Zeus Command FAQ: Your Questions Answered

No, Zeus Command is not a Transport Management System, but it is a complementary to it. It helps you connect every link in your supply chain—from warehouses and carriers to inventory and ERP—so they all work together. 

The software plugs into your existing systems and collects all your data in a centralised data lake. This unified data source gives instant access to real-time, high-quality information across your logistics network. 

Using this data, Zeus Command gives you the power to optimise every aspect of your logistics operations. You can streamline your supply chain to  save time, money and resources. 

Command AI is one of the core modules within the Zeus Command platform, specifically designed to elevate supply chain optimisation to the next level. 

Powered by advanced NVIDIA technology, Command AI leverages a library of over 4,000 pre-trained AI models to analyse and unlock the potential of your data lake.

This cutting-edge module enables you to simulate, test, and refine strategies with exceptional accuracy, while providing predictive insights with unparalleled precision. It’s the ultimate tool for businesses aiming to make data-driven decisions and achieve optimal efficiency in their supply chain operations.

Yes, Zeus Command can absolutely be customised to suit your unique business requirements.

While Command already offers a comprehensive suite of over 10 plug-and-play modules—such as Forecasting, Command AI, Load Management, Slot Management, Live Loads Tracking, Marketplace, Driver App, Haulier App, Contracts, and Circles etc. — our solution is designed with flexibility at its core.

We understand that every business has distinct needs, and our team is equipped to tailor the platform to align perfectly with your workflows, goals, and operational challenges. Whether that involves fine-tuning existing functionalities, developing bespoke features, or integrating with your current systems — to ensure it aligns seamlessly with your business objectives.

We’re committed to delivering a solution that not only meets your expectations but also enhances your operational efficiency and scalability.

Yes, Zeus Command includes comprehensive analytics and reporting tools designed to support performance tracking and strategic decision-making. These tools offer a variety of detailed reports, such as:

• Loads Weekly Overview Report: Provides insights into the total number of loads, contracted vs. spot loads (with total values), extra charges (with associated values), load statuses, and the usage of delivery slots.
• Forecasting Report: Offers predictions on anticipated loads based on the order wallet and compares these to available delivery slots. This report integrates with Command AI to deliver actionable suggestions for consolidating loads and optimising routes.
• Downloadable Reports: Includes data dumps for detailed analysis, such as slot overview reports, loads within specific periods, and performance data over defined intervals.

These tools empower businesses to monitor operations effectively, identify improvement areas, and optimise performance using data-driven insights.

Yes, Zeus Command integrates seamlessly with a wide range of systems, enhancing automation and streamlining operations across various business functions. 

It works effectively with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems to manage core business processes, TMS (Transport Management Systems) for optimising logistics and transportation, and WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) for efficient inventory and warehouse management. Additionally, it integrates with SPP (Sales and Production Planning) systems to support demand forecasting and production scheduling, as well as FAS (Financial Accounting Systems) to ensure accurate financial management and reporting. These integrations enable businesses to optimise workflows and improve overall efficiency.

Zeus Command AI is designed with a strong focus on reliability to support critical operations. It achieves this through:

1. Advanced Technology: Built on state-of-the-art NVIDIA AI models and robust frameworks, Command AI delivers accurate and dependable insights to drive decision-making.
2. Data Integration: The platform integrates seamlessly with your existing systems and data sources, ensuring consistency and accuracy across all operations.
3. Real-Time Processing: Command AI provides real-time analytics and predictive capabilities, enabling swift responses to dynamic scenarios.
4. Scalability and Redundancy: The system is engineered for scalability and incorporates redundancy measures to minimise downtime and maintain continuous operation.
5. Continuous Monitoring and Updates: Ongoing system monitoring and updates ensure the platform remains aligned with the latest technological advancements and operational requirements.

That said, while Command AI significantly enhances operational efficiency, it’s important to keep in mind that no system can account for every variable. Periodic oversight and validation from your team are essential to ensure optimal performance and alignment with business goals.

With Zeus Command, you will be able to maximise the return on your contracted transport spend. Reducing over reliance on the spot market to meet demand.

Zeus Command enables improved management and automation of collection and delivery slots, matched to transport availability, warehouse bays, and importantly, ensuring you deliver to your customers’ required delivery slots first time, every time. With the Zeus Driver app (which is made free to all of your carriers), drivers receive the full load details, pickup slots, locations, and extra details (e.g. “PPE must be worn at all times at delivery site”) plus standard early-pickup windows (which can be set to the times you are happy with, 30 minutes, 1 hour, etc) and industry-leading HGV / LGV routing suggestions.

The slot scheduler already allows multiple locations and as many warehouse bays per location as you need. This ensures that the drivers know exactly where to go, and which times are acceptable. If they arrive too early, this is tracked. Freight Command ensures transparent communications between all parties and supports any demurrage charges and reconciliation.

Yes, this is absolutely one of the core strengths of Command. Once set-up, it can fully automate your deliveries, zero touch, and there are feedback steps and auto alerts, so your team only needs to intervene when a certain trigger is activated.

All of the automations and algorithms can be customised to the level you need and Command can even be set-up with fall-back criteria. Even if a contracted carrier fails you, freight forwarders or Zeus’s extensive networked fleet and intermodal providers can be added with specific criteria via the Circles feature and can automatically pick up the slack, with automated prices negotiated via the Dynamic Pricing Matrix.

As an example, Apollo Tyres handled deliveries, often with short order lead times, to over 8,000 European clients: coordinating inventory from overseas and local hubs and factories. Zeus Command has enabled them to largely automate their order-to-delivery process, freeing up the team’s resources to focus fully on customer and internal stakeholder coordination. Service levels in terms of Delivery on Time have risen due to Zeus’s end-to-end slot management, visibility and tracking. In addition the service levels of their in-house transport team have also materially increased. This resulted in 20% increase in customer service level.