Keep freight moving with smarter Cross-docking

See and allocate incoming freight before it hits the dock. With CartonCloud, real-time visibility and rapid scan-in/out workflows help you turn around freight faster and keep outbound loads moving.

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Keep freight moving with smarter Cross docking with CartonCloud

INDUSTRIES | CROSS-DOCKING

Purpose-built logistics software for time-sensitive operations

From pre-arrival allocation to outbound loading, CartonCloud gives warehouse teams the cross-dock tools needed to move freight fast. Scan inbound freight instantly, sort and group by route, and sync every load with real-time delivery updates — all in one connected platform.

3PL Providers
Inhouse Logistics Teams

For 3PL providers

Cross-docking leaves no room for friction. When volumes are high and cut-offs are fixed, you need real-time visibility across the dock — and out on the road — to keep everything moving cleanly.

You’re balancing multiple customers, constant freight flow, and tight delivery windows.

Enter CartonCloud. A powerful, flexible platform built for fast-moving 3PL operations, giving you rapid inbound scanning, real-time cross-dock tracking, live driver ETAs, instant ePODs and client-ready status updates — so freight moves through the dock faster, deliveries stay on schedule, and customers stay informed without the follow-up.

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For in-house fulfilment teams

Done right, cross-docking delivers faster stock movement, lower handling overheads and more optimised delivery routes — turning complexity into a real operational advantage.

To get there, you need clear visibility across inbound, outbound and delivery, with workflows that keep teams aligned and freight moving without friction or rework.

Cue CartonCloud. One powerful platform connecting inbound receipt to outbound delivery, with early freight identification, route-based grouping, live ETAs and instant ePODs — so your cross-dock runs smoothly, consistently and at scale.

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Everything you need for seamless cross-docking

Move freight faster with real-time visibility, rapid scan workflows, and integrated WMS + TMS tools that keep every load on schedule. Replace paper trails with full inbound and outbound visibility, barcode scanning, driver tracking, and automated workflows in one platform.

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PLATFORM

WMS + TMS built for fast, accurate freight flow

One system from dock to door

CartonCloud connects warehousing and delivery in one platform, linking receiving, staging, allocation and dispatch.

Mobile scanning for speed + accuracy

Scan freight on arrival, through sortation and out to the truck using the iOS/Android app. Every scan updates location and status instantly, keeping teams aligned.

Turn freight faster with pre-arrival allocation

Assign inbound consignments to outbound runs before the truck even hits the dock. With pre-arrival visibility and instant scan-in workflows, teams can sort, stage, and load freight immediately — reducing dwell time, clearing congestion, and keeping every outbound vehicle moving on schedule.

3PL Providers
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PLATFORM

Smarter sorting + faster turnarounds

Group freight by route, run or customer

CartonCloud auto-groups inbound pallets using rules you set — by destination, run, or client — reducing handling time and helping teams load outbound vehicles faster.

Instant visibility for clients

Give your clients access to live freight status, tracking numbers, PODs and delivery ETAs via the portal — no phone calls, no manual updates, no bottlenecks.

Reduce delays at the dock

Prepare outbound loads before trucks arrive and turn vehicles around faster with clear staging, digital sorting, route-ready grouping and dispatch tools.

Inhouse Logistics Teams
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PLATFORM

Built for the real world of logistics

Go live in days — even with rotating teams

Rapid setup and mobile-first workflows make rollout easy across multiple docks, shifts and seasonal staff. Teams learn quickly and stay productive from day one.

Fits your tech stack

Integrate with accounting systems, ERPs, carrier platforms and external TMS tools. With an open API and pre-built connections, data flows cleanly across your ecosystem.

Automated billing for 3PLs

Charge by activity, volume, storage time, or custom rules — CartonCloud’s billing engine pulls from real scan events and transport data to capture every fee automatically.

Transport Companies

Everything cross-dock teams need for faster flow, cleaner handovers, and accurate delivery

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Warehouse features (WMS)

See every moving part in one place with real-time visibility, smarter workflows and tools your team will master in minutes.

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Transport tools (TMS)

Plan routes, track drivers in real time and get proof-of-delivery the moment it arrives, all within one simple transport management system.

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3PLs

Keep customers happy while streamlining your warehouse and transport operations with a single, easy-to-use platform.

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Integrations

Plug in the platforms you already use, from ERP and TMS platforms to QuickBooks, Xero and more.

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Measurable Results

What you can expect...

Powerful Warehouse + Driver Mobile App:

Scan, sort, stage and complete deliveries with real-time updates from any iOS or Android device.

Route-based sorting:

Auto-group consignments for dispatch by zone, carrier, client, or custom logic.

Instant proof of delivery:

Capture ePODs digitally with image and video attachments, and share in real time.

Fast staff onboarding:

Go live and train your teams in days with supported onboarding by logistics experts, and free access to the CartonCloud Academy.

Flexible rate cards:

Automate charges for handling, storage or order-based rules, with automated invoicing.

Multi-site visibility:

Link hubs and view freight movement across your network.

ERP-friendly integrations:

Sync with your existing software using our open API.

One source of truth:

Stop using spreadsheets and whiteboards — CartonCloud centralises it all.

Customer Testimonials

“The importing of the products is so easy. It's just boom and that's in there, like within seconds. We had two warehouses and I needed to go live in our Christchurch one and I did that all by myself without any help. That's just how easy it was.”

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"It now results in a cost saving for the customer as they're able to do the primary admin themselves"

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"It's amazing software that make the life easier and improve our business. To have free Saturday and Sunday, to do whatever you want to do with the family. It's just priceless."

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“The app was very beneficial to the whole process here in terms of putting things away, putting pallets away in their locations, all the way from picking orders to moving items on those orders or wave picking as well”

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"I'm Chloe Fisher, and I'm the director of Sendable. So Sendable is a third-party logistics provider, and we're Australia's first social enterprise 3PL. So we offer pick-pack services to both e-commerce and bulk commodities clients with the hopes of going national."

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"I don't spend any time thinking about my transport or warehouse management system, it means a lot. It's very rewarding."

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“CartonCloud is just amazing. It provided a reduction of 50% in our admin costs the ability for customers to be able to search their own ePOD’s and find out where their freight. It just saves time and money.”

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"They can just go online and do all that stuff. So that minimises our administration of that system, saves them time, saves us time."

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"I would say, no doubt, CartonCloud is the absolute best system. Being able to finish like a normal person at 5:00, we've done all the allocating, we've printed all of the paperwork for the next day."

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"We're saving between 40 and 60 hours a week on admin, but we're doing 30 to 50% more work."

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"When CartonCloud came along and all of sudden it’s doing the run sheets for us and it’s so simple, it's just a matter of entering a number and when it's actually giving me a count, I'm going WOW this is unbelievable"

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"I’ve built a really good relationship with CartonCloud, they really helped us out to establish our warehouse to be that number one warehouse we’ve always wanted it to be, give it a go it’s the best thing you’ll do."

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“There are so many things a system can provide you that you think was possible! That was a crucial part in identifying what we could be doing differently we could be doing better — and letting go of the things that we may not have been doing as productively. Having CartonCloud come on board has been one of the best moves that I could have made, and I don't think we would have won as much business as what we do.”

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"Once I talked to Vincent and his team, the support was here in Australia, they were easy to contact. It was just an easy decision for us. We’re in a position now where we’re able to look at different freight routes now."

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"My experience with CartonCloud is it's a very affordable solution for small business owners. The benefit of CartonCloud is it has the transport system that works with the warehouse system."

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"Really exciting for us. There's no limits to the orders we can do. We know that we can handle large volume. CartonCloud's been really key to that success."

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"CartonCloud is amazing! I would absolutely recommend CartonCloud to anybody looking for a 3pl or WMS system. I really believe in CartonCloud and they have been so helpful for us as we grow our business"

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“Our QLD depot has almost doubled in size. The business as a whole grew 47% last year. We're expanding our footprint, we're expanding our square meters, we're expanding our fleet, expanding into those regional areas”

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“It's very intuitive and user friendly and it makes our jobs a breeze, and I think it would make anyone's job a breeze as well”

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"Having a product like CartonCloud actually allows us to deploy our fulfilment product faster across these markets "

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‍“We’ve actually grown our business in volume over the last three years, but we haven’t had to employ any extra staff. We have made use of what the system offers to us, and in consultation with CartonCloud support teams, we’ve been able to enhance our system.” — Kevin Forte, General Manager Operations, AustraCold

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"So after getting in contact with CartonCloud, we had one of the sales team members, Shaun, get in contact with us. Within a week, we had it fully set up and running. We've put into up to 1,800 cartons a day to so many different locations."

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"The customer simply emails the spreadsheet of what needs to be picked, and it's automatically sent through to CartonCloud, which enables our members to use their iPad's to pick the orders effectively using technology and no paperwork."

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“To take the information out of our current system across was actually a simple process. If you can use a website you can use CartonCloud, it's that easy to use."

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“We’ve had a reduction of 4 full time equivalents in terms of head count, its reduced our overhead by as much as 20 percent and massively improved our accuracy, its been a massive win for us.”

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"When we started on CartonCloud we found that it automatically calculates as you go, which greatly improved our productivity in our invoicing segment"

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Frequently
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Most cross-dock customers go live in days, not months, thanks to mobile-first workflows, rapid setup, and intuitive tools that rotating or seasonal teams can learn quickly.

Industry: Cross-docking

Yes. CartonCloud offers client portals where customers can view live freight status, tracking numbers, proof-of-delivery, and delivery updates — reducing calls and manual follow-ups.

Industry: Cross-docking

Yes. CartonCloud combines WMS and TMS in one platform, linking inbound scanning, staging, run building, dispatch, tracking, and proof-of-delivery — without disconnected systems.

Industry: Cross-docking

Yes. CartonCloud supports multi-site visibility, allowing you to link hubs, track freight across your network, and manage cross-dock flows consistently across locations.

Industry: Cross-docking

Yes. For 3PLs, CartonCloud automatically calculates handling, cross-dock, and transport charges based on real scan events and activity, ensuring every charge is captured accurately.

Industry: Cross-docking

Yes. CartonCloud includes native mobile apps for iOS and Android, allowing dock staff and forklift operators to scan freight on arrival, through sortation, and onto vehicles in real time.

Industry: Cross-docking

Yes. CartonCloud allows you to view inbound consignments before arrival and assign them to outbound routes or runs in advance, reducing dwell time and keeping outbound vehicles moving on schedule.

Industry: Cross-docking

Every pallet or consignment is tracked through barcode scanning and real-time status updates. Clear digital workflows replace paper processes, reducing handling errors, mis-routes, and missing freight.

Industry: Cross-docking

CartonCloud enables pre-arrival allocation, bulk scanning, and mobile workflows so teams can assign freight to outbound runs before trucks arrive, sort immediately on receipt, and load faster with fewer touchpoints.

Industry: Cross-docking

Yes. CartonCloud is built for high-throughput, time-sensitive operations, supporting bulk pallet scanning, rapid sortation, route-ready grouping, and real-time status updates across busy docks.

Industry: Cross-docking

Yes. CartonCloud supports rule-based freight grouping by route, run, customer, or delivery window, helping teams sort faster and load outbound vehicles more efficiently.

Industry: Cross-docking

Cross-docking software helps move freight directly from inbound to outbound with minimal or no storage. CartonCloud supports fast scan-in/out, real-time visibility, route-based sorting, and integrated dispatch so freight turns quickly and dock congestion is reduced.

Industry: Cross-docking

Yes. CartonCloud gives real-time visibility into freight location, status, and movement across inbound, staging, and outbound zones — all from a single system.

Industry: Cross-docking