Turvo
Transportation management systems (TMS)
Inventory control software
Distribution software
Inventory management software
- Features
- Ease of use
- Ease of management
- Quality of support
- Affordability
- Market presence
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$5,000 per month
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Small
Medium
Large
- Transportation and logistics
- Retail and wholesale
- Healthcare and life sciences
What is Turvo
Turvo is a cloud-based transportation management system focused on planning, executing, and tracking freight movements across shippers, brokers, carriers, and 3PLs. It supports dispatch, load and order management, real-time shipment visibility, and collaboration workflows across multiple parties. The product emphasizes a shared, network-style operating model with role-based access for external partners and mobile access for drivers and field users. It is typically used by logistics service providers and shipper transportation teams that need a single system of record for day-to-day transportation execution.
Multi-party collaboration workflows
Turvo is designed around shared workflows that connect internal teams with external carriers, customers, and partners in the same environment. Role-based access and shared milestones help reduce reliance on email and spreadsheets for execution updates. This approach fits organizations that coordinate frequent handoffs across multiple parties. It also supports operational transparency without requiring every participant to use the same back-office system.
Execution-to-visibility in one system
The platform combines core TMS execution (orders, loads, dispatch) with shipment tracking and status management. This reduces the need to stitch together separate tools for planning/dispatch and visibility for many mid-market use cases. Centralized event and document handling can improve auditability for transportation operations. It is particularly relevant for teams managing high shipment volumes with frequent exceptions.
Mobile support for field users
Turvo provides mobile access intended for drivers and on-the-go operations staff to update statuses and manage tasks. Mobile workflows can shorten the time between an on-road event and an operational response. This is useful for organizations that depend on timely pickup/delivery confirmations and exception reporting. It also supports broader adoption beyond office-based dispatch roles.
Not an inventory-first system
Although it can support logistics processes that touch inventory and distribution, Turvo’s core design centers on transportation execution. Companies needing deep warehouse management, inventory valuation, or complex inventory controls typically require a dedicated inventory/WMS/ERP system alongside it. Inventory features may be limited to what is needed for transportation planning and order fulfillment coordination. Buyers should validate inventory-specific requirements against their operational needs.
Integration effort varies by stack
Connecting a TMS to ERP, WMS, EDI/API partners, and telematics often requires implementation work that depends on the existing application landscape. Data mapping for orders, stops, charges, and status events can be non-trivial, especially with multiple customers and carrier partners. Organizations with heterogeneous partner ecosystems should plan for onboarding and ongoing integration maintenance. This can affect time-to-value compared with simpler, single-tenant setups.
Advanced optimization may be limited
Some transportation teams require sophisticated optimization (e.g., complex multi-leg planning, constrained fleet routing, or highly customized rating logic). Depending on the scenario, Turvo may require configuration, process changes, or complementary tools to meet advanced planning needs. Buyers should test representative lanes, rating rules, and exception scenarios during evaluation. This is especially important for operations with specialized equipment, strict constraints, or complex accessorial structures.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Turvo TMS ("Plan, Execute and Settle Freight") | Starts at $5,000 per month | Dedicated Onboarding Manager; Virtual Training; Data Migration; Support Center; Turvo Community & Academy. Source: Turvo pricing page. |
| Collaboration & Visibility Across the Supply Chain (Enterprise) | Available upon request (custom pricing) | Includes Dedicated Onboarding Manager, Virtual Training, Data Migration, Support Center, Turvo Community & Academy, Dedicated Customer Success Manager, Quarterly Business Reviews. Pricing: "Available Upon Request" on official site. |
Seller details
Turvo, Inc.
Redwood City, CA, USA
2014
Private
https://turvo.com/
https://x.com/turvoinc
https://www.linkedin.com/company/turvo/
