Transplace, a provider of transportation management services and logistics technology has announced that Diamond Foods has selected its proprietary software-as-a-service (SaaS) transportation management system (TMS) to improve operational efficiencies and supply chain visibility.
Diamond Foods will have access to Transplace's web-based technology and business intelligence (BI) analytics. This capability will help the company optimize its transportation network, view shipments in real-time, reduce transportation costs and support long-term business goals.
Diamond Foods Supply Chain & Logistics vice president Jeff Stites said that with the Transplace SaaS solution, Diamond Foods now has optimal technology to support real-time visibility, planning, procurement and execution management across its portfolio of brands.
"Its TMS also allows for us to collaborate with Transplace's customer network and take advantage of cross customer co-loading opportunities," Stites added.
Diamond Foods logistics director Gabe Sandoval said that Transplace provides the advanced technology and support that allows Diamond Foods to automate its processes and optimize the transportation management operations.
Transplace noted that its proprietary SaaS TMS gives Diamond Foods the ability to effectively manage all inbound and outbound transportation. In addition, using real-time reports will allow Diamond Foods to make better informed decisions in order to run its business both competitively and cost-effectively.
US-based Diamond Foods produces snacks and culinary nuts under brands such Kettle Brand Chips, Emerald snack nuts, Pop Secret popcorn, and Diamond of California nuts.
