Packing & transport system Supporting your logistics operations
Integrated with our electronic customs clearance solution, our packing & transport system supports you with the complete handling of your shipping orders.
Why a packing & transport system matters for your business
Anyone involved in shipping operations on a daily basis knows the challenge: different processes, such as packing and dispatch, often have to be managed across multiple systems. Different workflows and the often problematic compatibility between individual systems quickly become an obstacle.
If you want to work efficiently and stay competitive, you need an intelligent solution.
Features
Features overview
Efficient
Time and cost savings thanks to simplified processes and integrated plausibility check.
Independent
All courier, express and parcel service providers in one application. Standardised processes make it easier to use.
Essential
The data captured here is passed on to your system and forms the basis for further processing within your supply chain.
Future-proof
Updates and enhancements from service providers are incorporated into the software promptly, usually at no extra cost.
Functions
Functionality
- Supports the complete handling of your shipping orders.
- A modular structure with a wide range of application options enables flexible allocation of tasks between the shipping department and the packing station.
- Capture packing data and print shipping labels immediately at the packing station.
- Operated via handheld scanner or touchscreen, with the option to connect electronic scales for automatic weight transfer.
- Optional: assign items to individual packages, including picking quality assurance and creation of a packing list.
- Checks whether customs documents are required and automatically notifies those responsible for exports.
- Automatic calculation of freight costs, including data transfer to the upstream system – useful for statistics and reporting.
- Neutral freight forwarding package covering a wide range of carriers, including hanging garment shipments and label printing (without electronic data transfer).
Integrated courier, express and parcel service providers & freight forwarders
- DHL / DHL Paket International / DHL Europaket / DHL Kleinpaket / DHL Express Global / DHL Warenpost International
- UPS (including WorldEase and Access Point)
- FedEx
- GLS ShipIT
- MyDPD Business / DPD WebConnect
- TNTExpress
- Dachser (including transport notifications and collection orders)
- DSV-Road / DSV XPress / DSV (UPS)
- Hellmann / Night Star Express
- Schenker / air freight
- GO! Express
- Kühne + Nagel
- LOGWIN
- LMO
- DTL
- and more
Technical functionalities
- Interfaces for data transfer from ERP, PPS or merchandise management systems ensure smooth integration and can be flexibly adapted to existing IT environments
- PTS is based on our electronic customs clearance solution and is only available with the corresponding base module
- Shipment information can be transferred back to the upstream system and made available to other departments as well
- Flexible connection to various transport service providers and smooth data exchange
- Processing via black box, controlled through the interface
Workflow
How PTS works together with electronic customs clearance
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
In what ways does PTS help identify potential weaknesses in process control and respond proactively?
Through continuous real-time monitoring and comprehensive reporting, PTS flags inconsistencies or deviations in process flows at an early stage. Automated notifications enable targeted, rapid intervention—before minor issues escalate into major disruptions—thereby sustainably improving operational efficiency.
How is PTS integrated into existing IT landscapes, and which interfaces are available for this purpose?
Our PTS module is designed to be seamlessly embedded into existing IT infrastructures. Thanks to standardized interfaces and a service-oriented architecture (SOA), data exchange is automated and reliable, allowing PTS to integrate smoothly into your existing system environment.
What benefits does PTS offer in terms of transparency and traceability of shipments and goods movements?
With PTS, all stakeholders gain access to detailed, up-to-date shipment tracking. Every step—from initiation to completion of a transport—is documented, which minimizes errors, builds trust, and ensures a high level of transparency.
How does PTS help companies optimize logistics processes and efficiently control data flows along the supply chain?
PTS collects and consolidates all relevant data streams and, through automated workflows and dynamic analytics, provides decision-makers with precise insights into operational processes. This enables rapid identification of bottlenecks and continuous process optimization, resulting in sustainably more efficient logistics.
What is PTS and what key functions does this module offer in the context of integrated supply chain management?
PTS is a specialized module that enables end-to-end monitoring and control of processes within the supply chain. It consolidates essential functions such as real-time tracking, automated status notifications, and centralized management of operational data—all integrated into a holistic supply chain management framework.
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