Generac Global Supply Chain Visibility with TMS Integration

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Generac Global Supply Chain Visibility with TMS Integration

Case study of Generac's TMS integration with Navisphere to gain global shipment visibility, standardize operations, and reduce freight spend after rapid post-IPO growth.

Published

June 4, 2026

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3 min read

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After its 2010 IPO and subsequent acquisitions, Generac needed to consolidate transportation management across newly integrated entities. The company connected its SAP ERP to C.H. Robinson's Navisphere TMS and TMC managed services. This provided multi-language, multi-mode visibility, automated EDI processes, and consolidated ocean-to-domestic container movements. Results included 9% lower inbound international costs, 14% savings on containerized freight, and a 33% reduction on specific West Coast to Midwest lanes.

Key takeaways

ERP-to-TMS integration enables standardized global shipment visibility across modes and languages

Container deconsolidation near ports reduced inland freight costs by 33% without extending transit times

Automated processes and single-platform tracking lowered vendor communication friction and internal workload

Real-time visibility supported continuous improvement through shared KPIs and actionable reporting

Multimillion-dollar reduction in global freight spend achieved while neutralizing fuel surcharge increases

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