Viking Transport, which runs a propane delivery fleet in Mississippi, recently deployed BeyondTrucks’ AI-powered, multi-tenant transportation management system in an effort to modernize processes.
Previously, Viking’s operations relied on disconnected systems that required manual data entry across multiple platforms and spreadsheets. The fleet needed an integrated TMS that could handle its unique and complex operational processes while optimizing the balance between internal and external transportation movements to improve utilization, the companies reported.
“We’ve decided to migrate our TMS to the BeyondTrucks solution,” Todd Russell, Viking general manager, said in a news release. “As we have expanded, using a mixture of spreadsheets and manual processes in combination with our legacy TMS has not served our needs. BeyondTrucks allows us to automate our processes, which results in higher productivity, reduced errors, and better visibility into real-time data.
“We are also seeing improved customer service experiences for both internal and third-party loads.”
With the BeyondTrucks platform, Viking now has several new capabilities for streamlining business processes and improving utilization, including:
- Driver workflow tools for standardizing operating procedures at the driver end
- Integrations with Cargas (ERP) and Sage (payroll) systems for maintaining crucial records and information and reducing manual data entry
- Automated rating and payroll calculations for both internal and external transactions
- Real-time data visibility reporting for quicker decision-making
- Driver mobile app with an offline mode for use in remote areas without cell reception
“We’re seeing more companies like Viking looking to modernize their transportation management systems,” BeyondTrucks CEO Hans Galland said. “Our platform can address fleets’ unique and complex processes with its highly configurable, real-time workflow capabilities. We’re proud to count Viking Transport among our newest customers and look forward to helping position them for continued growth in the energy sector.”