Summary
A leading U.S. logistics and supply chain provider partnered with Sonata Software to accelerate digital transformation across enterprise systems, fleet operations, and analytics. Through cloud modernization, intelligent automation, and integrated cybersecurity, Sonata helped the client unify operations, enhance end-to-end visibility, and scale seamlessly across a nationwide logistics network.
Customer overview
The client is a $1.4 billion, technology-driven logistics and transportation company headquartered in Reno, Nevada. It operates more than 3,400 trailers across ports, rail hubs, and inland distribution centers, offering drayage, dedicated fleet management, warehousing, and omnichannel fulfillment. With a strong focus on innovation, the client uses a proprietary engagement platform to deliver real-time shipment visibility and an enhanced customer experience.
Pressure points
Fragmented systems created inefficiencies and redundant data across core applications
Limited real-time visibility into fleet and shipment data increased demurrage and detention costs
Cybersecurity capabilities needed to scale with expanding digital operations
Cybersecurity capabilities needed to scale with expanding digital operations
Manual processes slowed reporting, decision-making, and response times
Constrained analytics restricted predictive insights and optimization
Solution highlights
Sonata Software served as the client’s exclusive digital transformation and data engineering Solution partner, modernizing the landscape across applications, middleware, cloud, and data.
Application modernization and middleware transformation Migrated core systems (bc, crm, and tai middleware) from logic apps to azure function apps, enabling real-time integration and automated invoicing workflows.
Engagement platform enhancement Delivered real-time container tracking and automated customer alerts, eliminating manual updates and improving communication.
Cloud infrastructure and DevOps automation Automated deployments with Azure DevOps, terraform, and AKS for agile, secure, and scalable cloud operations.
EDI automation standardized and automated logistics data exchanges (EDI 204, 210, 214, etc.) to streamline partner integrations.
Fleet and asset management system Built tracking and route optimization using power automate, azure functions, and cosmos db to improve operational visibility.
Data and analytics modernization Created a unified analytics foundation with DataBricks, Azure Data Factory, and Power BI for real-time insights and predictive analytics.
Cybersecurity and compliance Implemented an enterprise-grade stack including CrowdStrike, rapid7, tenable, and prisma cloud for comprehensive endpoint and cloud protection.
Results that speak volumes
Operational efficiency Automation reduced manual effort across shipment tracking, billing, and fleet management.
Faster decision-making An AI/ML-ready data foundation enabled predictive, proactive logistics.
Scalable infrastructure Cloud-native, containerized architecture supports nationwide growth.
Unified visibility Real-time, 360° data views across the control tower and engagement platform.
Enhanced security Continuous monitoring and unified governance strengthened enterprise protection.
Sustainability impact Optimized routes reduced idle time and emissions across the fleet.
Business impact
The client now operates on a unified, future-ready digital ecosystem that connects every layer of its logistics network—from drivers to data centers. Sonata Software’s modernization has enabled faster innovation, sustainable scaling, and consistent operational excellence across an expanding U.S. footprint.
