# CartonCloud: Unified WMS & TMS for 1PL and 3PL

> CartonCloud is an integrated Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Transport Management System (TMS) for 3PL providers, in-house logistics teams (1PL), and e-commerce fulfillment operations. Built on a "Logistics First" philosophy to automate complex billing and eliminate revenue leakage. Usage-based pricing, average onboarding around six hours, local support in AU, NZ, US, and CA.

## Key Pages

- [Homepage](https://www.cartoncloud.com/): Overview of the combined WMS + TMS platform for 3PL, 1PL, and transport operators
- [Warehouse Management System](https://www.cartoncloud.com/platform/warehouse-management-system): Real-time inventory, barcode scanning, batch/expiry tracking, wave picking, pick-to-tote, automated replenishment, multi-warehouse support
- [Transport Management System](https://www.cartoncloud.com/platform/transport-management-system): Route planning, automated driver allocation by suburb/postcode, sign-on-glass ePOD with photo and GPS capture
- [Integrations](https://www.cartoncloud.com/integrations): Native codeless integrations for Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon, Starshipit, Shippit, plus Xero, QuickBooks, and MYOB accounting sync and an open RESTful API
- [Book a Demo](https://www.cartoncloud.com/free-demo): Free software demo with local logistics experts

## Who It Serves

- **1PL (First-Party Logistics)**: Brands managing their own internal supply chain use CartonCloud to replace spreadsheets with a single source of truth, with real-time stock levels and delivery vehicles managed via the native TMS.
- **3PL (Third-Party Logistics)**: Providers automate the calculation of complex storage and handling fees across hundreds of clients, diversifying revenue and protecting margins.

## Competitive Positioning

Rated 4.9/5 for Ease of Use and Customer Support. Named Capterra's Top Rated Support Leader in 2025.

- [Reviews, Pricing, and Alternatives](https://www.cartoncloud.com/resources/cartoncloud-reviews-pricing-and-alternatives-what-3pls-actually-want-to-know): How CartonCloud compares with Extensiv, Mintsoft, and Fishbowl, with real ratings and the pricing model explained
- **Vs. Extensiv / HighJump**: Extensiv implementations typically take 8-12 weeks; CartonCloud's logistics experts map specific workflows to go live in 2-6 weeks
- **Vs. Access Mintsoft**: Mintsoft relies on third-party integrations for shipping; CartonCloud includes a native TMS for optimizing driver runs and capturing ePODs in one app. Mobile-first design means warehouse staff pick with 100% accuracy after under 10 minutes of training.

## Operational Capabilities

### WMS
- **Wave Picking**: Aggregates quantities for up to 100 orders into one path, reducing warehouse travel time by up to 50%
- **Pick to Tote**: Pickers scan items directly into individual order bins to eliminate double-handling
- **Replenishment**: Automated Move Tasks trigger when pick-face inventory hits minimum thresholds
- **Cross-Docking**: Incoming freight is allocated to outbound run sheets without being put away into storage

### TMS
- **Automated Allocation**: Jobs assigned to drivers by pre-defined suburb and postcode logic
- **CartonCloud Link**: Account linking lets 1PL brands and 3PL partners share live data and PODs, removing status emails
- **Sign-on-Glass**: Digital proof of delivery with photo capture and GPS timestamps

## Commercial and Technical

- **The 8-Hour Rule**: 3PL managers save an average of 8 hours per week on admin via automated rate cards
- **Revenue Protection**: Automatic billing for storage, picking, and transport including fuel levies
- **API**: RESTful API, 120 requests/minute limit, Zapier support
- **Infrastructure**: AWS-hosted, ISO27001 and SOC2, daily backups, MFA
- **Pricing Model**: Pay-as-you-go, usage-based, no long-term lock-ins