--- description: Review of LIVE Connect Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice New Zealand. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: LIVE Connect | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice NZ --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Freight Management Software](/directory/567/freight-broker-software/software) > [LIVE Connect](/software/278029/freight-management-solution) # LIVE Connect Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/278029/freight-management-solution Page: 1 / 2\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/278029/freight-management-solution?page=2) > Banyan Technology is the leader in over-the-road (OTR) shipping software, delivering advanced freight management solutions that enhance efficiency, reduce costs and improve visibility. Our LIVE Connect® platform provides real-time rating and execution for Less-Than-Truckload (LTL), Truckload (TL), Local Carrier and Parcel shipping from a single, easy-to-use interface. With more carrier connections than any other provider, LIVE Connect expands market coverage across North America, giving businesses greater flexibility when booking loads. The platform automates freight execution, ensuring instant access to real-time data, predictive analytics and AI-powered insights to improve decision-making and streamline operations. By integrating seamlessly with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) or functioning as a standalone solution, LIVE Connect adapts to fit specific business needs while enhancing connectivity across the supply chain. Businesses benefit from a range of features that simplify and optimize freight management. Multi-mode rating and execution allow users to compare rates and execute shipments for TL, LTL, Parcel and Final Mile in one place. Real-time carrier connectivity provides automated access to major carriers and brokers while AI and BI-driven intelligence optimize carrier selection and reduce costs. AI Predictive Pricing enables dynamic rate comparisons for Truckload shipments, helping businesses secure the best rates based on market conditions. Advanced freight visibility ensures real-time tracking for better supply chain transparency while comprehensive risk management tools help businesses identify and mitigate potential disruptions. Parcel Savings+ provides Shippers with exclusive discounts, helping them lower parcel costs without compromising service levels. Automated freight bill auditing detects discrepancies before they impact the bottom line while load analysis tools optimize freight planning and improve operational efficiency. LIVE Connect also features an advanced Business Intelligence (BI) Suite, equipping users with real-time analytics, carrier performance dashboards and reporting tools to turn data into actionable insights. Users can analyze shipping patterns, identify cost-saving opportunities and improve carrier relationships. Additionally, load analysis tools enable businesses to assess freight trends, optimize load consolidation and maximize efficiency across all shipping modes. Banyan’s strategic partnerships and integrations further enhance the platform’s capabilities by connecting users with industry-leading technologies and service providers. Through integrations with visibility platforms, insurance providers and risk management solutions, clients gain greater control over their shipments while proactively mitigating risks. Partnerships with leading TMS providers, third-party logistics (3PL) firms and supply chain technology companies allow businesses to expand their operational capabilities and create a more seamless freight execution process. At Banyan, technology evolves alongside the businesses that rely on it. LIVE Connect is continuously enhanced based on client feedback, allowing users to help shape new platform features that address industry challenges. As a recognized leader in freight technology, Banyan Technology has earned Top 100 rankings from Inbound Logistics and FreightWaves, demonstrating a commitment to innovation and delivering value to Shippers, 3PLs and supply chain partners. > > Verdict: Rated **4.6/5** by 8 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.6/5** | 8 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Banyan Technology - **Founded**: 2001 ## Commercial Context - **Pricing model**: Other - **Target Audience**: 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Canada, Mexico, United States ## Features - 3PL Management - API - Accounting - Activity Dashboard - Activity Tracking - Alerts/Notifications - Audit Management - Automated Scheduling - Barcode/Ticket Scanning - Billing & Invoicing - Bills of Lading - Carrier Management - Customer Database - Customer Management - Customer Portal - Customisable Branding - Customisable Reports - Data Import/Export - Delivery Tracking - Dispatch Management ## Integrations (14 total) - BrokerPro Software - Descartes Aljex - Dynamics 365 Business Central - Etrac - Greenscreens.ai - Infios Transportation Management System - JASCI - NetSuite - ProShip - Revenova TMS - ShipHawk - Transfix TMS - Trucker Tools - Warp ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) ## Category - [Freight Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/567/freight-broker-software/software) ## Related Categories - [Freight Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/567/freight-broker-software/software) - [Logistics Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/406/logistics/software) - [Supply Chain Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4250/scm/software) - [Shipping Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/531/shipping/software) - [Transportation Management Systems](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/252/transportation-management-software/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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The team was great to work with and very helpful. > > **Cons**: It would be great to digitally negotiate with carriers on the platform. ----- ### "We love Banyan" — 5.0/5 > **Bill** | *3 July 2023* | Logistics & Supply Chain | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: We have had a great experience introducing Banyan's load file connectivity to customers for daily LTL scheduling. It simplifies routing, pricing, tracking and reporting. Most of our customers do not have technical support teams, but Banyan's technicians walked them through set-up and made integration easy. > > **Cons**: We are a small player, with just two full-time employees. We are primarily an LTL provider for small to mid-sized shippers. We are being asked to move more TL each year, and look forward to being able to utilize your planned Trucker Tools roll-out. > > It has been great. Our biggest challenge is getting our customer base to utilize more of Banyan's offerings. Banyan allows us to compete with the big players in the industry. ----- ### "A TMS with a lack of service and Utilities" — 4.0/5 > **Simon** | *26 July 2018* | Transportation/Trucking/Railroad | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: It did it's work. Worked just fine, our company use it for at least 4 years, so we cannot say it does not work. API linkage and all basics for a TMS > > **Cons**: Service was not that good, no customization, or in a regrattable level Bugs, lot of them, and system went down in most critics times > > Dispatching and tendering loads, quick, but customization and features were too basic ----- ### "TMCO/Andy" — 4.0/5 > **Anthony** | *28 June 2023* | Transportation/Trucking/Railroad | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Both API and EDI capabilities. Retrieval of document imaging an "Add Document" along with notes. Our ability to manage invoice flow and reduce paper with note files and status update options.From a larger scope, the ability to link Parcel, LTL and other modes of transportation. This coupled with ERP and ability to comply with our user's systems is very beneficial and progressive.. > > **Cons**: FB Management and ability to pull accurate reporting as related to accounting invoice batch outs. All other items such as auto approvals, and EDI/API live feeds from carriers are excellent. Still in re-write process, but some of the reporting issue may be resolved by Manual Entry update (specific to TMCO) due 8/9/23 roll out.Suggest Bill of Lading Default set ups be saved by user log-in and not by company. > > Has been enjoyable and BAN staff always willing to help. Some communication issues as to what was assumed by us/TMCO and actual product results and applications. Mostly on the FB Management side and reporting updates. ----- ### "Banyan and our LTL product" — 4.0/5 > **Thomas** | *7 July 2023* | Logistics & Supply Chain | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: Simultaneous LTL carrier API quotes allow us to select carriers and book shipments with them in an efficient and seamless process. It's simply a matter of picking the carrier and then sending an electronic tender to schedule the pick up. > > **Cons**: The JIRA Help Ticket process can be cumbersome at times due to responses not including previous message threads. ----- Page: 1 / 2\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/278029/freight-management-solution?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/278029/freight-management-solution) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | ----- ## Structured Data