--- title: ShipperGuide TMS Planning & Optimization description: Optimize your freight with ShipperGuide’s Planning & Optimization tools. Compare modes, benchmark rates, run rules-based and AI-driven scenarios, consolidate loads, and drive smarter, faster shipping—cut spend, reduce delays, and boost carrier performance. --- [![ShipperGuide-Logo](https://lp.shipperguide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ShipperGuide-Logo.png?width=450&height=60&name=ShipperGuide-Logo.png "ShipperGuide-Logo")](https://shipperguide.com/) [![ShipperGuide-Logo](https://lp.shipperguide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ShipperGuide-Logo.png?width=450&height=60&name=ShipperGuide-Logo.png "ShipperGuide-Logo")](https://shipperguide.com/) [Sign In](https://app.shipper.guide/login?utm_param=direct) [Sign In](https://app.shipper.guide/login?utm_param=direct) [Sign In](https://app.shipper.guide/login) # Find the Best Mode for  # Every Shipment.  ### Cut  wasted  spend, reduce  delays, and  improve carrier  performance . ### Benchmark rates, compare modes, and automate routing with ease with ShipperGuide’s  Planning  & Optimization tools. ###        15% Cost Reduction ###        Eliminate 8+ Hours of Daily Manual Work ![Untitled design (3)](https://lp.shipperguide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(3).png?width=1190&height=240&name=Untitled%20design%20(3).png) ### **Let's Start Planning Better, Together!** ![cabot](https://lp.shipperguide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Shipperguide%20clients/cabot.png?width=300&height=100&name=cabot.png) ![64745767-0-scotts-miracle-icon](https://lp.shipperguide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Shipperguide%20clients/64745767-0-scotts-miracle-icon.png?width=417&height=64&name=64745767-0-scotts-miracle-icon.png) ![64745771-0-backyard-icon](https://lp.shipperguide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Shipperguide%20clients/64745771-0-backyard-icon.png?width=283&height=100&name=64745771-0-backyard-icon.png) ![steele solutions](https://lp.shipperguide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/steele%20solutions.jpeg?width=1199&height=354&name=steele%20solutions.jpeg) ![Screenshot 2025-08-07 at 4.31.52 PM](https://lp.shipperguide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-08-07%20at%204.31.52%20PM.png?width=908&height=226&name=Screenshot%202025-08-07%20at%204.31.52%20PM.png) ## Smart Planning. Faster Shipping. Bigger Savings. ##### Plan, Optimize, Save. ![Screenshot 2025-08-11 at 3.54.55 PM](https://lp.shipperguide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-08-11%20at%203.54.55%20PM.png?width=1492&height=1042&name=Screenshot%202025-08-11%20at%203.54.55%20PM.png) #### Mode Optimization Quickly evaluate FTL, LTL, Intermodal, and PTL options to choose the mode that balances cost and service for your shipments. ![Screenshot 2025-08-11 at 3.55.12 PM](https://lp.shipperguide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-08-11%20at%203.55.12%20PM.png?width=1506&height=1054&name=Screenshot%202025-08-11%20at%203.55.12%20PM.png) #### Scenario Planning Experiment with different constraints, re-run scenarios, and compare results. Find the balance between cost, service, and efficiency before committing shipments. ![Screenshot 2025-08-11 at 3.56.12 PM](https://lp.shipperguide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-08-11%20at%203.56.12%20PM.png?width=1446&height=1008&name=Screenshot%202025-08-11%20at%203.56.12%20PM.png) #### Real-Time Benchmarking Instantly compare your freight spend to market benchmarks and carrier performance data to avoid overspending. ![Screenshot 2025-08-11 at 3.55.49 PM](https://lp.shipperguide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-08-11%20at%203.55.49%20PM.png?width=1492&height=986&name=Screenshot%202025-08-11%20at%203.55.49%20PM.png) #### Rule-Based Planning Define rules by weight, volume, or product piece count, and let ShipperGuide build shipment plans for you. Eliminate manual guesswork and free your team to focus on exceptions. ![Screenshot 2025-08-19 at 8.49.20 PM](https://lp.shipperguide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-08-19%20at%208.49.20%20PM.png?width=1288&height=978&name=Screenshot%202025-08-19%20at%208.49.20%20PM.png) #### Optimized Load Planning Consolidate shipments for better utilization and execute confidently with plans built on real constraints. ![Screenshot 2025-08-19 at 9.01.04 PM](https://lp.shipperguide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-08-19%20at%209.01.04%20PM.png?width=1294&height=784&name=Screenshot%202025-08-19%20at%209.01.04%20PM.png) #### AI Driven Planning Strategy Instantly simulate different planning strategies on your historical data, such as varying consolidation windows or multi-stop rules, to see the real impact on cost and service before making big changes live. --- --- #### About Loadsmart Loadsmart is on a mission to transform the future of freight. We combine cutting edge technology with deep industry expertise to fundamentally change how freight is priced, booked and shipped. 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