How to tackle the major challenges in transportation

Transportation is one of the most expensive and complex components of the supply chain, yet it remains one of the least technologically equipped processes.

According to PwC’s study “The Era of Digitized Transport”, the use of technology in this sector could increase by up to 47% by 2030, highlighting both the urgency and the opportunity to modernize this key function.

Despite its direct impact on margins and customer experience, many companies still manage transportation using spreadsheets, emails, and phone calls.

This leads to recurring issues such as lack of real-time visibility, uncontrolled costs, administrative errors, as well as downtime at docks and disputes with carriers.

In an environment where every second and every euro counts, the challenge of transportation digitalization has become a highly strategic necessity.

1. Lack of visibility and control in transportation

One of the biggest challenges is not knowing what is happening with each trip in real time.
Has the carrier arrived? Was there an incident? Is everything ready for invoicing?

Without full traceability, management becomes less efficient, responsiveness decreases, and costs rise.

With a TMS (Transport Management System) like OneWorld, you centralize all information, can track every trip, and collaborate in real time with your partners.

2. Downtime and inefficient processes

Manual management and lack of planning can create invisible bottlenecks, such as extended waiting times at docks and suboptimal resource allocation.

Every minute lost affects productivity and costs.

With a TMS, you can automate dock appointment scheduling and optimize carrier assignment, considering criteria such as cost, availability, or environmental impact for greater operational efficiency.

3. Out-of-control transportation costs

Without specific tools to analyze, validate costs, and select the most suitable carrier, it becomes difficult to negotiate with suppliers or identify incorrect invoices.

With OneWorld, your pre-invoicing is automated and compliance is monitored. You benefit from detailed visibility of expenses by customer, carrier, or route, making it easier to optimize contracts and reduce costs.

4. Slow and manual administrative processes

Managing orders, tracking, claims, and invoicing is extremely time-consuming, increasing the risk of errors and delays.

By digitizing and automating key tasks such as trip creation, carrier assignment, and document generation, you accelerate workflows and free up valuable resources.

5. Lack of adaptability and scalability

Companies without a TMS – or with in-house systems developed and augmented organically over time – are limited by rigidity. They must adapt to the solution (or the lack of one), rather than the solution adapting to them.

By choosing modular and customizable software, you can configure your workflows, dashboards, and business rules. You can also easily connect your ERP, WMS, freight exchanges, and more.

6. Limited collaboration between logistics stakeholders

Coordination between the customer, operator, carrier, and supplier is essential.

When each party uses different tools, communication breaks down and decision-making is delayed.

The OneWorld TMS offers a collaborative platform that acts as a centralized communication hub.
All information is shared in real time, greatly simplifying trip management and incident handling.

7. Growing pressure for sustainable logistics

Measuring and reducing the environmental footprint of transportation is now a requirement for many companies, but without dedicated tools, it’s nearly impossible to meet sustainability policies.

TMS solutions include functionality to calculate CO₂ emissions for each operation and optimize resources.
You can also select carriers based on energy efficiency and sustainability criteria.

Transport digitalization: a key element for competitiveness today

Managing transportation through traditional methods is no longer viable if you want to grow and professionalize your supply chain. The key lies in adopting a transport management system that combines real-time visibility, cost control, automation, and seamless collaboration among all stakeholders.

This is where solutions such as OneWorld, ACSEP’s TMS, come into play: a solution designed to overcome all these challenges.

OneWorld centralizes information for every trip, optimizes resource allocation, and automates numerous processes, enabling better operational control. Its modular and configurable approach adapts to the specific needs of shippers, 3PLs, and 4PLs, and integrates easily with other business solutions such as WMS and ERP systems.

Ultimately, having an advanced TMS like OneWorld not only digitizes your transportation, but transforms its management into a true competitive advantage.

Want to transform your transportation and boost competitiveness?

At ACSEP, we help you analyze your processes and choose the technological solution best suited to your needs.

Request a demo and discover how our TMS can revolutionize your transportation management.