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Kuebix is a Challenger in the 2021 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems

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Kuebix, a leading transportation management system (TMS) provider and connected supply chain innovator, is recognized as a Challenger for the second consecutive year in the 2021 Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems. Kuebix is recognized in the research for its Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute. Kuebix is a Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) Company.

“We believe our positioning in this year’s Magic Quadrant for TMS reflects our accelerated customer growth and continued commitment to product innovation,” said David Lemont, Kuebix General Manager. “This includes a significant movement to the right for Completeness of Vision this year and upward movement for Ability to Execute, a category Kuebix has moved up on every year since its initial inclusion in this research.”

According to the research, “TMS technology is on the rise… Factors such as the need to reduce costs; improve internal productivity, efficiency and customer service; increase visibility; and make better use of capacity are driving the growth of the market through 2024.”

Kuebix is a modular cloud-based solution that allows a range of companies from small and midsize businesses (SMBs) to large enterprises to obtain an optimized transportation management system (TMS) for their business by selecting modular capabilities and integrations. The addition of Kuebix to Trimble is enabling the connection of Trimble’s network of 1.3 million commercial trucks with Kuebix’s extensive shipping community, creating unprecedented opportunities for freight demand-capacity matching and other efficiencies. Kuebix’s ability to integrate with native complementary capabilities of Trimble such as Mobility vehicle telematics solutions, Visibility freight tracking solutions and Trimble MAPS solutions is empowering Kuebix to produce next-level transportation management solutions for the marketplace.

“Our vision for a truly connected supply chain continues to be proven with our growth surpassing 25,000 customers as a result of our exceptional user experience, proven time-to-value, and industry-leading technology,” said Dan Clark, Kuebix Founder and Vice President of Product Innovation & Strategy for Trimble Transportation. “We are extremely pleased that Kuebix continues to be positioned in this important research, and believe that this positioning highlights our leadership, vision, and ability to continuously deliver value to our customers.”

To learn more about today’s TMS marketplace, download a complimentary copy of the 2021 Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems.

Source: Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems, Bart De Muynck, Brock Johns, Oscar Sanchez Duran, Carly West, 30 March 2021.

Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in our research publications, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings or other designation. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of Gartner research organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

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Trends in the Supply Chain and Their Impact on the Transportation Management System Market

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This year has reminded everyone to expect the unexpected – even in the supply chain which is one of the most unflappable industries out there! Covid-19 has disrupted the logistics operations of companies throughout the U.S. Technology is rapidly advancing as new tools and integrations become available and consumer shopping habits have been directly affected in the process. In order to overcome these and many other challenges, companies can leverage the latest supply chain technology and find mutually beneficial opportunities with one another as part of connected logistics networks. Understanding the state of the industry and how it relates to the TMS market is the first step any company trying to ‘weather the storm’ must understand.

We believe Gartner’s recently published research titled Gartner Research: Macro Trends Affecting the Transportation Management System Market offers insight regarding current trends that are influencing the buying process for transportation management systems (TMS) and is a great place for any potential technology user to start with. It’s important that logistics professionals understand these trends as it will empower them to make better informed decisions when selecting technology for their supply chain. 

 

Leverage this report to:

  • •   Evaluate key factors such as usability, ease of implementation, and carrier networks
  • •   Understand important trends shaping the TMS industry
  • •   Identify TMS vendors that bring innovation to a changing marketplace

 

One of the major trends affecting the buying process for transportation management systems is the constant maturing of technology. As technology advances, consumer expectations heighten. Think of it like the “Amazon Effect.” Now that the world knows 2-day shipping is possible, everyone starts to expect this from every retailer, not just Amazon. Factors like user experience and implementation times are becoming more important. TMS providers have to work harder to meet these expectations, but it’s up to the potential buyer to determine whether they will be up and running quickly enough to generate rapid ROI. Additionally, if the TMS doesn’t provide a user-friendly user interface (UI), it doesn’t matter how many bells and whistles the technology has if teams won’t adopt it into their everyday operations.

Nearly all transportation management systems on the market today are cloud-based, even those legacy systems with their main capabilities based in hardware are trying to play catch up. Solutions that are cloud-based make it easier for users to store data and regularly update software. As more digital networks and platforms arise in the transportation industry, providers continue to expand their capabilities and work together to create partnerships and integrations.

Technology is constantly evolving and as a result, shippers are thinking ahead before investing in a TMS. Decision making is no longer focused solely on the software’s current features but rather a combination of its current functionality and efforts to expand partnerships and capabilities. Shippers want a transportation management system that will be able to grow alongside their needs and take on new challenges in an uncertain market.

These trends and their impact on the market are important for shipping companies planning to grow their business in 2021. Understanding the effects of Covid-19, a changing technology landscape and consumer expectations will help any company make the best decisions for their supply chains in the face of uncertainty.

Gartner, Macro Trends Affecting the Transportation Management System Market, 17 September 2020, Bart De Muynck, Brock Johns, Carly West, Oscar Sanchez Duran

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Kuebix Positioned as a Challenger in the Latest Gartner Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems

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Kuebix, a leading transportation management system (TMS) provider and creator of one of North America’s largest connected shipping communities, has been recognized as a Challenger in Gartner’s 2020 Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems. Kuebix is a Trimble Company.

“Our velocity in the marketplace continues with 24,000 customers and growing as a result of our superior user experience, rapid implementations, and innovative technology,” said Dan Clark, Vice President of Product Innovation & Strategy at Kuebix. “We are excited to be recognized as a Challenger and believe that Kuebix’s positioning in the Challengers Quadrant validates our leadership, vision, and ability to continuously deliver value to our customers.”

Kuebix TMS can be implemented more quickly than more traditional monolithic software. Kuebix is a modular cloud-based solution that allows small to medium-sized companies up to the largest enterprises to select features and integrations to configure the ideal TMS for their business. In January 2020, Kuebix was acquired by Trimble, bringing Trimble’s network of 1.3 million commercial trucks together with Kuebix’s extensive shipping community, which will create unprecedented opportunities for freight demand-capacity matching and other efficiencies.

“Combining Kuebix’s innovative TMS and growing shipping community with Trimble’s strength and scale will allow us to accelerate the innovation we are delivering to the marketplace,” said James Langley, Senior Vice President, Trimble Transportation. “This combination also positions us to provide maximum transportation efficiency to all of our customers.”

According to the Gartner research, “By 2022, spend on TMS applications will be $1.94 billion, accounting for 31% of the $6.2 billion supply chain execution (SCE) market. This growth will be driven by the replacement of on-premises software with SaaS applications.”

To learn more about today’s TMS marketplace, download a complimentary copy of the 2020 Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems.

Source: Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems, Bart De Muynck, Brock Johns, Oscar Sanchez Duran, 25 March 2020.

Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in its research publications, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings or other designation. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of Gartner’s research organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, express or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

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Join Kuebix at the Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference 2019

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The team from Kuebix will be exhibiting and speaking this year at the Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference 2019! This conference is the world’s most important gathering of supply chain leaders and promises to be a great event. The Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference takes place May 13 – 16 at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix, Arizona.

Kuebix will be showcasing our transportation management system (TMS) and doing demos at our booth. Our technology is the industry’s fastest-growing TMS with over 16,000 companies within the Kuebix shipping community already. If you’re planning to attend the conference, we’d love to schedule a demonstration at our booth. Click here to request a meeting through this link.

Dan Clark, Kuebix Founder and President, will also be speaking at the conference. Dan’s session, Community Powered TMS: Driving Profits for Shippers and Carriers, will teach attendees how a cloud-based transportation management system can be the foundation of a vast shipping community where shippers and carriers realize new levels of efficiency and savings.

Dan’s speaking session will begin at 5:15 PM on Wednesday, May 15 and take place in the Grand Saguaro Foyer at the JW Marriot. We hope to see you there!

About the Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference 2019

Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference 2019 is the world’s most important gathering of supply chain leaders. Disruptions large and small confront today’s supply chains on a daily basis. At this year’s conference, chief supply chain officers and their leadership teams focus on how to recognize the impacts of disruptions and create transformational strategies that empower the organization to exceed performance expectations.

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Kuebix Advances Position in 2019 Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems

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It’s a known fact that technology is helping companies around the world speed up their supply chains. According to Gartner research*, “The challenges in transportation around scarce capacity, higher costs and more demanding customers are increasing the need for technology.”

Making the decision to implement any new piece of technology can be a large commitment though. That’s why it’s essential that companies thoroughly understand the different transportation management system (TMS) options before they commit to what could be a lengthy and expensive implementation process if they don’t choose wisely.

Luckily, Gartner, Inc. provides the unbiased insight into the TMS marketplace that business leaders need. Each year, Gartner releases the Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems*. This analysis covers all major players in the TMS marketplace and highlights their varying strengths and cautions. Some TMS’s positively advance their position and others descend.

Kuebix is proud to have advanced its position in this year’s Magic Quadrant for TMS and be recognized for its ability to execute.

“Over 16,000 companies have joined the Kuebix shipping community, recognizing that we are providing an easy to use, fast-to-implement, enterprise-class TMS that delivers the lowest total cost of ownership in the industry,” commented Dan Clark, Kuebix Founder and President. “We believe that Kuebix’s advancement in the 2019 Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems is due to our unprecedented market growth, product innovation, and commitment to the success of each and every one of our customers.”

Shippers in any industry with freight to ship can leverage Gartner’s research to help them determine which TMS will provide them the best tools and service to improve their supply chains. They can also view first-hand reviews by real customers on Gartner Peer Insights. Read reviews about Kuebix such as “Core product exceeded expectations as did integration team” and “Implementation was very collaborative and they presented real solutions.”

To learn more about today’s TMS marketplace, download a complimentary copy of the 2019 Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems.

*Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems, Bart De Muynck, Brock Johns, Oscar Sanchez Duran, 27 March 2019

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Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in its research publications, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings or other designation. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of Gartner’s research organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, express or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

Kuebix Recognized by Gartner with First-Time Positioning in 2018 Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems

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Thoroughly vetting the capabilities of different providers is a monumental task most companies undertake before choosing to integrate new technology into their business. For supply chain companies, this is of paramount importance, as transportation management software (TMS) can make or break a company in terms of service to the customer, cost of goods and efficiency. Luckily, Gartner, Inc. is an indispensable asset that business leaders can turn to for guidance and objective insight when making these onerous decisions. Each year, Gartner publishes the Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems, an unbiased analysis that logistics professionals can leverage to understand the TMS marketplace. This year, Kuebix has the great honor of being positioned in the 2018 Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems*.

“We are pleased to be recognized by Gartner in the 2018 Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems. We believe this acknowledgement is due to our rapid market growth and comprehensive enterprise solution,” commented Dan Clark, Kuebix Founder and President. “We feel that our large enterprise customers have found that Kuebix offers a best-in-class, modular solution delivered by a team of industry experts committed to their success. In our view, inclusion in this year’s Magic Quadrant further validates our mission and will help us spread the word to companies everywhere.”

We believe what sets Kuebix apart is:

·       Rapid implementations

·       Modular solution that expands with a customer’s needs

·       True cloud-based multi-tenant solution built on the Force.com platform

·       Low total cost of ownership

·       Premier Applications for optimization, collaboration, visibility and much more

·       Unique managed service programs include inbound and fleet optimization

·       Most importantly, our customers are raving about Kuebix.

Read what they have to say:

“Best TMS on the Planet…Kuebix” -Logistics Manager on Gartner Peer Insights

Get the 2018 Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems

*Gartner “Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems” by Bart De Muynck. March 2018.

Gartner Disclaimer

Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in its research publications, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings or other designation. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of Gartner’s research organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

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