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Cristal

by digital express · Since 1995
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Quick facts
Vendordigital express
Year launched1995
StatusActive
LocationJAI Mendoza 1955, Goya (3450), Corrientes, Argentina
Countries servedGlobal
Languages2
Integrations2+
Free tier
Free trial
Contact salesYES

About Cristal

Cristal is a logistics software from Digital Express that supports the management of transportation and fleet operations. It combines features such as Cargas, Viajes, Flotas, and WMS Almacén to provide comprehensive solutions for tracking and managing logistics activities. This software enables users to efficiently handle cargo transportation, monitor travel routes, manage fleet performance, and oversee warehouse operations. Cristal is designed to facilitate better decision-making in logistics through real-time data and insights. Key capabilities: Cargas Viajes Flotas WMS Almacén real-time tracking Best for: logistics managers and operations teams that need efficient management of transportation and fleet resources.

Cristal by Digital Express emerges as a powerful and deeply integrated ERP solution tailored specifically for the transportation and logistics sector. With a foundation built upon over 20 years of industry experience, Cristal demonstrates a strong understanding of the complex and dynamic nature of logistics operations. At its core, Cristal aims to streamline and centralize key operational areas including cargo tracking, trip and fleet management, warehouse logistics, and accounting — all within a modular system that allows companies to scale and adapt based on their specific needs. Each module is designed to operate independently while seamlessly communicating with the others, providing a holistic system that eliminates the inefficiencies and errors often caused by disconnected software tools. This interconnected architecture ensures that data flows smoothly across departments, reducing manual inputs and enhancing decision-making through real-time visibility. Although specific user interface details are not provided, Digital Express's branding message of “Software Simple” implies a focus on usability and accessibility.

Pros & Cons

What users like
  • +Fully customizable with developer support for new features
  • +Agile and efficient, providing more reports than previous systems
  • +Friendly, intuitive interface with well-organized modules
  • +Practical and simple, streamlining daily cargo transport tasks
  • +Fast and reliable customer service with attentive support
  • +Comprehensive toolset covering essential logistics functions
  • +Easy to understand and implement, enhancing business efficiency
  • +Helps businesses transition to more modern, optimized workflows
  • +Strong articulation between modules improves overall usability
  • +Provides flexibility for growing logistics operations
What users flag
  • Implementation can feel complex when switching from older systems
  • Some settings don’t persist after software updates
  • Export limitations for inventory cut reports into Excel
  • Certain design elements could be refined for better aesthetics

Features

Key features

Cargo Tracking
Allows monitoring of transported cargo from pickup to voucher return at origin.
Shipment/Package Traceability
Enables detailed tracking of individual shipments or packages.
Location Services Manual Configuration
Channels cargo based on predefined rules for own offices and contracted carriers.
Trip Monitoring
Tracks company trips and their progress.
Trip Traceability
Monitors the movement of trips (cargo traceability is in the Charge module).
Departure and Arrival Time Control
Records and manages the timing of trip stages.
Multiple Stops Management
Handles trips with several destinations.
Expense and Advance Management
Tracks trip-related costs and driver advances.
Service Liquidation
Manages billing for clients and payments to own and contracted drivers.

Additional features

Cargo Tracking
Allows monitoring of transported cargo from pickup to voucher return at origin.
Shipment/Package Traceability
Enables detailed tracking of individual shipments or packages.
Location Services Manual Configuration
Channels cargo based on predefined rules for own offices and contracted carriers.
TMS (Transport Management System) Module
Trip Monitoring
Tracks company trips and their progress.
Trip Traceability
Monitors the movement of trips (cargo traceability is in the Charge module).
Departure and Arrival Time Control
Records and manages the timing of trip stages.
Multiple Stops Management
Handles trips with several destinations.
Expense and Advance Management
Tracks trip-related costs and driver advances.
Service Liquidation
Manages billing for clients and payments to own and contracted drivers.
Warehouse Module
Warehouse Management
Oversees warehouse operations and cargo movement within.
Warehouse Layout Design
Allows visual creation of warehouse layouts with location capacities at multiple levels.
Movement Management
Tracks the movement of goods within the warehouse.
Stock Management
Controls inventory levels within the warehouse.
Picking Management
Facilitates the process of selecting and retrieving items for orders.
Event/Process Management
Manages specific actions performed on stored merchandise (e.g., assembly, bagging).
Fleets Module
Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance
Manages preventive and corrective maintenance for the fleet.
Own and Contracted Workshop Management
Handles maintenance performed internally or by external providers.
Spare Parts Management
Controls inventory of spare parts purchased or from the company warehouse.
Independent Tire Management
Dedicated module for tracking and managing tire stock and usage.
Vehicle and Equipment Rental Management
Manages the rental of company-owned vehicles and equipment.
Management Module (Integrated ERP)
Accounting Control
Comprehensive management of company financials.
Cash Management
Tracks cash inflows and outflows.
Bank Management
Manages transactions across all company bank accounts.
Supplier Management
Oversees interactions and payments to suppliers.
Complete Accounting Management
Handles all aspects of the company's accounting processes.
Automatic Integration
Seamlessly integrates with all other Cristal modules.
WEB MobileApp Module
Comprehensive Data Consultation
Allows access to data from all integrated modules.
Statistics and Indicators
Provides tools for generating business performance metrics.
Commercial CRM
Manages customer relationships and sales activities.
Collection CRM
Manages the process of collecting payments from customers.
Documentation and Deadline Management
Tracks important documents and associated deadlines.
Remote Document Upload for Customers
Enables customers to upload documents like goods pickup confirmations remotely.
Some Examples (Illustrative Functionalities)
Dispatch Consultation
Provides a query interface for shipment information, including load, trip, traceability, and cost.
Service Coordination
Displays a complete journey overview with sections, settlements, and traceability.
Bank Movements Consultation
Offers quick access to transactions in each bank account.
Shopping (Purchase) Management
Registers and allows consultation of supplier invoices.
Tyre Stock Control and Traceability
Tracks the location, recycling, and durability of tires.
Logistics Events Configuration
Enables setting up processes for warehouse merchandise (e.g., combos, preparation).
Warehouse Layout Design
Visual tool for setting up warehouse locations, levels, and aisles.
Fleet Maintenance Record
Logs maintenance activities, staff effort, external workshop details, and spare parts usage.
Cargo News Entry
Records updates and events related to cargo at different stages.
Money Orders Issuance
Supports various payment methods and withholding tax management.
Advance Travel Orders
Allows scheduling of services with different frequencies.
Customer Debt Summary
Provides a consolidated view of outstanding invoices for each customer.
Dashboard
Customizable tool for displaying key business performance indicators in the cloud.
Shipping Consultation (Cloud)
Enables remote access to shipment information, including geolocation.

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Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
2
Interface languages
19
Billing currencies

Interface languages

EnglishSpanish

Billing currencies

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