The verdict in three sentences
A TMS-ERP connector for a logistics operator costs between 5 and 15 M FCFA (about 7,600-22,900 EUR) in 2026 and ships in 6-12 weeks. It eliminates double entry between transport operations and accounting by syncing orders, invoicing and payments, and opens EDI with your large customers. The return on investment is measured in admin hours saved and invoicing errors avoided, typically in 8-14 months.
The flows to integrate between TMS and ERP
Without a connector, a data point is re-keyed two or three times: in the TMS, in the accounting ERP, sometimes in a spreadsheet. Integration creates a single, reliable flow.
| Integrated flow | Direction | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Transport orders | TMS → ERP | Invoicing without re-keying |
| Invoices and credit notes | TMS → ERP | Up-to-date accounting |
| Customer payments | ERP → TMS | Credit visible in operations |
| Customer/supplier records | ERP ↔ TMS | Single master data |
| Large-account EDI | TMS ↔ Customer | Automated orders |
| Analytical statements | TMS → ERP | Reliable margin per route |
EDI with large shippers is often required in 2026: it conditions access to certain contracts and removes manual entry of transport orders.
Admin hours saved: 2026 figures
For a logistics operator handling 250 transport operations a week, here are 2026 order-of-magnitude figures.
| Item | Before integration | After | Estimated gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Re-keying/week | 250 | 0 | ~30 h/week |
| Invoicing errors/month | 40 | 8 | -80 % |
| Invoicing delay | 6 days | 1 day | Faster cash flow |
| Payment reconciliation | Manual | Automatic | ~12 h/week |
| Annual admin cost | 24 M FCFA | 16 M FCFA | 8 M FCFA/yr |
These values are order-of-magnitude estimates, depending on your operation volume and current error rate.
Mini case study
Sarah, COO of a 30-vehicle logistics firm in London, runs a 5-person admin team that re-keys every waybill into accounting. She invests 11 M FCFA (about 16,800 EUR) in a TMS-ERP connector delivered in 9 weeks, EDI included for her two largest customers. One-year result: 42 h/week of re-keying and reconciliation removed (equivalent to 1 role, 6 M FCFA), invoicing errors cut fivefold and invoicing delay down to 1 day. Estimated annual gain of 8 M FCFA, a payback in about 16 months.
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FAQ
How much does TMS-ERP integration cost in 2026?
Expect 5-15 M FCFA (about 7,600-22,900 EUR) depending on the number of flows (orders, invoices, payments, EDI) and your ERP's API complexity. An orders + invoices scope starts around 5 M FCFA.
How many admin hours can you save?
Often 30-45 hours per week for 200-300 operations, equivalent to one full-time admin role.
How long to connect TMS and ERP?
Between 6 and 12 weeks, depending on API availability and flow count; customer EDI adds 2-4 weeks per partner.
Is EDI with large accounts essential?
Increasingly: many shippers mandate EDI in 2026, and it removes manual order entry, cutting errors by 70-90 %.
What if my ERP has no API?
We then use automated file imports/exports or a staging database; the cost rises 20-40 %, but double entry is still eliminated.
Let's scope your project. Tell us your TMS, your accounting ERP and your priority flows: we will scope the perimeter, an indicative budget (from 5 M FCFA) and the timeline. Detailed quote within 48 h. WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
