proLogistik

What proLogistik does

proLogistik Holding GmbH is a Dortmund-based, privately held (founded 1983) European vendor of hardware and software for supply chain execution, operating with 51–100 employees across Germany, Switzerland, and France. The company builds a proprietary pLG platform combining a Warehouse Management System (WMS-TM3) and Transport Management System (TMS), supplemented by ~20 add-on modules covering yard management, customer portals, telematics, document management, conditions/pricing, CRM, automation integration (including a native AutoStore connector), a blockchain-secured digital waybill (e-CMR), and a recently launched next-generation platform called proLogistik NEO with an AI Control Center. The platform is differentiated by an unusually deep integration library spanning European general cargo networks (CargoLine, 24plus, VTL, IDS, CTL, GEL, STAR), ocean carriers (MAERSK, CMA/CGM, Hapag-Lloyd), German ports, telematics, and ERP systems (SAP, DATEV, SAGE).

The company monetizes through three streams: software licenses and subscriptions (including a pLG Cloud option positioned at 30–50% lower initial implementation cost and 6–12 month payback), proprietary hardware sales and rentals (industrial PCs such as Pro-V-pad Classic and Steel, panel PCs, pick-by-voice/vision headsets, barcode scanners, label printers, mobile workstations managed via SOTI ONE), and logistics consulting and support services. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales with consulting-led engagement, supplemented by channel integration through European freight network partners, trade-fair presence (Logistics & Automation Dortmund 2025; transport logistic Munich 2025), webinars, and content marketing (proLogistik Talks podcast, a 600+ entry Logistik-Lexikon). Customer logos include REWE Group, Transgourmet, Eurobaustoff, Penny, Toom, Woolworth, Vaillant, Hellmann, DSV, Kühne+Nagel, Auchan, Carrefour, Yves Rocher, DB Cargo, CTD/HHLA, and Grupo Bimbo. In May 2026 the company underwent a planned CEO transition, with founder-leader Jörg Sänger handing the CEO role to César Flores Rodríguez after 19 years.

Name

proLogistik

Legal name

proLogistik Holding GmbH

Website

https://prologistik.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

proLogistik Holding GmbH is a German (Dortmund) private software and hardware vendor for supply chain execution, selling a proprietary WMS/TMS platform (pLG) plus industrial PCs, pick-by-voice/vision, and AutoStore integration to wholesale, retail, 3PL, transport, and e-commerce customers across Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Supply Chain Execution Software

NAICS

Software Publishers (51321), Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560)

akta.pro primary industry

Parcel & Multi-Carrier Shipping TMS (TLAEAAAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Port Data Exchange / Data Space & Master Data Management (MDM) (TLAHAOAO)

Keywords

• Warehouse management software
• Transport management software
• Supply chain execution
• Intralogistics hardware
• Logistics consulting

Headquarters

HQ city

Dortmund

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Software Licenses and Subscriptions: The company sells and supports its proprietary WMS (pLG WMS-TM3) and TMS software under perpetual license and/or subscription (cloud) models. The pLG Cloud offering converts CapEx to OpEx, with payback periods of 6-12 months cited for cloud WMS. Software covers warehouse management, transport management, automation, order management, telematics, customer portal, yard management, and add-on modules.
2. Hardware Sales: Sale of complementary hardware including industrial PCs (Pro-V-pad Classic, Pro-V-pad Steel, Panel PCs), pick-by-voice headsets, pick-by-vision devices, barcode scanners, handheld terminals, back-of-hand scanners, label printers, mobile workstations (incoming goods trolleys, picking carts), and transport/loading cases. Also offers rental options for industrial PCs (rent instead of buy).
3. Professional Services and Consulting: Logistics consulting and IT consulting services covering process analysis, strategy, implementation, and staff training. Includes support services for both software and hardware.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

proLogistik develops and sells a proprietary supply chain execution platform (pLG) comprising a Warehouse Management System (WMS-TM3) and Transport Management System (TMS), together with complementary logistics hardware including industrial PCs, pick-by-voice, pick-by-vision, barcode scanners, and mobile workstations. The platform is offered as on-premise licenses or cloud subscriptions and is supported by logistics and IT consulting services. The company serves wholesale, retail, industrial, 3PL, e-commerce, and transport customers primarily across Europe.

Product overview

proLogistik offers a platform-plus-modules architecture combining warehouse management, transport management, and hardware solutions for supply chain execution. The core portfolio is organized around pLG WMS-TM3 (Warehouse Management System) and pLG TMS (Transport Management System), supplemented by specialized add-on modules including the AI-enabled proLogistik NEO platform, Supply Chain Connector, Cloud deployment, Business Intelligence, Document Management, Konditionenmanagement (Bonsai), CRM, Automation, Autostore Connector, Order Management, Tour Planning, Notification (Avisierung), Telematics, Customer Portal, Yard Management, Digital Waybill (eCMR), Picking/Kommissionierung, Pick-by-Voice, Pick-by-Vision, Pick & Pack, cs DEPOT, Depot App, Driver App (pLG Drive), and Labour Management System. Hardware offerings include Pro-V-pad industrial PCs (Classic and Steel), Panel PCs, Barcode Scanners and Mobile Computing devices, Label Printers, Mobile Workstations, and the SOTI ONE mobility management platform. Services include consulting and support. The company also maintains a public logistics knowledge resource (Logistik-Lexikon) with over 600 terms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• proLogistik NEO: Supply chain platform including AI Control Center for advanced process automation and intelligence.
• pLG WMS-TM3
• pLG TMS
• pLG Drive
• cs DEPOT
• pLG Cloud
• pLG Business Intelligence
• pLG Dokumentenmanagement
• pLG Konditionenmanagement (Bonsai)
• pLG Kundenportal
• Depot App

Products and services

• proLogistik NEO Next-generation supply chain platform incorporating an AI Control Center for advanced process automation and optimization across warehouse, transport, and logistics operations. Targeted at logistics-intensive enterprises in Europe.
• pLG Warehouse Management System (WMS-TM3) Warehouse Management System managing warehouse operations including storage, order picking, inventory management, cold storage, expiration date handling (FEFO/FIFO), multi-client capabilities, cross-docking, and returns processing. For wholesale, retail, 3PL, e-commerce and industrial customers.
• pLG Transport Management System (TMS) Transport Management System handling transport operations including FTL and LTL management, real-time disposition, ETA calculation, route optimization, telematics integration, and customer portals. For freight forwarders, hauliers, and shippers.
• pLG Cloud Cloud deployment option for the WMS and TMS offering, converting CapEx to OpEx with a cited 30 to 50 percent reduction in initial implementation costs versus on-premise upgrades and 6 to 12 month payback periods.
• Pro-V-pad Classic Industrial rugged tablet terminal for warehouse and logistics operations in standard environments, designed for forklift mounting and mobile data collection.
• Pro-V-pad Steel Heavy-duty industrial rugged tablet with steel housing for demanding warehouse environments including frozen storage areas.
• Panel-PC Industrial panel computer for fixed mounting in warehouse, production, and logistics environments with touchscreen operation.
• Barcode Scanner & Mobile Computing Range of barcode scanning devices and mobile computing terminals including handheld scanners, back-of-hand scanners, hand terminals, and Linea Pro scan cases for iPhone integration.
• Etikettendrucker (Label Printer) Industrial label printing solutions including mobile and desktop printers for warehouse labeling, shipping labels, and product identification.
• Mobile Arbeitsstation (Mobile Workstation) Mobile workstation equipment including incoming goods trolleys (Wareneingangswagen), picking carts (Kommissionierwagen), and transport/loading cases (Transport- und Ladekoffer) for warehouse operations.
• pLG Pick-by-Voice Voice-directed picking solution using headset technology to guide warehouse pickers hands-free through picking instructions.
• pLG Pick-by-Vision Augmented reality-based picking solution providing visual picking instructions through smart glasses or mobile devices.
• proLogistik Consulting Logistics consulting services covering strategy development through implementation and operational optimization for warehouse and transport operations.
• proLogistik Software & Hardware Support Technical support services for software, hardware, and system center operations including troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance.
• pLG Digitaler Frachtbrief (eCMR) Digital waybill solution based on blockchain technology for legally secure, tamper-proof electronic freight documentation accessible via smartphone and app.

Quantifiable outcome

• Order processing time reduced from approximately 8 minutes to under 1 minute through automated order capture
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers31 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration23 records

AI capability12 records

Feature21 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• TIMOCOMcoreTechnology or IntegrationIntelligent freight exchange integration enabling automated freight search based on vehicle characteristics and address data. Connects pLG TMS with TIMOCOM freight marketplace for optimized backhaul and carrier matching.
• CargoLinecoreTechnology or IntegrationpLG TMS provides pre-built integration with CargoLine network standards, enabling automated shipment registration, barcode and label generation, status management, and real-time network communication for CargoLine partners.
• 24pluscoreTechnology or IntegrationpLG TMS offers pre-built integration with 24plus general cargo network, supporting automated dispatch, status updates, and clearing processes for 24plus member companies.
• VTL (Vernetzte-Transport-Logistik)coreTechnology or IntegrationpLG TMS integrated with VTL network standards for automated shipment exchange, network status management, and VTL-compliant labeling and tracking.
• AutoStorecoreTechnology or IntegrationNative pLG AutoStore Connector providing integrated control of AutoStore robotic storage and retrieval systems alongside the pLG WMS, enabling coordinated inventory management and robotic fleet operations.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Manhattan Associates: Manhattan Associates is a leading global supplier of WMS, TMS, and supply chain commerce solutions. It serves wholesale, retail, manufacturing, and 3PL customers with cloud-native platforms — directly competing with proLogistik for mid-market and enterprise European accounts.
• Körber Supply Chain (formerly HighJump): Körber Supply Chain provides WMS, WCS, and TMS solutions for manufacturing, retail, wholesale, and 3PL customers worldwide. Like proLogistik, it offers integrated WMS+TMS offerings for the European mid-market and competes directly for the same wholesale, retail, and 3PL accounts.
• Blue Yonder (formerly JDA Software): Blue Yonder provides end-to-end supply chain planning and execution software including WMS and TMS. Its cloud-native Luminate platform targets similar wholesale, retail, and 3PL verticals as proLogistik, making it a direct enterprise competitor in the European market.
• Generix Group: Generix Group provides WMS, TMS, and supply chain execution software for the European market, with strong presence in France and a comparable focus on wholesale, retail, and 3PL customers. It competes with proLogistik across continental European logistics accounts.
• PSI Software: PSI is a German-headquartered software vendor offering WMS, TMS, and production logistics solutions specifically for the European market, including energy, manufacturing, and logistics verticals. Its geographic and product overlap with proLogistik makes it a direct domestic peer.
• Lobster (now part of The Descartes Systems Group): Lobster is a German-based vendor of data integration and logistics software with strong European TMS/WMS capabilities. It overlaps with proLogistik in European freight and 3PL customer segments and is now part of Descartes, broadening competitive intensity.

Emerging players

• 4flow: 4flow provides transportation management and supply chain consulting services with proprietary TMS and optimization software for European shippers. While more consulting-led than proLogistik, it competes for adjacent TMS and freight optimization decisions.
• TGW Logistics Group: TGW combines warehouse automation hardware (similar to proLogistik's AutoStore integration) with its own WMS software (TGW Go) for intralogistics customers. The integrated software+hardware offering mirrors proLogistik's go-to-market and competes for similar mid-market European projects.

Broad incumbents

• SAP (Extended Warehouse Management / TM): SAP offers EWM (Extended Warehouse Management) and Transportation Management as part of its broader ERP and supply chain portfolio. While not a specialized WMS/TMS vendor, SAP competes for the same enterprise logistics customers and often displaces specialists in standardization initiatives.

Others

• TeamViewer / SOTI (mobile device management): SOTI is a mobile device management (MDM) partner embedded in proLogistik's hardware stack (Pro-V-pad, scanners, driver devices). It is an enabling ecosystem participant rather than a direct competitor, but comparable in the broader logistics hardware-software ecosystem where platform lock-in matters.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/proLogistik

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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