AX4 or TMS - a comparison to make the best decision
In the quest for excellence in logistics operations, choosing the right management solution is crucial. With the increasing complexity of supply chains, companies need tools that not only control, but also optimize and integrate all stages of the logistics process. Transportation management software (TMS) has traditionally been used for this purpose, offering functionalities such as routing, scheduling and tracking. However, the dynamics and external variables of the sector require a more comprehensive solution, as today we live in a world characterized by volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity (VUCA). Market volatility is reflected in rapid and unpredictable changes in consumption patterns, economic fluctuations and supply chain disruptions. Companies face constant challenges to adapt quickly to new conditions while maintaining efficiency and competitiveness. The ability to respond quickly to these changes is essential for business success and sustainability. To deal effectively with the VUCA environment, you need more than a traditional TMS.
Siemens AX4 offers an integrated solution that covers the entire supply chain, going beyond the routing, scheduling and tracking functionalities of traditional TMS. AX4 stands out for integrating different systems, providing total supply chain visibility and fostering collaboration between business partners. Its greatest advantage lies in its ability to provide a complete, real-time view of the entire operation, working with the Multienterprise Collaboration Network (MCN) concept. This means that, as well as using internal data, the solution also takes advantage of supplier collaboration to feed the systems, facilitating more accurate and proactive decisions. With its advanced monitoring and tracking features, companies can follow the status of their shipments at every stage of the process, from origin to delivery to the end customer.
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How the platform can help companies on a daily basis.
Imagine a platform where your raw material supplier notifies you that an order is going to be delayed and that it will be partially delivered, without you having to exchange emails or phone calls. Automatically, your planning team receives the information in Opcenter APS and reprograms your factory, putting other items on the machine and not letting production stop. Your sales team contacts the customer and renegotiates the delivery dates for the finished product, while your logistics team disregards this shipment in the week's load and redraws the delivery routes. This is possible with Siemens AX4. This integration and agility in responding to changes are key to maintaining efficiency and customer satisfaction.
When considering options for logistics management, Siemens AX4 stands out as the superior choice. Its integrated and comprehensive approach offers companies a significant competitive advantage, enabling greater visibility, efficiency and collaboration throughout the supply chain. In a world of constant change, the ability to adapt quickly and accurately is essential, but this can only be achieved through the collaboration of the highly interdependent supply chain. And Siemens AX4 provides just that.
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