Data-driven TSL: analytical and decision support tools in fireTMS

One of the most important advantages of working with a Transportation Management System (TMS) is the quick access to a wealth of collected information. With all data in one place, you can generate reports, search and analyse data, and organise documents. Discover the reporting and analysis tools, as well as effective data search and sorting […]

Overview On the evening of July 11th, 2024, fireTMS experienced a significant outage due to an incident with our cloud provider OVH, which led to the unexpected shutdown of our main database. The main database is critical for our operations, handling all user data and transactions. This report outlines the timeline of events, our response, […]

Dear Customers, in recent days, there has been a significant outage with our external server service provider, which has severely impacted the operation of the fireTMS system. We are aware of the inconvenience this has caused you, and we would like to explain the situation and inform you of the steps we have taken in […]

Learn about new features and upgrades by reading this article: Manual editing of VAT amount on purchase invoices and other updates When registering a purchase invoice in the system, after entering the net amount and VAT rate, the system automatically calculates the tax amount and the gross invoice amount based on this data. Due to […]

Optimising transit times and costs are some of the biggest challenges for the TSL industry. Fortunately, modern tools such as fireTMS enable efficient route planning and control. Discover the tools that improve truck route planning. Take advantage of Here Maps and Actual Routes in fireTMS. Here Maps in fireTMS: route planning for trucks Route planning […]

Based on global trends and available solutions, the increased efficiency of companies in recent years is primarily due to digitisation and investment in modern IT systems. Find out how intelligent transport systems can improve your company’s logistics, increasing efficiency and reducing operating costs. What is a transport system and what does it mean for business? […]

Unexpected situations along the route have a significant impact on lead times. Do you need tools to keep an eye on all stages of transport? Use the functionalities of fireTMS. It will not only help you improve your transport organisation, but will also provide you with useful information that will enable you to react quickly […]

Learn about new features and upgrades by reading this article: Recurring costs With the new version of the system, the option to add recurring costs was introduced. This allows the user to easily and quickly register a recurring cost, such as a tractor lease, in fireTMS. To add a company’s fixed (recurring) costs, go to […]

Learn about new features and upgrades by reading this article: Automatic email notifications when a purchase invoice is approved and an outgoing payment is marked as paid The most important aspects of a freight forwarder’s work are time and reaction speed. These are the key factors that have a significant impact on the planning and […]

Additional improvements for the fireTMS Driver application Two new global configuration options for the fireTMS Driver application (Configuration >> System configuration>> Mobile application tab) have appeared with the new system version. The first one is a setting concerning the order in which the driver must complete the order points, where, for example, it can be […]

In this article you will find information about: Time-based tonnage restrictions for Here maps With the new system version, we have introduced information about tonnage time restrictions, which are only valid during specific time slots. If your planned route includes such restrictions, they will be displayed on the map with an appropriate information icon. Additionally, […]

In this article you will find information about: In order to facilitate the planning of transports and the allocation of loads and free vehicles, a Planner function has been added to the fireTMS system. It can be found under Orders >> Planner. In the Planner, free vehicles (internal vehicles) and available loads are displayed so […]

From this article you will learn about features such as:  Generating dual-currency invoices fireTMS offers advanced tools that will streamline and improve the quality of accounting work. One of them is the automatic generation of dual-currency invoices for a selected contractor.  To do this, just go to Accounting >> Contractors, in the edit field of […]

In this article, you will find information on features such as: How to issue a debit note in fireTMS fireTMS gives you the option of issuing a debit note. To do this, go to Accounting >> Sales >> Debit notes >> New debit note. You then need to select one of the available options: Remark […]

In this article, we describe the following functions: Loads at disposal and in the warehouse In order to check which load has not yet been assigned, you need to go to Loads >> All loads. From the selected load, you can create a forwarding order, inter-branch or internal. There is also an option to upload […]

fireTMS maps enable precise route planning for trucks. Just provide the route points and the system will show a cost-effective route with a detailed calculation of costs. With the new version of fireTMS the maps has gained features, that will help to provide reliable routes. Read the article and find out more. In this article […]

Do you want to increase the cost-efficiency of your orders and reduce empty trips? Use the new fireTMS truckMatching feature. It allows you to plan your transport in an effective and profitable manner. Read the article below and check out how to use the tool in practise. This article covers: What is fireTMS truckMatching? fireTMS […]

Do you need tools to handle orders quickly and efficiently? Do you want to automate the work of forwarders, dispatchers or your accountant? Do you want to keep profits and fleet costs under control? Use fireTMS! Its functions will prove themselves in the daily work of small, medium and large transport companies. In this article […]

From this article you will learn about features such as:  Effective team management with fireTMS In managing a team, it is fundamental that each employee knows their responsibilities and the duties assigned to them. This makes it easy to check the status of their progress and makes work more efficient. fireTMS has functions that allow […]

fireTMS is a transport management system for carriers and freight forwarders. It enables comprehensive management of transport orders for any company, regardless of its size. The system’s functions automate the daily work of forwarding agents and dispatchers, making transport fulfilment quick and efficient. Looking for a tool to efficiently organise transport in a small company? […]

In this article, you will learn about features such as: Offer templates fireTMS has a feature that allows you to create an Offer template. It is useful when a forwarder wants to publish an offer that will include transportation of loads taking place at the same loading and unloading locations, and will have the same […]

With this article, you will learn more about features such as:  Fuel expense register  fireTMS enables you to assign fuel costs directly to a given vehicle manually. To register a single fuel cost, you need to go to Vehicles >> Expenses >> Register expense >> Register fuel expense. You need to complete the data in […]

The fireTMS system has a dedicated mobile application for drivers, fireTMS Driver, which enables fast and efficient communication between the shipper and the driver on the route. It allows you to monitor the work of the drivers and the subsequent stages of the transport order.  fireTMS Driver mobile application – advantages  fireTMS Driver enables the […]

Truck maps in fireTMS – optimal route planning With Here maps in fireTMS it is possible to plan the most cost-effective route for transporting goods. The system allows you to calculate the route between several points, giving you useful information on the length of the route in kilometres, toll costs, estimated arrival time and a […]

This article will tell you more about fireTMS features and enhancements, such as: Fleet management – Available vehicles function The Available vehicles function in fireTMS includes an automatically created list of vehicles whose unloading falls within the selected date range. As a result, vehicles are ready to accept new customer orders. This makes it easy […]

In this article, you will learn more about features and improvements such as: Transport orders in the Carrier Portal With the Carrier Portal in fireTMS, you can reduce the time spent on the bureaucracy involved in receiving and processing documents after a freight forwarding order has been completed. To use this function, it must first […]

The TSL industry is known to be highly competitive, so running a transport and forwarding company requires well-considered business decisions right from the start. Learn how to grow your transport business and discover software that will streamline your daily workflow.  Transport fleet – minivan or set of vehicles? The transport company should have at least […]

In this article, you will find out more about features and improvements such as: Automatic invoice generation – software for transport The automatic generation of an invoice draft after a completed order is the most frequently used function in fireTMS, as it combines the work of the freight forwarder and accounting. In order to issue […]

Transport costs include a range of expenses spent on the fleet, consisting of service charges, licences, certificates, insurance, leasing, but most importantly fuel consumption. It is estimated to account for the largest part of company costs. Transport monitoring – fleet reports in fireTMS fireTMS automatically generates a Fleet Costs and Fleet Profitability report to keep […]

Freight forwarding is part of the TSL sector, which is sometimes referred to as the “bloodstream of the economy”. For this system to work with the expected efficiency, all the elements must be closely connected. What is freight forwarding and what is its role?  In this article: What is freight forwarding? Freight forwarding deals with […]