Most transport operators know the pain of running critical systems on local servers.
The costs pile up. The IT tickets never stop. And downtime always happens at the worst possible time.

With Stratum, your Transport Management System (TMS) and all your operational data are hosted securely in the cloud on Microsoft Azure. That means you get the performance and reliability of an enterprise-grade infrastructure without wasting the resources on managing it yourself.

Here’s what that means in practice:

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No More Expensive On-Prem Servers

On-prem hardware isn’t cheap. You pay upfront for the server, then again for maintenance, upgrades, and support contracts. Every few years, you’re forced into another big replacement cycle.
Stratum hosts your TMS and data on Azure. No server rooms, no hidden costs. Just predictable pricing and automatic updates.

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Stop Wasting Time on IT Firefighting

Your business doesn’t exist to patch servers or troubleshoot downtime. Yet on-prem systems demand constant attention.
With Stratum, the platform is always online, always updated, and always supported. You can focus on moving freight, not managing hardware.

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One Source of Truth

When systems are spread across desktops, spreadsheets, and local servers, you end up with different versions of the truth. That leads to mistakes, disputes, and wasted admin time.
Stratum centralises your data. Everyone works from the same live system, with consistent, accurate information.

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Minimise Downtime

On-prem servers crash. Networks fail. And when they do, your operation stops.
Stratum runs on Microsoft Azure’s global infrastructure, with built-in redundancy and recovery. Your system stays live, even when local hardware doesn’t.

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Secure by Design

Security is often the weak point of legacy IT setups. Missed patches and outdated firewalls create risk and potential compliance issues.
Azure provides enterprise-grade encryption, monitoring, and compliance standards. Stratum keeps your data protected and aligned with industry regulations.

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Backups You Can Rely On

Manual or irregular backups are a ticking time bomb. When you actually need them, they often fail.
Stratum automatically backs up your data with full disaster recovery built in. Your information is safe and recoverable.

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Access Anywhere

On-prem means you’re tied to the office. Drivers, remote staff, or managers on the move can’t get live updates.
Stratum is fully cloud-based. Log in securely from anywhere, on any device, with real-time visibility across your operation.

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Ready to Scale

As your fleet grows, on-prem servers become a bottleneck. More jobs, drivers, and customers mean more strain.
Stratum scales instantly. Add capacity without new hardware or IT projects.

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Faster, Smarter, Leaner

Slow servers slow everything down, from reporting to invoicing.
Stratum runs on fast, reliable Azure infrastructure. Reports, searches, and uploads happen in seconds, not minutes.

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The Bottom Line

Running a TMS on in-house servers is an expensive, risky distraction. With Stratum’s cloud hosting, you get:

• Lower IT costs
• Automatic updates
• Built-in backups and recovery
• Real-time access anywhere
• Enterprise-grade security
• Room to grow without the overhead

If you’re still maintaining servers or relying on IT contractors just to keep your TMS running, you’re wasting time and money. Moving to the cloud with us keeps your transport operation lean, fast, and secure.

👉 Talk to us today about moving your TMS to the cloud.

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