General Freight Implements TMW Systems, Inc. Logistics Software
General Freight Services, Inc. recently announced it has completed phase one of a technology upgrade involving their core operating system. The company has implemented TMWSuite from TMW Systems, which provides robust operations management, intelligent reporting and analytical capabilities, carrier management and accounting integration with Microsoft Dynamics (formerly Great Plains). The system also allows direct integration with DAT, so load posts and carrier negotiations are faster and more efficient.
"Investment in new technology is critical to support our aggressive growth and expansion," said Greg Sebolt, President and COO of General Freight Services. "TMWSuite is a best-of breed solution that provides excellent visibility and integration for General Freight's employees, customers and vendors."
"High-performance logistics organizations, such as General Freight Services, stay at the forefront of an industry by investing in technology that allows them to run a more efficient transportation network?and increase overall profitability," said Dave Wangler, President and CEO of TMW Systems. "We are honored that General Freight has placed their trust in us to deliver the visibility and control they need to grow their business."
Phase two is underway and includes enhanced supply chain visibility in the form of tracking, documentation and real-time communications. That phase of the project is expected to be complete by the end of 2007.
About General Freight Services, Inc.
General Freight Services is a non-asset based third-party logistics services company (3PL) offering a complete suite of multimodal domestic and international freight services. The company, headquartered in Atlanta, Ga., employs a global network of offices to provide end-to-end transportation and logistics solutions. General Freight has been recognized as one of Atlanta's 50 fastest growing privately held companies by the Atlanta Business Chronicle in both 2006 and 2007. For more information, visit www.gfreight.com
About TMW Systems, Inc.
Founded in 1983, TMW Systems, Inc. is the largest provider in North America of enterprise management software solutions designed specifically for the trucking industry. Leveraging the organization's hands-on expertise in trucking, information technology, and commitment to R&D, TMW offers trucking companies of all sizes, operating in every segment, access to the industry's broadest set of business solutions. TMW's products enable carriers to easily integrate vital real- time data from every facet of their operations into a single system to maximize operational efficiency, deliver superior customer service, and ensure long-term profitability. With offices in Cleveland, OH; Durham, NC; Indianapolis, IN; Richardson, TX and Vancouver, British Columbia; TMW currently serves more than 1,600 customers managing over 325,000 power units and maintaining more than 1.1 million assets worldwide including North America, Europe, China, and Latin America. For more information, visit www.tmwsystems.com
SOURCE: General Freight Services, Inc.