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Logistics & transportation

Logistics software development for fleets and supply chains

We build transport, warehouse, fleet and delivery software that shows where every shipment is, cuts manual paperwork and keeps customers updated without a phone call.

Every shipment leaves a trail of data, from the booking to the proof of delivery. ZedBlu provides logistics software development for trucking companies, third-party logistics providers, couriers, freight forwarders, passenger transport operators and startups building last mile delivery software. We build the tools that plan loads, dispatch vehicles, track shipments, run warehouses and bill customers.

Logistics runs on thin margins, so small inefficiencies add up quickly: an empty return trip, a missed delivery window, a proof of delivery that never reaches the billing team. Good software makes those problems visible and automates the routine steps, so your people handle exceptions instead of paperwork.

We integrate GPS devices, telematics platforms, barcode scanners and carrier systems, and our logistics app development puts offline-ready tools in drivers' hands. Your team sees weekly demos during the build and gets support once the system is running on the road.

The challenge

What slows teams down

01

No real-time visibility

Dispatchers phone drivers to ask where they are, and customers phone dispatchers to ask where their goods are. Without live tracking and automatic status updates, one delay sets off a chain of calls and frustrated customers.

02

Planning on spreadsheets

Assigning loads, choosing routes and balancing vehicle capacity by hand produces empty miles, overtime and missed delivery windows. The one person who understands the planning sheet becomes a bottleneck whenever volume grows.

03

Paperwork that slows billing

Proofs of delivery, bills of lading, invoices, customs documents and e-way bills are often scanned, emailed and typed again. Missing or illegible documents delay invoicing and keep cash tied up longer than necessary.

04

Errors inside the warehouse

Without barcode or QR scanning, pickers rely on paper lists and memory. Wrong items ship, stock counts drift from reality, and every mistake costs a return trip, a credit note and some customer goodwill.

What we build

Software that fits how you work

Transportation management systems

Transportation management software for order intake, load planning, carrier and vehicle assignment, freight rates, trip costing and automated invoicing, with dashboards that show margin by lane and by customer for shippers, carriers and forwarders.

Fleet tracking and driver apps

Fleet management software development that combines GPS and telematics data, live maps and geofence alerts with driver apps for job lists, navigation, electronic proof of delivery, photos, signatures and offline use.

Warehouse management systems

Warehouse management system development for receiving, putaway, bin locations, barcode and QR scanning, wave picking, packing, cycle counts and dispatch, running on handheld scanners, tablets or ordinary Android phones.

Route planning and dispatch

Route optimization software that accounts for time windows, vehicle capacity, driver shifts and traffic, plus drag-and-drop dispatch boards so planners can adjust when orders change in the middle of the day.

Customer tracking portals and APIs

Branded tracking pages, WhatsApp, SMS and email alerts, an AI agent that answers shipment questions, self-service booking and rate quotes for shippers, and REST APIs so large customers can push orders and pull status.

Document automation and analytics

AI document processing turns invoices, PODs and bills of lading into structured data, while analytics dashboards track on-time performance, cost per trip, fuel consumption and vehicle utilization across your fleet.

FAQ

Logistics & Transportation: FAQ

How much does logistics software development cost?

It depends on modules, users and integrations. Web-based modules such as a TMS, WMS or tracking portal typically cost $8,000 to $60,000 or more, and driver or customer apps usually add $10,000 to $80,000 or more depending on features. Multi-depot operations, telematics hardware, carrier integrations and route optimization push budgets higher. We map your operation in a free consultation, then send a fixed quote inside a detailed proposal within 48 hours.

Can driver apps work where mobile coverage is poor?

Yes. We build driver apps offline-first: job lists, addresses, delivery forms, photos and signatures are stored on the phone and synced automatically once the network returns. Timestamps and GPS coordinates are captured at the moment of each action, so records stay accurate even when the upload happens later. That matters on highways, in basements and across rural routes.

Can you integrate the GPS trackers and telematics we already use?

In most cases, yes. Many GPS trackers and telematics platforms expose APIs or data feeds, and we connect to them so location, ignition status, fuel and speed data appear inside your software. If your devices offer no API, we can recommend IoT hardware that does, or build a lightweight gateway that receives and processes their data directly.

Should we buy an off-the-shelf TMS or build our own?

Off-the-shelf freight management software works well for standard operations and smaller fleets. A custom build makes sense when your pricing, contracts, routes or customer integrations are unusual, or when per-user license fees grow expensive as you scale. A middle path is to start from our fleet and logistics solution and customize the parts that make your operation different. We help you compare total cost honestly.

Can the software connect with our ERP, marketplaces and carriers?

Yes. We build integrations with ERP and accounting systems, ecommerce platforms, marketplaces, courier and carrier APIs, and customs or tax portals where APIs are available. Orders flow in automatically, labels and tracking numbers flow out, and invoices post to accounting without retyping. Every integration is documented so your IT team can maintain or extend it later.

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