SAP TM
Transportation Management
9/9/2025
Vaibhav Shah – SAP Consultant
IInfosys LTD
Slide 1: SAP Transpiration Management by Vaibhav shah
SAP Transportation Management (SAP TM)
An Overview for Learning and Implementation
Slide 2: Introduction to SAP TM
Comprehensive transportation logistics solution by SAP
Integrates fleet and logistics management across networks
Reduces transportation complexity and costs
Supports real-time visibility and operational efficiency
Slide 3: Business Usage of SAP TM (Vertical-wise)
Retail & Consumer Goods: Streamlined delivery, reverse logistics, last-mile optimization
Manufacturing & Distribution: Coordinated inbound/outbound logistics
Automotive: Real-time transport planning updates
Pharmaceuticals: Compliance and shipment tracking
3PL Providers: Multi-client transport management
Slide 4: Key Benefits of SAP TM for Supply Chain Efficiency
Real-time visibility & control
Optimized transportation planning
Cost reduction via load consolidation and route optimization
Improved customer service and on-time delivery
Enhanced operational efficiency and resource utilization
Better collaboration across supply chain partners
Supports sustainability goals
Slide 5: How SAP TM Improves Real-Time Transportation Visibility
Up-to-date shipment tracking over multiple transport modes
Integration with carriers and visibility providers
Centralized platform accessible to all stakeholders
Automatic alerts for exceptions and delays
Integration with SAP Global Track and Trace
Improved operational coordination and customer communication
Slide 6: Main Features of SAP TM
Transportation Planning & Optimization
Freight Order Management
Real-Time Shipment Tracking
Strategic Freight Management
Transportation Execution & Monitoring
Analytics & Reporting
Integration with SAP ERP, EWM, and more
Document Management
Multi-Modal Transport Support
Collaboration & Communication
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Slide 7: SAP TM Process Overview
Order creation and transportation requirement generation
Route planning with manual or automatic optimization
Carrier selection and tendering
Execution monitoring and transport tracking
Freight settlement and billing
Reporting and performance analysis
Slide 8: SAP TM Integration and Extensions
Integration with SAP ERP, Extended Warehouse Management (EWM), Event Management
(EM)
Connection to external carriers and freight forwarders
Support for regulatory compliance and documentation
Enhanced visibility with SAP Global Track and Trace
Slide 9: Real-Time Scenario Example in SAP TM
A manufacturer receives a large order and uses SAP TM to plan transportation
The system automatically optimizes shipment routes and assigns carriers
Shipments are tracked in real-time across transport modes using GPS integrations
Alerts notify logistics managers of delays or exceptions immediately
Warehouse teams prepare for timely unloading based on real-time updates
Customers receive accurate delivery time estimations via integrated communication
Slide 10: Summary
SAP TM streamlines transportation logistics for multiple industries
Improves supply chain visibility and cost control
Provides advanced planning, execution, and analytics
Enables better customer service and sustainability efforts
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