Logistics partnership success: Caliber.global & Infios

From vision to velocity: inside the Caliber.global and Infios logistics partnership

Caliber.global has been a leader in global logistics for construction materials and equipment since 2004. With its launch of the Tract® control tower platform in 2015, the company raised the bar on real-time logistics visibility and operational control.  

But as Caliber.global set its sights on aggressive international expansion, a critical question emerged: should they build or buy a Transportation Management System (TMS) to support their growth?

This blog explores how that decision unfolded - and how it sparked a powerful logistics partnership with Infios.

Build vs. Buy: The tipping point in Caliber.global’s TMS strategy

As Caliber.global’s network scaled, so did the complexity of its logistics operations. Expanding globally required a more robust, multimodal TMS - one that could integrate smoothly with Tract while supporting a diverse range of transportation needs across countries, currencies and compliance requirements. 

Initially, the team considered building a proprietary TMS in-house. But with development costs, long timelines and ongoing maintenance overheads, the risks quickly became clear. More importantly, it would have distracted from their core strength: optimizing the Tract control tower and serving clients with agility.

Expert tip: Building in-house can feel like control - but it often leads to delay, ballooning budgets and a product that lags behind market evolution. 

Instead, Caliber.global opted to buy - and the decision was driven by practicality and speed. They needed a TMS that could deliver:

• Seamless integration with Tract 

• Multimodal booking and dynamic route optimization

• International readiness for cross-border operations 

• Scalable value without diverting internal resources

Choosing a market-proven TMS meant faster ROI, deeper functionality and reduced operational risk. 

Choosing Infios: From vendor shortlist to strategic partner

With a clear list of must-haves, Caliber.global began evaluating TMS providers. Infios quickly rose to the top of the list - offering both the features and the partnership mindset needed to future-proof operations. 

Key decision moments included:

• Live demonstrations that showcased real-world application of Infios’s capabilities 

• Team responsiveness that signaled long-term alignment and support

• Technology fit that exceeded expectations on integration, optimization and scalability 

Infios was the only vendor that met all of Caliber.global’s selection criteria - and demonstrated business value in every interaction. The partnership moved forward, with Infios selected as the TMS provider.

Seamless integration, global impact

The integration between Infios TMS and Caliber.global’s Tract control tower marked a major milestone in logistics modernization.

The systems now work hand-in-hand, enabling:

• Real-time shipment visibility from PO to delivery 

• Centralized access to documents, financials and milestone tracking

• Automated route optimization and live freight rate indexing

This synergy not only improved internal workflows - it also enhanced the customer experience. Clients now enjoy elevated transparency and smarter logistics planning, all powered by the combined strength of Tract and Infios.

Scaling beyond operations: Caliber.global as a certified reseller

The success of the Infios integration didn’t just solve internal challenges. It opened up new strategic opportunities.

Caliber.global has since become a Certified Reseller of Infios TMS, expanding its offering into the 4PL and managed services space. This partnership allows the company to deliver a full-suite logistics platform to its clients - driving added value and reinforcing its position as an innovation leader in the logistics sector.

A partnership delivering the total package

The collaboration between Caliber.global and Infios exemplifies the future of logistics: one where partnerships, not just products, create competitive advantage.

From initial TMS evaluation to integrated execution and beyond, this story is a testament to what’s possible when companies choose the right tools - and the right partners -for growth.