Baldus Accelerates Data Performance
Kick-off in January, go-live already in the second quarter. Freight forwarder Baldus is relying on the BRABENDER logistic suite as its integration engine, shifting data operations into high gear.
Helmut Baldus GmbH, headquartered in Enspel in the Westerwald region, specializes in transporting construction materials in a wide variety of forms. This task requires highly experienced specialists as well as a seamless flow of information between all parties involved in the transport chain.
Growing strain on the system
The historically evolved IT landscape had increasingly become a challenge in day-to-day freight operations. More and more gaps emerged which, without countermeasures, could lead to misunderstandings, additional costs, and wasted resources. To create greater transparency and operational flexibility, the specialist logistics provider initiated a system change and opted for the BRABENDER logistic suite. Starting in the third quarter, the solution is set to replace the existing system. Within the shortest possible timeframe, the company aims to achieve seamless integration of all systems and, with the new TMS, implement a level of automation that creates new flexibility in times of limited resources.
More than a dispatching tool
The goal: real-time visibility for rapid response and efficient processing—an essential factor especially for special transports. Managing Director Maximilian Baldus therefore relies on state-of-the-art technology. What convinced him most is the exceptionally high level of data integration. From his perspective, this is the key prerequisite for resilience in a data-driven world shaped by AI. Consequently, the new TMS is far more than just a dispatching tool. Everyone involved in the transport process will receive exactly the information they need, enabling them to understand the overall situation beyond their own operational scope. In addition, the company will benefit from predictive analysis of all data, revealing previously hidden risks.
Intensive teamwork on site
In the long term, the new system is expected to have a direct impact on business performance. The team is therefore working with strong commitment on the implementation. Every process is being reviewed and mapped within the system. Standard processes are being automated, and all necessary technologies are being integrated to ensure uninterrupted data flow.
“We were looking for an integrated solution that connects everything, automates as much as possible, and can grow with us with minimal effort. We have found exactly that. The kick-off process is a strategically important step for us, and we are pursuing it consistently. The project has top priority because, in the long run, we will all benefit from it,” says Baldus.
Room for in-house contribution
The specialist logistics provider is implementing the BRABENDER logistic suite, with go-live firmly scheduled for Q3 2026. All parties are satisfied with the project’s progress.
“From the very beginning, Baldus contributed an exceptional amount of work on their own. We are able to move into the next phase—training and system setup—unusually quickly. That makes the project enjoyable for us and for the customer as well,” says Christoph Fürgut, Project Manager at Brabender.
