In today's globalised and rapidly increasing technology, competing with competitors has become more challenging than ever. In such a business world, Transportation Management Systems are very important for businesses to maintain and increase their competitiveness. These systems ensure that transport processes are carried out effectively and efficiently, deliveries are made on time, customer satisfaction is increased and costs are reduced. SAP Transportation Management (SAP TM) is a comprehensive software that facilitates processes such as logistics, filo, transport and freight. In this blog post, we will discuss the definition, features, benefits and implementation of SAP TM.
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SAP TM, which stands for SAP Transportation Management, is a logistics management system software offered by SAP. It is integrated into SAP Supply Chain Management. This software is designed to help the integration of retail, transport, warehousing, logistics and transport management. It includes all transport solutions for regional, national and international trade. It has different modes of transport such as railway, road, air and sea.
SAP TM increases end-to-end visibility in the supply chain network. Thus, it enables carriers, shippers, 3PLs and freight forwarders to plan, manage and optimise their transport processes. It increases the efficiency of supply chain processes and saves costs.
SAP TM streams data between multiple transport operators' systems, allowing operators to easily compare features, optimize routes and shipping methods, and monitor the status of shipments.
SAP TM works in integration with other software as a much larger and more advanced supply chain management system. Typically, businesses integrate Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Warehouse Management Systems with SAP TM system.
When SAP ERP, SAP WMS and SAP TM systems are intertwined, these three systems can provide reliability, efficiency and effectiveness by automating the end-to-end management and shipping process. It manages different branches of operational processes in three systems:
SAP Transport Management (SAP TM) has comprehensive features that automate and streamline end-to-end shipping processes, from planning and execution to freight settlement.
SAP Transport Management Modules are:
It enables the bidding process and follow-up to control shipping costs, prepare shipping documents, plan freight units, issue forwarding instructions and select shippers.
ERP logistics integration provides support for planning and execution processes in line with ERP data, as well as orders and deliveries from SAP ERP to SAP TM.
SAP TM provides a centralised platform for all stakeholders (customers, carriers, shippers) to manage processes in collaboration. The platform is transparent and enables communication between users. On this platform, users can exchange documents such as invoices and compliance certificates.
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SAP Transportation Management can be used by businesses operating in logistics, production, retail sectors and more. In particular, it is a solution frequently used by businesses with complex and demanding supply chain processes and high transport needs.
SAP TM is a stand-alone system independent from SAP ERP.
Some SAP systems that SAP TM System can be integrated with
SAP TM provides the flexibility that businesses need for their business processes by offering on-premises, cloud and hybrid installation options.
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