Selecting an ERP solution is a difficult task. Choosing the correct platform is crucial for every logistics company since it may improve customer satisfaction, simplify processes, and optimize your business. CargoWise Next could be the next big step in revolutionizing your operations if you’re already using CargoWise or are thinking about updating your logistics system.
In this blog, we will go over what CargoWise Next is all about, its new features, and why upgrading to this platform is the best option for logistics organizations wishing to future-proof their operations.
What’s New with CargoWise Next?
1. A Fresh, Modernized User Experience
When switching to CargoWise Next, you’ll notice right away that the home screen has been modified and that the UI is considerably more responsive and dynamic. Although this update may appear to be a minor visual adjustment, it is actually a component of a larger upgrade that enhances system functionality.
The updated UI enhances the platform’s responsiveness, facilitates team navigation, and offers a more smooth user experience all around. CargoWise Next simplifies and speeds up the management of reservations, shipments, and financial reports.
2. Web-Based Access – Moving Beyond Remote Desktop
A significant benefit of CargoWise Next is the shift toward web-based access. No longer will you need to rely on older, costlier remote desktop technologies. This move toward a cloud-based platform reduces infrastructure costs, enhances system accessibility, and increases overall security.
Now, you and your team can access the platform from anywhere, on any device, without the limitations of remote desktop tools. This web-enabled version also simplifies IT management and allows for faster, more frequent updates.
3. Enhanced Security Features
As the logistics industry faces growing cyber threats, security has become more critical than ever. CargoWise Next includes stronger security features to protect your operations and data. This includes multi-factor authentication (MFA) options and the latest identity management systems, ensuring your data is safe, secure, and accessible only to those authorized.
Security isn’t just about protecting your data from hackers, it’s also about ensuring compliance with industry regulations and maintaining customer trust. With CargoWise Next, you can rest assured that your logistics data is secure and compliant with current security standards.
4. Mega Features for Greater Efficiency
What sets CargoWise Next apart from its predecessor, CargoWise One, is the inclusion of several powerful mega features designed to take your business operations to the next level. These features are available through the Early Access Agreement (EAA) to select customers but will eventually be available to all CargoWise Next users. Some of the mega features include:
- Advanced Order Manager: Automates and simplifies order processing, helping you stay on top of customer demands and manage inventory more efficiently.
- Cargo Visibility API: Offers real-time tracking and visibility, allowing you to monitor shipments and make smarter decisions.
- CargoWise Neo: A cutting-edge solution for advanced cargo management and visibility.
- Market Intelligence and Analytics: Gather critical data from your operations and turn it into actionable insights.
These features help your team optimize workflows, improve decision-making, and provide more efficient services to your clients.
5. Stronger Technical Foundation for Future Growth
While the visual and functional upgrades are immediately noticeable, the most significant benefit of CargoWise Next is the technical foundation. This platform is built to support future advancements, allowing CargoWise Next to easily integrate with new technologies and innovations as they come to market.
This future-ready foundation ensures that CargoWise Next won’t just meet your current needs but will evolve as your business grows and as the logistics industry changes. You can be confident that your investment will continue to pay off for years to come.
What Does This Mean for You as an Existing CargoWise Customer?
1. Seamless Upgrade – No Action Required
For existing CargoWise customers, the transition to CargoWise Next is designed to be as smooth as possible. The upgrade is automatic, and you won’t need to take any action to receive the new version. Your existing workflows will continue as they are, and the system’s overall structure remains largely the same. The main changes will be the updated user interface and enhanced performance.
You’ll also be notified ahead of time about your upgrade, so there are no surprises. This transition has been designed to minimize disruptions, and you can continue to focus on your business while CargoWise Next takes care of the technical details.
2. Access to New Features Without Losing What You Love
Even though CargoWise Next introduces new features, it doesn’t mean you’re losing the functionalities you rely on. The system retains the core workflows you’re already familiar with, so there’s no steep learning curve. If anything, the new version of CargoWise Next makes it even easier to manage your operations while offering a more simplified, user-friendly experience.
3. Improved Support Resources
As part of the CargoWise Next rollout, new learning resources and support materials will be made available through WiseTech Academy. These resources will ensure that your team is well-equipped to take full advantage of the platform’s capabilities.
What About the Mega Features and Early Access?
You may have heard about the mega features available through CargoWise Next and wondered when they’ll be available to you. While these features are currently in Early Access for some customers, they will soon be rolled out to all users under the new commercial model. Features like Advanced Order Manager, Cargo Visibility API, and Market Intelligence and Analytics will be available to everyone as part of future updates.
For those eager to access these features now, you can sign up for the Early Access Agreement (EAA) to begin using them sooner.
What’s the Difference Between CargoWise One and CargoWise Next?
If you’re familiar with CargoWise One, you might be wondering what exactly sets CargoWise Next apart. Think of CargoWise Next as an enhanced version of CargoWise One. While CargoWise One remains a powerful solution, CargoWise Next introduces a modernized user experience, stronger technical foundations, and improved functionalities that make it more future-ready.
In essence, CargoWise Next is designed to help you continue doing what you’ve always done, but in a more efficient, easy-to-use, and future-proof way.
Conclusion
For existing CargoWise customers, upgrading to CargoWise Next is obvious. With a seamless upgrade process, enhanced features, and a future-proof foundation, CargoWise Next provides everything you need to take your logistics operations to the next level.
Whether you’re looking to improve your user experience, increase security, or leverage advanced features to stay ahead of the competition, CargoWise Next is built to help you succeed.
If you’re not yet a CargoWise user, there’s no better time to start. CargoWise Next is designed to grow with your business and provide the tools you need to simplify operations, improve decision-making, and stay competitive in today’s fast-evolving logistics landscape.
Contact the CargoWise service partner today to learn more about how CargoWise Next can help you optimize your logistics operations and stay ahead in the industry.
