A company’s journey towards the optimal IT solution takes them past various supply chain software vendors.

The Supply Chain Media subway map presents a clear (and interactive) overview of the complex (under) world of IT.

Different types of software

Each line on the map represents a different type of (supply chain) software.

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
Cross-functional enterprise system driven by an integrated suite of software modules that supports the basic internal business processes of a company.
Warehouse Management System (WMS)
Primarily aims to control the movement and storage of materials within a warehouse and process the associated transactions, including shipping, receiving, put-away and picking.
Transport Management System (incl. route scheduling & optimization)
Designed to manage and optimize inbound and/or outbound transportation operations through automated routing and rating, shipment consolidation and load building and transportation cost visibility and allocation.
Freight Procurement / Management Platform
Software platform to select carriers and manage shipments of packages, pallets and containers by using booking, tracking, accounting and reporting capabilities (also called Freight Management).
Global Trade Management (incl. customs & duty regulations)
Software that automates key import, export, global logistics and trade agreement management processes customs clearing and duty regulations

The IT Subway Map explained

News

TrusTrace Launches AI-Powered Supply Chain Data Hub that Revolutionizes Data Access for Managing Risk, Compliance and Impact

TrusTrace Launches AI-Powered Supply Chain Data Hub that Revolutionizes Data Access for Managing Risk, Compliance and Impact

13 May 2025

TrusTrace has launched a major AI-driven upgrade to its platform, making it easier than ever for brands and manufacturers of all sizes – small, medium and large – to collect, centralize and analyze supply chain and traceability data with confidence. For years, companies have struggled with fragmented, incomplete, and unverifiable supply chain data – leaving … Read More

Jaggaer accelerates Cosentino’s Digital Transformation with new Procurement features

Jaggaer accelerates Cosentino’s Digital Transformation with new Procurement features

13 May 2025

JAGGAER bolsters the digitalisation of procurement processes at Cosentino, a Spanish family-owned company with an international presence and a world leader in the production of surfaces for architecture and design. During a presentation on the progress of its digital transformation, Cosentino highlighted its readiness to continue enhancing and strengthening capabilities within its strategic Procurement Department. … Read More

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