Descartes MacroPoint
Supply Chain Visibility & Intelligent Carrier Sourcing
Overview
Descartes MacroPoint is a leading platform for real-time freight visibility, connecting a vast network of carriers to provide shippers, brokers, and 3PLs with live updates on their shipments. It helps automate communication, monitor shipments intelligently, and proactively manage exceptions. The platform offers multimodal visibility, covering truckload, LTL, ocean, and air.
✨ Key Features
- Real-time multimodal visibility (truckload, LTL, ocean, air)
- Predictive ETAs
- Automated alerts and notifications
- Customer Portal for shipment tracking
- Carrier capacity sourcing
- Dock appointment scheduling
- Temperature tracking
- Analytics and reporting
🎯 Key Differentiators
- One of the largest carrier networks in the industry
- Strong multimodal visibility capabilities
- AI-driven capacity matching
Unique Value: Descartes MacroPoint provides unparalleled real-time visibility across all transportation modes, powered by the industry's largest carrier network, enabling proactive supply chain management.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Providing customers with real-time visibility into the location of their shipments
- Reducing check calls and manual tracking efforts
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Companies that do not require real-time, in-transit visibility
🏆 Alternatives
Compared to other visibility platforms, Descartes MacroPoint boasts one of the most extensive and established carrier networks, leading to higher data quality and compliance.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Available tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: NA
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