How Infor Nexus Network TMS with QAD Precision parcel connects to Infor M3 (with Infor Nexus)
Multi-carrier parcel execution embedded in Infor Nexus
Parcel rating, labels and carrier execution are part of the Nexus TMS through QAD Precision rather than a separate add-on. Infor's announcement does not document the ERP connection, so confirm how shipments and orders flow from your ERP with Infor.
Order and shipment exchange with the ERP
In general a TMS needs delivery or shipment data from the ERP and returns carrier, cost and tracking. For M3 this commonly means ION-based or API-based exchange, but this is a general pattern, not a documented M3 specification.
What data moves
| From | To | Data | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infor ERP (for example M3) | Infor Nexus TMS | Shipment or delivery requests | Delivery released |
| Infor Nexus TMS | Carrier | Rate, booking and parcel label request | Carrier selected |
| Infor Nexus TMS | Infor ERP | Carrier, tracking and freight cost | Shipment executed |
| Carrier | Infor Nexus TMS | Tracking events | Carrier status update |
Setting it up
- 1Define freight scopeIdentify whether you need parcel, truckload, ocean or air, as the TMS is wider than parcel shipping.
- 2Confirm ERP integration routeAsk Infor how your ERP connects to Nexus TMS and who delivers it.
- 3Prepare ERP shipping dataEnsure addresses, weights, dimensions and incoterms are accurate in the ERP.
- 4Load carriers and contractsConfigure carrier accounts, rate agreements and service levels.
- 5Define routing rulesSet rules for mode and carrier selection by lane, weight and service.
- 6Pilot with one lane or siteCompare freight cost and tracking against current practice before wider rollout.
What usually breaks
- !Buying a global TMS when parcel shipping software would meet the need.
- !Item master data with no weight or dimensions, causing poor rating.
- !Carrier contracts not loaded correctly, so quoted rates differ from invoices.
- !Tracking events not linked back to ERP orders for customer service.
- !Assuming ERP integration is included without a written scope.
- !Cloud network dependency not reviewed against site data policies.
A private AI layer across both systems
Freight cost analysis
A private assistant reading TMS shipments and ERP orders can explain where freight cost rose, by lane and carrier, read-only.
Late shipment triage
Combine tracking events with ERP promised dates to list orders likely to miss, with a draft customer message for approval.
Master data gap detection
List items and addresses likely to cause rating failures before they ship.
Plain-language shipment questions
Let customer service ask where an order is and get one answer from both systems.
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When something else fits better
- Multi-carrier parcel software such as ProcessWeaver if your need is parcel labels and manifests.
- ERP-native shipping features with carrier integrations for simple distribution.
- A TMS from another vendor if you do not use the Infor Nexus network.
Frequently asked questions
Is Nexus TMS the same as a parcel tool?
No. Infor Nexus Network TMS is a broader transportation management product on the Nexus network. Parcel execution through QAD Precision was added to it, so it covers parcel inside a wider freight scope.
Does it work with M3?
Infor positions it for use with its ERPs, but the announcement does not describe the M3 connection. Ask Infor for the integration design and responsibilities for your M3 version before planning.
Can I use it with on-premises M3?
Nexus is a cloud network, so on-premises M3 would exchange shipment data with it across your boundary. Check the network path and data handling with your security team.
What does QAD Precision add?
Infor says it adds multi-carrier parcel execution to Nexus TMS, meaning rating, labels and carrier choice for parcels.
Pairing documented at www.ajot.com/news/infor-announces-global-transportation-management-software-now- . Infor Nexus Network TMS with QAD Precision parcel is a product of Infor / QAD Precision; Netray is independent and not affiliated with either vendor.