Transportation and Logistics Software Development

Logistics Software Development Services

Velvetech supports logistics providers with software development services and builds custom apps to help them navigate the road to cost-efficient operations, automated process management, and enhanced customer experience.

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BUSINESS CHALLENGES

How Can Logistics Software Help You?

Improve Warehouse Space Utilization
Forecast Supply Chain Demand
Optimize Logistics Routes
Eliminate Returns Processing Delays
Enhance Inventory Accuracy
Streamline Procurement Processes
How Can Logistics Software Help You?
HOW WE HELP

Our Key IT Services for Logistics

Software and Hardware Technology Consulting

Software and Hardware Technology Consulting

If you need a hand to help with any of your tech initiatives, our team is ready to advise you on how to build the right IT strategy and meet your goals.

Custom Logistics Software Development

Custom Logistics Software Development

We provide custom software development services, including maritime software solutions, for logistics companies to help them keep up with the evolving needs of the industry.

Legacy Software Modernization

Legacy Logistics Software Modernization

Velvetech supports the upgrade and migration to new technologies for any logistics software solutions so you can make the most of their efficiency.

Software Integration Services

Logistics Software Integration Services

Ensure connectivity of your tech tools and facilitate your logistics operations by leveraging API development and systems integration.

What is the difference between logistics software and transportation management software (TMS)?

The difference is that logistics software systems cover the broader set of operations involved in running a supply chain: warehousing, inventory, order management, procurement, and reverse logistics. Transportation management software is a more focused subset dealing specifically with the movement of goods, including route planning, dispatch, and carrier management.

OUR EXPERTISE

Our Solutions for Logistics Companies

Warehouse Management
Order Management
Supply Chain Management
Distribution Management
Procurement Management
Parcel Audit Solutions
Reverse Logistics Software
3PL Management Software

Warehouse Management

Velvetech builds WMS and ERP solutions as well as custom warehouse management platforms that help allocate space, relocate stocks, automate inventory data entry, and the like.

Order Management

Order management systems we develop include modules that help manage and process information about products, vendors, customers, financial operations, inventory ATP & sourcing, and orders.

Supply Chain Management

We thoroughly analyze your requirements to develop effective supply chain management software that will contribute to cost reduction, resource optimization, and revenue boost.

Distribution Management

Our logistics software services span the development of solutions that support smart inventory allocation and tracking across warehouses and distribution centers and help plan replenishment.

Procurement Management

We build procurement management software that helps your supply chain run smoothly by streamlining supplier management, purchase orders, and the sourcing of raw materials and parts.

Parcel Audit Solutions

Velvetech’s team is ready to implement parcel audit software that helps analyze shipping data, manage billing issues, define invoice inconsistencies, and improve carrier performance.

Reverse Logistics Software

With our tech solutions designed to address the needs of reverse logistics, you can automate returns processing, track reverse shipments, and streamline refurbishment, recycling, and disposal workflows.

3PL Management Software

We work with third-party logistics providers and help them design and implement 3PL platforms to manage client shipments, billing, and warehouse operations from a single, unified interface.

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FIELDS OF LOGISTICS WE SERVE

Delivering Goods As an Art with the Right Software

Sales Logistics

Embrace software that enhances the delivery of required goods from production sites or warehouses to wholesalers, retailers, and consumers.

Procurement Logistics

Choose the right tech solution to support procurement logistics and ensure the flow of raw materials and parts from suppliers to manufacturers.

Production Logistics

Implement the technologies that help manage the distribution of products and materials inside the factory, packaging, and shipping to warehouses.

Recovery & Reverse Logistics

Boost the recycling of products, containers, and packaging, as well as the upstream movement of goods and materials with the right digital tools.

Delivering Goods as an Art with the Right Software
why velvetech
20+
Years
1,000+
Projects
250+
Employees
WHY VELVETECH

Experts in Logistics Software Design

As a logistics software development company, Velvetech has supported a large number of businesses with solutions tailored to their unique needs. We understand the distinctions of supply chain, warehousing, inventory, distribution, and procurement operations and know the industry standards and requirements.

Logistics enterprises that leverage our services acquire intelligent platforms to automate workflows and facilitate the management of materials, goods, shipments, orders, and inventory. Our expertise spans primary and advanced technology and helps companies serve their customers better and stay on top of the game.

Fully-functional team
20+ years of experience
AI and data engineering expertise
Focus on security
Proven delivery frameworks
Process transparency
Seamless system integrations
Scalable, future-proof architecture
On-time delivery
Domain-specific logistics expertise
Can AI and IoT be integrated into logistics software solutions?

Yes. Today, AI and IoT are widely integrated in logistics software. AI improves demand forecasting, procurement decisions, and warehouse resource planning, and IoT enables real-time tracking of goods, storage conditions, and inventory movement across facilities. Our logistics app development services provide organizations with embedded AI and IoT tools that help operations shift from reactive problem-solving to proactive management.

Enterprise Data Hub Architecture for a Large-Scale Transportation Service Provider
A large logistics operator processing thousands of daily orders across 50+ branches struggled with fragmented data spread across legacy systems, which made reporting slow and unreliable. Velvetech built an Enterprise Data Fabric that unified data flows, synchronized master data across departments, and turned manual reporting into automated dashboards.
288×
Faster reporting — from 3 days to 15 minutes
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Cold Chain Monitoring: IoT Solution and Smart Sensors Development
Velvetech develops shipping management software based on IoT technologies to facilitate cold chain monitoring operations. The solution helps the client control the transportation of perishable goods by monitoring and analyzing temperatures, humidity, and location.
10K+
Trucks outfitted with monitoring devices monthly
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Warehouse Management Mobile App Development
We assist the company serving the clients in the metals industry with consulting services and the development of a mobile software solution. The application designed for Android OS allows warehouse employees to log inventory data into the ERP system right in the shipment area, even with gloves on.
35%
Increase in warehouse throughput by eliminating kiosk dependency
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Legacy System Migration for Plants Growing Company
The project incorporated an IT infrastructure update and legacy software migration to the cloud for a plant-growing company. The new solution controls all stages of plant production, including plant transportation from greenhouses to clients and points of sale.
5 months
Legacy-to-cloud migration with zero operational downtime
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Intermodal Shipment and Container Tracking Software Development for Advanced Monitoring
The project included the development of firmware for devices intended for intermodal or shipping containers. Our team helped a global shipping and logistics company deliver a bootstrap module. We also assisted with environment provisioning and building the connection with Amazon’s cloud.
Global Coverage
Real-time tracking maintained even in remote areas via satellite fallback
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BI Solution for a Logistics Company
case studies

Logistics Business Intelligence Solution

Our team of data engineers and analysts helps a reverse logistics firm track and scrutinize relationships with clients. The solution we’ve delivered includes various BI reports that reflect data on inventory levels, shipment statuses, and other vendor-related information.
40%
Reduction in time spent compiling manual vendor and shipment reports
Data-Driven Analytics for a Logistics Company

Web SaaS Platform for Logistics

We helped a reverse logistics firm develop a web SaaS platform to support logistics and warehouse management processes. The solution provides robust architecture, intuitive UI/UX design, and functionality like BI reports — all to ensure seamless operations and better control over inventory, shipments, and vendor-related activities.
30%
Increase in operational efficiency across warehouse and inventory workflows

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Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

Our company was introduced through a mutual friend to Velvetech over a decade ago, initially to help us with a website. It soon became apparent after meeting the management team in Chicago that this company had much more to offer. Over the decade dealing with Velvetech, we have worked together to create a full line of products, including GPS, internet, Sim card communication M2M technology and in every instance, we have found the management and developers at Velvetech to be exemplary. The most impressive aspect is the full understanding of our end goal and the initiative approach to fulfilling our objectives. The questions asked are spot on, the knowledge displayed for almost any application is remarkable. We have probably developed at least 15 new projects using Velvetech and they have been on time and on budget in every case. I would recommend Velvetech to anyone looking for a NEW approach and innovative ideas for developing new products or expanding business exposure.

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Velvetech recently assisted Healix with the software development and release of our online ordering system. The Velvetech team was focused and professional, consistently ensuring on time deliverables, which is crucial in our healthcare business. Velvetech provides professional service and an excellent customer experience. We gladly recommend their services.

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They’ve made a significant improvement in our peace of mind in terms of IT support. There’s not been one technology-related problem or issue that Velvetech hasn’t been able to solve. We’ve worked with a lot of tech firms over the years that were never able to figure things out. Velvetech is able to figure out every issue we face, which is excellent.

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We have worked with Velvetech for years. They has built the back-end to our software company and developed the code for our application. Velvetech have been a great partner for years. Yuri is an honest guy that will work collaboratively to fix problems and ensure overall satisfaction.

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We have worked with Velvetech for over 15 years. Velvetech was involved from conception through hosting and provided the technical expertise that we needed. Velvetech was truly our one-stop-shop for us: while FreshLink is a simple idea, the program and the variables involved are very complex. We collaborated with the Velvetech team to accomplish our mission successfully.

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DRIVING FORCE

Moving Logistics Forward with 3PL Solutions

While logistics involves numerous operations, such as order and supply chain management, warehousing, shipping, route planning, and product tracking — 3PL services offer a way to unify and streamline these processes under one roof.

We support 3PL companies with custom software development, delivering robust applications and end-to-end systems to enhance every aspect of logistics management. With the right technology, 3PL providers can reduce costs and scale services effectively.

Moving Logistics Forward with 3PL Solutions
What features should modern logistics software include?

Modern logistics software often includes real-time inventory visibility, warehouse and order management, supply chain analytics, and integration capabilities with ERP, CRM, and third-party systems. Procurement management, reverse logistics workflows, route optimization, and parcel audit tools can also come as part of the tech arsenal.

In essence, it all depends on your operations, and you should always prioritize features based on your needs. We help your company build strategically and focus on the development of logistics software functionality that will benefit your workflows.

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Engagement Models We Offer

Dedicated team

Dedicated Team

Keep control of the project entirely on your side by hiring our dedicated development team. Define its size according to your needs and choose which project processes and team roles you want to cover.

Staff Augmentation

Staff Augmentation

We offer staff augmentation services for you to extend your in-house team and fill the gaps in certain IT resources. This option suits you well if you lack some tech expertise to deliver a project.

Technology Partner

Technology Partner

If you have a project idea and need help with its implementation from cover to cover, we are ready to support you. Our team will guide you on business analysis, design, development, and product launch.

FAQ

How do you ensure data security and regulatory compliance in logistics software?

Security is one of our priorities when delivering projects for our clients. We implement role-based access control, data encryption, and secure API integrations, and design systems in line with relevant industry regulations and data protection standards. Compliance requirements vary by industry and geography, so we tailor security architecture to your specific regulatory environment.

How long does it take to develop custom logistics software?

Timelines always depend on scope and complexity; that’s why there’s no straight answer here. For example, a module like a warehouse management or parcel audit solution can take a few months, while a complete logistics platform integrating multiple systems typically takes longer. We define a realistic timeline together after an initial requirements assessment.

How much does logistics software development cost?

Same as with timeline, cost depends on the scope of functionality, integrations, and even the engagement model you choose. A workflow-focused solution integrated into your existing software can range between $50,000 and $150,000, while an enterprise-wide logistics platform with multiple integrations, custom workflows, and advanced analytics can exceed $400,000.

We provide a detailed estimate after understanding your specific requirements, so you can plan your budget around a solution built for your actual needs rather than a generic package.

What are the benefits of custom logistics software?

Custom logistics management solutions improve inventory accuracy, streamline order and warehouse operations, and give you full visibility across your supply chain. So you don’t have to force your processes to conform to the limitations of off-the-shelf tools. Bespoke software also scales with your business and integrates cleanly with the systems you already use.

What industries benefit most from logistics software development services?

Those that depend on accurate inventory control, efficient warehousing, and reliable order fulfillment, i.e., retail, manufacturing, distribution, food & beverage, healthcare, and e-commerce businesses — they see the most benefit. 3PL providers also rely heavily on logistics software to manage multi-client operations from a single platform.

What ROI can businesses expect from custom logistics software?

Businesses typically see ROI through reduced operational costs, fewer manual errors, faster order fulfillment, and better use of warehouse space and labor. The exact return depends on your current inefficiencies and the scope of the solution, but most of our clients recoup their investment through measurable time and cost savings within 1-2 years of implementation.