Adaption
Adaption IT is a Dutch SaaS company that provides an integrated cloud-based Logistics Cloud Suite combining WMS, TMS, and freight forwarding software for enterprises with complex logistics, including bulk goods, AGF/floriculture, tank container, and intermodal transport operations in the Netherlands and Europe.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2010
- HeadquartersSliedrecht, Netherlands
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingSoftware
What Adaption does
Adaption IT is a privately held Dutch SaaS company, founded in 2010 and headquartered in Sliedrecht, Netherlands, that builds integrated logistics software for organizations with complex, business-critical supply chains. The company's core product is the Logistics Cloud Suite, a unified cloud platform combining a Warehouse Management System (WMS), Transport Management System (TMS), and Freight Forwarding Software (FMS), supplemented by add-on modules including Adaption BI Connect (Power BI integration), Scan App, Driver App, Planboard/Tripplanboard, Dockplanning, Offerte Management Systeem, Rate Management Systeem, Instructiesets, and a Control Tower. The platform is configured for non-standard logistics environments — bulk goods handling in silos/tanks/big bags, tank container operations, customs warehousing and entrepot, AGF/fresh produce and floriculture, dynamic groupage/consolidation, and intermodal/multimodal transport — through configurable workflows, open API and EDI/UBL integration, and customer-specific configuration rather than custom development.
The company serves enterprise and mid-market logistics organizations in the Netherlands and broader European modalities, with named reference customers including Royal FloraHolland (the world's largest flower auction), Dekker Transport & Tankopslag, and Duivenvoorde Opslag. Distribution is exclusively direct enterprise field sales, anchored by a 30-minute live product demo with the business development owner, supported by content marketing (whitepapers, blogs on logistics trends and regulatory changes such as tachograph, Euro 7, and customs reform), an English-language landing page, and presence at the ICT&Logistiek trade show. The company maintains an integration partner ecosystem spanning ERP (AFAS, Exact), port and intermodal (Portbase, Hupac, CLdN), telematics (Webfleet, AddSecure), payments (Revolut), BI (Power BI), and e-commerce platforms.
Revenue is generated through annual subscription licensing of the Logistics Cloud Suite on a quote-based pricing model that is not publicly disclosed, producing recurring SaaS revenue. The company operates on a three-major-releases-per-year cadence (2025.3, 2026.1, 2026.2), reflecting continuous platform investment. Adaption IT is independently and privately owned, with no disclosed parent company, funding rounds, or institutional investment; leadership consists of co-owner and Business Development lead Toon Schilder and Director Ronald Korporaal. Headcount is reported at 11-50 employees, indicating a focused, founder-led operator.
Adaption firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Adaption
- Legal name
- Adaption IT
- Website
- https://adaption-it.nl
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2010
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Adaption IT is a Dutch SaaS company that provides an integrated cloud-based Logistics Cloud Suite combining WMS, TMS, and freight forwarding software for enterprises with complex logistics, including bulk goods, AGF/floriculture, tank container, and intermodal transport operations in the Netherlands and Europe.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Adaption industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Logistics Software
- NAICS
- Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Freight Transportation Arrangement (48851), Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510)
- SIC
- Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Distributed Order Management (DOM) & Orchestration (TLAEACAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Fulfillment Execution & Task Management (Pick/Pack/Ship) (TLAEACAD), Shipping Management, Labeling & Carrier Integration (Multi-Carrier) (TLAEACAE), Real-Time Operational Visibility & Exception Management (TLAEAKAC), Transportation Procurement & Sourcing Platforms (RFP/RFQ, Bid Optimization) (TLAEAIAA)
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Where Adaption is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Sliedrecht
- HQ country
- Netherlands
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Adaption business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Software
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Logistics SaaS Subscription: Adaption generates revenue through subscription-based licensing of its Logistics Cloud Suite, which includes WMS, TMS, and FMS modules. The SaaS model provides recurring subscription revenue with regular releases (three major releases per year) adding new functionality. Customers access the platform via cloud deployment with configuration options for specific logistics specializations.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Annual | Custom SaaS subscription based on organization size and required modules |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels5 records
Adaption product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Adaption IT provides a cloud-based integrated logistics SaaS platform that combines Warehouse Management (WMS), Transport Management (TMS), and Freight Forwarding (FMS) software within a single Logistics Cloud Suite. The platform is designed for organizations with complex, business-critical logistics processes including bulk goods handling, dynamic transport planning, multi-modal forwarding, and warehouse rental operations. It supports mobile warehouse and driver workflows, EDI-based order processing, and open API integrations with ERP, BI and port community systems.
Product overview
Adaption offers the Logistics Cloud Suite, a unified logistics SaaS platform that combines three core modules: Warehouse Management System (WMS), Transport Management System (TMS), and Freight Forwarding Software (FMS). The platform is designed for organizations with complex, business-critical logistics processes including bulk goods handling, dynamic logistics, warehouse rental, and consolidation operations. Additional modules include BI Connect for analytics integration, Scan App for mobile warehouse operations, Driver App for transport execution, Planboard/Tripplanboard for visual planning, Dockplanning for dock management, Offerte Management Systeem for quotations, Rate Management Systeem for tariff management, Instructiesets for configurable workflows, and Control Tower for supply chain visibility. The platform operates on a three-releases-per-year schedule with continuous feature improvements and supports open API integration with existing enterprise systems.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Warehouse Management System (WMS) Supports organizations in maintaining complete control over inventory management, providing visibility into location, status, and availability of goods, with support for bulk processing, customs procedures, and warehouse rental operations.
- Transport Management System (TMS) Supports organizations in achieving efficient and flexible transport planning, providing visibility into loading, capacity, and routes for consolidation, multistop, and last-minute changes. Includes Tripplanboard for visual transport planning.
- Freight Forwarding Software (FMS) Addresses forwarding, freight, and international logistics needs. Combined with the WMS, it strengthens control over intermodal and multimodal supply chains with focus on visibility, compliance, and chain control.
- Adaption BI Connect A business intelligence connector that provides secure API endpoints to retrieve structured data from the Logistics Cloud Suite for use in external analytics tools such as Power BI, enabling custom dashboards and data-driven reporting.
- Scan App A mobile warehouse application for digitalizing and accelerating warehouse processes including scanning, inventory management, and incident registration during instruction set processing.
- Driver App A mobile application for truck drivers that enables trip information management, loading/unloading documentation, document access, and real-time status updates, reducing planner dependency on phone calls and manual feedback.
- Planboard / Tripplanboard A visual planning board for transport planners providing overview of all planned trips, vehicles, and drivers. Enables drag-and-drop trip management, column filtering, customizable layouts, and name display for relationships and locations.
- Dockplanning A dock scheduling and planning module that prevents waiting times by providing visual overview of loading and unloading moments, dock assignments, and capacity management.
- Offerte Management Systeem (OMS) A quotation management system for creating and managing logistics quotations, supporting the sales process for freight forwarding and transport services.
- Rate Management Systeem A rate management tool for managing transport tariffs and pricing, replacing spreadsheet-based or ad-hoc tariff management with structured digital rate management.
- Instructiesets Instruction set functionality for warehouse operations that guides workers through configurable workflows, with automatic incident registration when deviations are detected during processing.
- Control Tower A logistics control tower module providing end-to-end supply chain visibility and control across warehouse, transport, and forwarding operations.
- Logistics Cloud Suite An integrated SaaS logistics platform combining WMS, TMS, and FMS in one cloud-based solution, enabling organizations to manage warehouse, transport, and freight forwarding operations within a single cohesive system.
Quantifiable outcome
- Improved operational efficiency with same number of employees at logistics terminals
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Adaption
Customer profileNamed customers3 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Adaption technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- Yes
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration11 records
Feature8 records
Adaption partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators3 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Adaption competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Manhattan Associates: Global leader in WMS and supply chain solutions with deep enterprise customer base. Comparable to Adaption as an end-to-end WMS provider, but operates at vastly larger scale and broader functionality.
- Blue Yonder (formerly JDA): Global supply chain software leader offering WMS, TMS and execution platforms. Comparable to Adaption as an integrated logistics software suite provider, though targeting larger enterprises with broader functionality.
- Descartes Systems Group: Global logistics technology platform covering transportation management, customs, and forwarding. Comparable to Adaption in FMS/freight forwarding functionality, with significantly broader geographic and product reach.
- WiseTech Global (CargoWise): Global logistics execution platform with strong freight forwarding and customs capabilities via CargoWise. Comparable to Adaption through its FMS/freight forwarding software positioning, though serving much larger global forwarders.
- Körber Supply Chain (formerly HighJump): European-headquartered WMS and supply chain execution suite provider. Comparable to Adaption through its integrated warehouse and transport offerings for mid-to-large logistics operators in Europe.
Direct peers
- Consafe Logistics (Astro WMS): Nordic-headquartered WMS provider (Astro WMS) serving European 3PLs, manufacturing and distribution customers. Comparable to Adaption as a regional WMS specialist targeting complex warehousing and multi-customer operations.
- Generix Group: European SaaS provider of WMS, TMS and supply chain solutions, particularly strong in France and BeNeLux. Comparable to Adaption through its integrated WMS+TMS portfolio and similar target customer profile.
- Boltrics: Dutch provider of WMS built on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, focused on logistics and wholesale in BeNeLux. Comparable to Adaption due to similar size, Dutch market focus, and WMS specialization for mid-market logistics operators.
- 4SIGHT Supply Chain Solutions: Dutch supply chain software vendor offering WMS and adjacent logistics solutions. Comparable to Adaption as a Netherlands-based mid-market logistics software specialist competing for similar enterprise accounts.
Emerging players
- AEB (International Business Solutions): European vendor specializing in customs, compliance, and forwarding software, headquartered in Germany. Comparable to Adaption through its focus on freight forwarding and customs functionality, with overlapping BeNeLux/DACH customer base.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Adaption social profiles
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Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Adaption leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
Adaption funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Adaption M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about Adaption
What does Adaption do?
Adaption IT provides a cloud-based integrated logistics SaaS platform that combines Warehouse Management (WMS), Transport Management (TMS), and Freight Forwarding (FMS) software within a single Logistics Cloud Suite. The platform is designed for organizations with complex, business-critical logistics processes including bulk goods handling, dynamic transport planning, multi-modal forwarding, and warehouse rental operations. It supports mobile warehouse and driver workflows, EDI-based order processing, and open API integrations with ERP, BI and port community systems.
Is Adaption a public or private company?
Adaption is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Adaption founded?
Adaption was founded in 2010. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Adaption based?
Adaption is headquartered in Sliedrecht, Netherlands, in the Europe region.
How does Adaption make money?
One revenue line is on record: logistics SaaS Subscription.
Who are Adaption's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Manhattan Associates, Blue Yonder (formerly JDA), Descartes Systems Group, WiseTech Global (CargoWise) and Körber Supply Chain (formerly HighJump). Direct peers are Consafe Logistics (Astro WMS), Generix Group, Boltrics and 4SIGHT Supply Chain Solutions. AEB (International Business Solutions) is listed as an emerging player.
Does Adaption have an API?
Yes. Adaption provides an open API that enables integrations with external systems. The API allows data exchange for external systems to connect with the Adaption Logistics Cloud Suite. The platform supports EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) for automated order processing, invoice handling via UBL (Universal Business Language), and real-time data synchronization. Organizations can use API endpoints to retrieve system data such as dossiers, transport orders, and warehouse information for use in external analytics tools. Developer documentation is at www.adaption-it.nl.
What industry is Adaption in?
Adaption's product category is Logistics Software. Its primary akta.pro industry code is TLAEACAA, Distributed Order Management (DOM) & Orchestration, with a secondary code of TLAEACAD, Fulfillment Execution & Task Management (Pick/Pack/Ship). Its NAICS code is 54151 and its SIC code is 7370.