How Much Does Transportation Management Software Cost?

TransPlus publishes its prices: Fleet Manager is $350 a month for Lite (up to 3 office users), $500 for Standard (up to 6) and $650 for Enterprise (no user cap); Logistics Manager for brokers starts at $500. Every plan is an annual contract billed quarterly in CAD or USD. Add-ons such as EDI, e-manifests and driver-app seats are priced on top, and EDI carries a setup fee, a module fee and per-transaction fees that scale with your volume. Most TMS vendors do not publish any of this, so this post also explains how per-user, per-truck and per-load pricing models compare, what to ask about onboarding fees, and how to work out the all-in monthly number for a fleet your size.

TransPlus TMS provides companies with a scalable solution designed to accommodate your company's size and budget. Whether you represent a small trucking company or a large-scale logistics operation, TransPlus TMS can optimize your processes, simplify communications, and help reduce costs, at a competitive price point. Here is a better look at cost considerations of transportation management software and how TransPlus TMS can deliver exceptional value for your business.

TransPlus TMS Software and Prices

Fleet Manager Lite, from $350 per month, is for up to 3 users and includes dispatch with track and trace, load and asset planning, telematics integration, order entry and management, document imaging, basic driver payroll, customer invoicing and accounting package integration. Standard, from $500, is for up to 6 users. Enterprise, from $650, has no user cap and includes IFTA reporting (Enterprise plan). 1:1 live technical support on every plan, 7am to 6pm ET, Monday to Friday, with emergency after-hours support. Every plan is an annual contract billed quarterly, in CAD or USD depending on where your business operates; the full breakdown is on the pricing page.

TransPlus understands that you may have additional needs - and that’s where TransPlus add-on modules may help. These optional features provide targeted functionalities like fuel management integration, accounting integration with QuickBooks®, document imaging, and EDI communication capabilities. This allows you to customize TransPlus TMS to perfectly match your business requirements and by offering scalable solutions and customizable add-ons, TransPlus TMS ensures you get the perfect balance of features and affordability.

TransPlus strives to provide trucking companies with an affordable Transportation Management Software option - but it is important to note that costs may vary based on the products and add-ons you choose as well as how many users you may have.

How To Choose the Right TMS Platform

Choosing the right Transportation Management System (TMS) is important for optimizing your logistics, trucking, and freight operations. TransPlus TMS is a powerful contender and a premier transportation management software provider - but with various providers out there, it can be difficult to find the right fit. Here are some key questions you need to ask when you choose a TMS provider:

• How Long Has the Provider Been in Business? Experience translates to a proven track record and a product refined based on user feedback. TransPlus has built TMS software in Kitchener, Ontario since 1995, over 30 years, and is rated 4.4/5 on Capterra from 56 reviews.
• Can the TMS Integrate with Your Existing Software? How your TMS functions with the rest of your systems is important. TransPlus has 66 integrations across accounting, fuel cards, telematics, trailer tracking and carrier onboarding, including QuickBooks, Sage, Samsara, Motive, ISAAC and Geotab.
• Is the TMS Cloud-Based? TransPlus is cloud-hosted; your team uses a small Windows client on office computers and the TransPlus Connect app on phones, and your data lives in the cloud. The vendor patches the software and backs up the data, and there is no server in your office to maintain. If the terms are new, start with what a cloud-based TMS is.
• Are There Additional Costs Involved? Consider what level of IT support is required by the provider, and if there are any recurring payments that may be needed to use certain features. 
• How User-Friendly is the Software? With TransPlus, onboarding takes 30 to 90 days depending on fleet size and data migration, and most Fleet Manager customers are live within 60 days, with a named onboarding specialist.
• How Long Does it Take to Install and Learn the System? Ask for the timeline in writing, with a named onboarding specialist. At TransPlus, customers, drivers, carriers, trucks and trailers come over through TransPlus templates, with the import guided by a person rather than a ticket queue.
• What Level of Customer Support Does the Provider Offer? No matter how well you know and understand the software, you may still have questions. At TransPlus: 1:1 live technical support on every plan, 7am to 6pm ET, Monday to Friday, with emergency after-hours support.

By considering these questions and evaluating potential solutions like TransPlus TMS, you can  confidently find the right TMS platform that simplifies your operations, reduces costs, and propels your business forward.

Related: How To Choose the Best Fleet Management Software

While the cost of transportation management software (TMS) will vary based on your company's size and needs, the benefits can be substantial. Simpler operations, reduced costs, and improved efficiency all contribute to a significant return on investment. TransPlus TMS offers  scalable solutions and competitive pricing, to help ensure you get the features you need without breaking the bank.

Are you ready to see how TransPlus TMS can change how your trucking business runs? Contact TransPlus today for a demo and discover how cloud-based TMS can help drive success.

TMS pricing questions

How much does transportation management software cost per month?

TransPlus Fleet Manager starts at $350 per month for Lite (up to 3 users), $500 for Standard (up to 6) and $650 for Enterprise (no user cap); Logistics Manager starts at $500. All are starting prices on an annual contract billed quarterly, in CAD or USD depending on where your business operates. Most TMS vendors do not publish a number at all.

What is not included in the plan price?

Connect driver-app seats, the add-on modules (EDI, ACE and ACI e-manifests and Freight Assist on every tier), EDI setup, module and per-transaction fees, and the one-time onboarding fee. None of those figures is published; each is quoted with the plan, so ask for all of them on one written quote before you compare vendors.

Is TMS pricing per user or per truck?

TransPlus prices by plan with a user cap on Lite (up to 3) and Standard (up to 6) and no cap on Enterprise. Some vendors price per truck or per load instead, which can cost more as the fleet grows even if the office does not. Compare on your actual office headcount and your actual monthly load count, not the vendor's example.

Every plan is on the pricing page, or book a personalized demo, scheduled the same week you ask, with no commitment.