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Gunner Kennels Switches from 3PL to Kuebix TMS
Technology Category
- Functional Applications - Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
Applicable Industries
- Consumer Goods
Applicable Functions
- Logistics & Transportation
Use Cases
- Supply Chain Visibility
- Fleet Management
Services
- System Integration
The Challenge
Gunner Kennels, a manufacturer of safe, durable dog kennels, was managing their freight through a 3PL, which had proven to be an expensive option. The issue of added costs became especially apparent as Gunner Kennels began experiencing a period of growth. The company needed a transportation management system that would be just as reliable as their products. They were looking for a solution that could manage multiple carriers, compare rates, and avoid additional fees from 3PLs.
About The Customer
Gunner Kennels is a national manufacturer of heavy-duty dog kennels. The company is committed to keeping thousands of pets safe on the road. Their products are known for their reliability and durability. As a growing business, Gunner Kennels was looking for a cost-effective and efficient way to manage their freight. They were previously using a 3PL for this purpose, but found it to be an expensive option. The company needed a solution that could provide visibility to their freight, store data from every shipment, and speed up the process of creating shipments.
The Solution
Gunner Kennels decided to replace their 3PL with Kuebix TMS. This technology eliminated the issue of managing multiple carriers by presenting contracted rates side-by-side for easy comparison. Instead of letting a 3PL compare rates and add on fees, Gunner Kennels now works directly with their carriers and can ensure they are always getting the best rate and service type for their shipments. The implementation of Kuebix TMS was both quick and easy, and training new users has proven to be simple. The TMS also stores data from every shipment and can be easily traced or analyzed at the SKU level. Powerful features in Kuebix auto-populate the shipment entry screens, speeding up the process of creating shipments.
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