Descartes

by Descartes Systems · Waterloo, Canada · Since 1981

Logistics technology.

Starting price: On request; Ask for a quote
Free trial / plan: Not advertised
Deployment: Cloud; Web
App Advisor rating: 4.0; transparency & India fit

What is Descartes?

Descartes is logistics & supply chain platforms from Descartes Systems, based in Waterloo, Canada and has been building software since 1981. Logistics technology.

Logistics and supply chain platforms cover freight marketplaces, shipment visibility, demand and inventory planning, distributor management (DMS) and B2B ordering apps for brands and FMCG distributors. Indian startups are unusually strong in this category.

Pricing is quoted per organisation, so ask the vendor for a proposal that matches your size.

What works well

+45 years in business — a mature, stable product

What to watch out for

−Pricing is not published — expect a sales conversation before you see costs
−No permanently free plan
−Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit

Best suited for: Mid-market · Enterprise

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Descartes features

As listed on Descartes's official website.

Integrated EDI
Web EDI
Global E-Invoicing
Peppol
Integration Partners
Become a Partner
Forwarder TMS
Shipment Management
Foreign Trade Zone Management
Customs Compliance
Global Price Management
Accounting & Billing

Descartes pricing

Entry price

On request

Quoted per organisation after a discovery call

How Descartes charges. Descartes Systems prices per organisation based on users, modules and implementation scope. Ask for a quote that includes onboarding, training and annual increases.

Read from the vendor's official website. Prices change — confirm on descartes.com.

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Specifications

Category: Logistics & supply chain platforms
Vendor: Descartes Systems
Headquarters: Waterloo, Canada
Founded: 1981
Pricing model: Quote-based
Starting price: On request
Deployment: Cloud
Platforms: Web
Best for: Mid-market, Enterprise
Made in India: No

From $0.13/order billed yearly (USD, indicative)

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Descartes — frequently asked questions

Where is the Descartes login page?+

Descartes's login is at https://www.descartes.com/login-register, linked from its official website.

How much does Descartes cost?+

Descartes publishes its plans at https://www.descartes.com/solutions/broker-and-forwarder-enterprise-systems/global-price-management . Check that page for current prices, as plans change.

What is Descartes?+

Descartes is logistics & supply chain platforms by Descartes Systems. Logistics technology.

How much does Descartes cost?+

Descartes is priced on request. Request a demo through App Advisor and we will ask the vendor for a written quote.

Does Descartes offer a free trial or free plan?+

Descartes does not advertise a free plan; ask the vendor for a trial or a guided demo.

Is Descartes made in India?+

No. Descartes is developed by Descartes Systems in Waterloo, Canada.

Who is Descartes best suited for?+

Descartes suits mid-market, enterprise buyers looking for logistics & supply chain platforms.

What are the best alternatives to Descartes?+

Popular alternatives in logistics & supply chain platforms include Cogoport, Fieldproxy, Bizom. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.

How is Descartes deployed?+

Descartes is available as a cloud (SaaS) product, with web access.