout the United States and Hong Kong, its suite of import and export solutions has served freight forwarders, NVOCCs, Customs house brokers and other transportation intermediaries who seek advanced systems to manage growth, differentiate their service and improve profitability.

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).

Imanet

Acquisition in 2010
Imanet is a prominent provider of software solutions designed for the international trade community. The company offers tools that assist Canadian importers, customs brokers, and freight forwarders in managing their shipments and facilitating interactions with the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). Imanet specializes in trade management software, focusing on consulting, logistics software, secure data hosting, cost analysis, and the development of web-based applications. Through its innovative solutions, Imanet aims to enhance efficiency and streamline processes within the customs and international logistics industry.

Cube Route

Acquisition in 2006
Cube Route, Inc. is a provider of demand logistics services for transportation organizations across North America. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, the company specializes in information digitization, dispatch management, and package tracking, among other services. Cube Route offers solutions that include order management, planning and route optimization, real-time field data capture, and customer service support. Its clientele spans various industries, including beverage delivery, foodservice, home delivery, and third-party logistics providers. As of December 2006, Cube Route operates as a subsidiary of Descartes Systems Group.
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