Power BI Dashboards for Shipping Intelligence
What Is Business Intelligence in Shipping?
Business Intelligence (BI) is more than a buzzword. It's the key to unlocking better shipping outcomes. In logistics, BI tools help teams use data to improve performance, reduce costs, and streamline operations.
At Translogistics (TLI), we use Business Intelligence to turn freight data into clear, actionable insights. Our TMS software, ViewPoint TMS, collects real-time logistics data. That data then powers smart decisions in your supply chain.
We also integrate into Microsoft Power BI. That means you can track KPIs, build custom dashboards, and create shipping scorecards that actually guide data-driven decision making—not just display numbers.
Smarter Shipping
Visibility in your supply chain.
Business Intelligence helps you stop guessing. With data in one place, decisions get faster and smarter. See what’s working. See what’s not. Then act with confidence.

Want to reduce shipping delays? Use your dashboard to spot bottlenecks. Need to save money? Compare carrier rates over time. The insights are clear, quick, and useful.
At TLI, we make it easy to track what matters. From carrier performance to route optimization, your Power BI dashboard helps your team respond, adapt, and lead.
Better Visibility Across Your Network
Take control of your inbound freight.
You can’t fix what you can’t see. With BI tools, you gain full visibility into your shipping network. Every lane. Every carrier. Every invoice. Right there in front of you.
TLI’s ViewPoint TMS feeds live data into your Power BI dashboard. This gives you up-to-date info on every shipment, from pickup to delivery. No more waiting for reports.

Real-time visibility also helps your customer service team. They can answer questions faster, track problems sooner, and deliver better support overall.
Data brings accountability. With BI tools, you can measure carrier performance clearly. No more "he said, she said" around service issues or delays. TLI helps you track carrier scorecards inside your Power BI dashboard. Compare vendors by on-time rate, claims, and cost. Use this data to renegotiate or reassign loads.
This isn’t just about oversight. It’s about building stronger partnerships with your key vendors. When everyone has the same data, everyone can improve together.
TLI’s ViewPoint TMS connects directly to Microsoft Power BI. You can view your entire shipping operation from one dashboard. Want to see late shipments? Top carriers? Cost trends? It's all there—updated live.
No technical team? No problem. We do the heavy lifting on setup. You get a clean Power BI dashboard for shipping right away. With real-time data feeds, the charts update automatically. It’s data-driven decision-making made easy.
We also help you connect other systems like ERP or WMS. That means you don’t need to juggle multiple tools. You get one clean interface, powered by BI tools that work for logistics—not against it.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) matter—but only if you use them. With Power BI and TLI’s data integration, your team gets custom scorecards for logistics.
Want to track on-time performance? Set that as a KPI. Looking to reduce costs per shipment? Build that into your dashboard. You can visualize what matters most to your business. TLI helps you define the right metrics. Then we turn those into simple scorecards. Your team always knows where things stand—and where to improve.
Shipping System
Shipping can get expensive fast. But with Business Intelligence, you can take control. Use your data to find waste, compare options, and plan smarter routes. TLI’s TMS provides freight analytics you can trust. Pair that with Power BI, and you’ll see clear cost breakdowns across lanes and vendors. No guesswork. Just real savings.
Better yet, you can reduce costly last-minute shipments. Plan ahead with better data and avoid surprise fees. Every dollar saved goes straight to your bottom line. In addition, TLI's managed logistics service offering also equips you with the following value-added services:
Mode Optimization Service
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Tracking FreightList Item 1
ViewPoint provides a proprietary internal system and process for ensuring accurate and timely updates of shipments through delivery, even in the absence of EDI automatic updates.
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POD ArchiveList Item 2
The system automatically records important logistics documentation, enabling you to actively harvest and store all documents for 5 years.
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Invoice AnalysisList Item 3
Comprehensive analysis tools to provide full visibility to detailed and "scrubbed" shipment history, allowing users to make strong, informed business decisions.
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Instant Freight Rates
ViewPoint's intuitive scheduling module with quick rating capabilities allows users to easily and quickly get rates and schedule shipments based on managed carrier contract rates.
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Transportation Data
The system delivers a host of meaningful reports, including an Invoice Recovery Report, Carrier performance Report, Least Cost Provider Report, Cost Containment Report, Distribution Optimization Report, and Vendor Non-Compliant Report.
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Inbound Routing
Take control of your inbound freight - without micro-managing vendors.
Vendors will receive their own log in credentials to route freight consistent to your freight program.
Bonus: 3 Extra BI Benefits for Shippers
1. Automated Reporting
Set it and forget it. BI dashboards pull live data, so reports are always current. No more manual updates or Excel headaches.
2. Easier Collaboration
With centralized dashboards, your team stays aligned. Sales, logistics, and finance all see the same numbers—and can act as one.
3. Faster Scaling
As your shipping volume grows, so does your need for insight. BI tools grow with you. They keep your operations agile and scalable.
4. Top Rated Partner
TLI makes it easy. TLI is the top rated 3PL on Google with over 321 verified 5-star reviews. Our ViewPoint TMS integrates with Microsoft Power BI to give you real-time dashboards, scorecards, and powerful logistics insights. Whether you're managing a few shipments or thousands, our BI solutions put you in control. Clients range from growing mid-sized businesses to large publically traded companies - we surely have the solution you are looking for.