pLG industry solutions

Container logistics

Transportation in container logistics

Logistical challenges

Transportation in container logistics forms the link between seaport, hinterland and customers. Nevertheless, we face challenges such as dealing with bottlenecks and the need to find environmentally friendly solutions to increase efficiency and reduce the environmental impact. Precise coordination of all activities is crucial in container logistics, with acting flexibly also being part of day-to-day business.

pLG TMS: Software for container logistics

Our software solution

The proLogistik Group offers transportation management with an industry-specific order entry system that enables both individual containers and large lots to be processed.

Container-specific functions such as electronic pre-announcement and automatic slot booking as well as the digital consignment note secured by blockchain round off our container logistics offering. Thanks to numerous order interfaces to all participants in the process chain, you save time and also avoid errors during data entry.

Highlights & advantages summarized for you:

Greater efficiency thanks to fewer manual tasks
Real-time transparency across all transportations

Relieving the burden on scheduling through the use of artificial intelligence (AI)
Reducing costs through an increased level of digitalization

Hardware of the proLogistik Group

Quality made in Germany

Optimize your employees’ working environment with first-class hardware from the pL Group. Discover our broad hardware portfolio, which is specially tailored to the needs of the general cargo industry. From robust scanners for use in warehouses and vehicles to other innovative solutions – here you will find everything you need for efficient logistics.

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pLG WMS – The complete solution

Seamlessly integrable & secure

Our software focuses on efficiency, precision and safety so that your warehouse processes are optimally controlled. Enjoy full control over your stock movements, precise coordination of all processes and the ability to process orders in real time. Our solution integrates seamlessly into your existing IT infrastructure and adapts flexibly to your individual requirements.

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Consistent efficiency throughout the entire process

Perfect fit

Offer & Orders

Orders and their changes can be automatically imported and processed via numerous interfaces. The order entry system developed for container transportation saves time and nerves.

Scheduling

By using artificial intelligence in capacity planning and scheduling, you can optimize your capacity utilization and route planning and thus reduce empty mileage, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

Pre-registration & slot booking

Our electronic pre-registration and automated slot booking system reserves and books available slots independently. It shows the current status of all containers in real time on the interactive scheduling plan.

Driver & Administration

To make the drivers’ day-to-day work easier, we offer a driver app that maps all logistics processes, from collection and handling to order delivery. With its numerous administration functions the app also takes the pressure off the back office.

Trucking

The ETA times from the driver app provide real-time status reports to the control center and automated track & trace messages. The digital proof of delivery enables paperless transportation, maximum transparency and faster invoice processing.

Billing

Thanks to the real-time evaluation of all transportation stages, you always have an overview of costs and turnover. Automated processes and interfaces to participating service providers significantly reduce throughput times.

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Our experts are at your disposal for an initial non-binding consultation. Make an appointment and get to know our industry innovations. Our logistics consultants will get back to you promptly.

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Tested and approved

Our Warehouse Management System

We have our pLG Warehouse Management System comprehensively tested and subsequently validated annually by the Fraunhofer Institute for Material Flow and Logistics (IML) as a constant quality control measure. As a result, we are certified annually as a provider in the IML’s Online Warehouse Logistics Portal.

We offer you a holistic and personalized service

How else can we support you?

Consulting

With our logistics consulting, we support you in all logistical challenges, from the right strategy to optimal implementation.

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Support

Whether for your software, your hardware or your System Center. Whether you have questions, problems or defects – we support you with our support.

We will be happy to advise you on our products

We are here for you.

Give us a call or send us a message. We look forward to welcoming you.

proLogistik Holding GmbH
Fallgatter 1
44369 Dortmund

Tel.: +49 (0) 231 5194-0
Tel.: +41 (0) 44 200 40-00
Tél.: +33 (0) 251 81 85 85

info@prologistik.com

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about the pLG TMS for Container Logistics

The pLG TMS is a Transport Management System for planning, controlling and optimizing container transports — for example between seaports, inland terminals, depots and end customers. It digitalizes all workflows from order entry through dispatching to invoicing and ensures greater efficiency, transparency and economic performance in container logistics.

The system automates dispatching, route planning and communication. Container movements are utilized more efficiently, idle and empty runs are reduced, and customer orders are processed more transparently. Administrative efforts and error rates decrease significantly, while your staff benefits from clear, guided digital workflows.

The pLG TMS is suitable for container forwarders, depots, hinterland logistics providers, intermodal service providers and combined transport operations. Whether you operate regionally or internationally — thanks to its modular structure, the system can be tailored to company size, equipment structure and specific processes.

The dispatching interface offers clear planning of all orders, vehicles and containers. Features such as drag & drop, map views, status messages, automatic routing suggestions or the assignment of chassis and container types ensure efficient control and real-time transparency in dispatching.

All information is centrally collected: container orders are digitally recorded, trips are planned, drivers are informed via app or telematics, and status updates are transmitted in real time. This creates a seamless data flow between office, driver, depot, terminal and customer — without media breaks or duplicate data entry.

Yes. The TMS offers interfaces to ERP, depot, customs and terminal systems as well as telematics solutions. This allows master data, order information, slot bookings or billing data to be exchanged seamlessly, ensuring end-to-end digital processes in container logistics.

The TMS covers all core processes: order entry, dispatching, route planning, shipment tracking, freight billing and document management. Specific container functions such as full/empty container management, depot management, chassis and frame management, appointment monitoring, damage documentation or customer portals extend the functional scope.

Optimized route planning and better utilization of vehicles and container movements reduce empty runs and lower fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions. At the same time, digital workflows decrease paper usage and reduce errors — saving costs and making your logistics processes more resource-efficient.

The proLogistik Group places great importance on data protection and IT security. The TMS meets recognized security standards and uses modern mechanisms to protect sensitive company data.

Our experts support you from process analysis through implementation to staff training. The goal is a smooth go-live and a TMS tailored to your requirements — ensuring long-term success and scalable container logistics.