Gunner Kennels TMS Implementation: 3PL Replacement Case Study

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Gunner Kennels TMS Implementation: 3PL Replacement Case Study

Case study showing how Gunner Kennels replaced its 3PL with Kuebix TMS, cutting $60-$120 per shipment and gaining direct carrier rate visibility.

Published

June 4, 2026

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3 min read

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Gunner Kennels, a manufacturer of heavy-duty dog kennels, transitioned from 3PL-managed freight to Kuebix TMS to control costs during growth. The TMS presents contracted carrier rates side-by-side, removes middleman markups, and stores shipment data for SKU-level visibility and analysis. Quick implementation and multi-user access enabled customer service, sales, and warehouse teams to collaborate on quotes, tracking, and bookings.

Key takeaways

Eliminated 3PL fees by contracting directly with carriers through TMS

Saved $60-$120 per shipment via competitive rate comparison

Improved shipment visibility with SKU-level data storage and tracking

Rapid TMS implementation with minimal training required

Enabled cross-functional access for sales, service, and warehouse teams

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