{"id":19922,"date":"2017-03-29T16:04:06","date_gmt":"2017-03-29T20:04:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/01b.797.myftpupload.com\/?p=19922"},"modified":"2020-07-26T07:40:21","modified_gmt":"2020-07-26T11:40:21","slug":"what-to-consider-when-selecting-trucking-software-future-proofing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.roadvision.com\/blog\/what-to-consider-when-selecting-trucking-software-future-proofing\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Consider When Selecting Trucking Software: Future-Proof"},"content":{"rendered":"

Throughout this series of posts, we\u2019ve highlighted specific topics we think you should consider as you explore new trucking software packages\/TMS providers. All of the subjects thus far have focused primarily on the present, trying to help you understand exactly what you will be getting from each trucking software provider being considered. Now we are going to explore an area that can be hard to navigate but is extremely important: is your potential TMS provider future proof?<\/strong><\/p>\n

What does \u201cfuture-proof\u201d mean? Future-proof<\/strong> <\/a>is the process of anticipating the future and developing methods of minimizing the effects of shocks and stresses of future events.<\/p>\n

Each TMS providers\u2019 plans for their<\/i> future will definitely impact your<\/i> company\u2019s future. You need to consider how each trucking software package potentially meets your current needs, but also analyze how a TMS provider plans to address your future needs as well.<\/p>\n

Several times through this series<\/a> we have discussed rapid innovative changes that are occurring in the trucking software and technology spaces. The vision and strategies of each trucking software provider are going to directly impact your ability to react, compete and grow, both now and in the future. If you select the right partner, your next TMS package could very well be your last. It\u2019s simply not an efficient investment of time, or money if you need to repeat this process every three to six years.<\/p>\n

Future-Proof: Strategy and Innovation <\/strong><\/p>\n

Investigate each TMS providers\u2019 strategy and plan for the future by asking the following questions to see what direction the provider leads you in:<\/p>\n