IT Support for Trucking, Logistics, and Transportation Companies
Managed IT, networking, and cybersecurity built for trucking, logistics, and transportation companies across Greater Sudbury and Northern Ontario, keeping dispatch, fleet connectivity, and driver devices running around the clock.
Serving Greater Sudbury, Northern Ontario, and surrounding communities. Remote support available throughout Ontario.
A transportation company's day depends on dispatch software staying up, fleet and GPS data flowing in, drivers being reachable on the road, and warehouse or yard systems tracking freight accurately. When any of that breaks, loads sit, drivers wait on hold, and customers ask where their shipment is.
Nickel City Tech Solutions supports the IT infrastructure behind trucking, logistics, and transportation companies across Greater Sudbury and Northern Ontario: dispatch and TMS infrastructure, fleet and GPS connectivity, driver mobile device management, warehouse and dispatch office Wi-Fi, and support across multiple terminals or yards.
We work across Greater Sudbury (Lively, Chelmsford, Hanmer, Valley East, Garson, Azilda, Coniston), North Bay, Espanola, Elliot Lake, Sault Ste. Marie, Manitoulin Island, Sturgeon Falls, Parry Sound, Temiskaming Shores, and Muskoka, a geography where reliable long-haul and regional connectivity actually matters.
Dispatch and TMS infrastructure that doesn't stall your day
Transportation management systems and dispatch platforms coordinate loads, drivers, and customer commitments in real time. When the server hosting dispatch slows down or the internet connection drops, dispatchers lose visibility into where trucks are and what needs to move next, and that delay ripples through every load on the board.
We support the servers, workstations, and network behind dispatch and TMS platforms: monitored uptime, tested backups, patch management scheduled around your busiest hours, and coordination with your TMS vendor when the issue sits on their side. We don't sell or replace your TMS; we make sure the infrastructure it depends on doesn't become the bottleneck.
Fleet and GPS connectivity, and driver mobile devices
Fleet tracking and GPS systems are only useful if their data reaches dispatch and reporting reliably. We support the office-side integration points and network configuration these systems need, working with your telematics provider so location and hours-of-service data actually shows up where dispatchers need to see it.
Drivers rely on tablets and phones for electronic logs, dispatch apps, and proof-of-delivery. We deploy mobile device management (MDM) so those devices are enrolled, kept up to date, and secured against loss or theft, with the ability to remotely wipe a lost device before load or customer data leaves the company.
- MDM enrollment for driver tablets and phones
- Secure remote access to dispatch and TMS from the road
- Coordination with telematics and ELD providers on connectivity issues
- Documented device policies so onboarding a new driver doesn't require a support call
Warehouse, dispatch office, and multi-terminal Wi-Fi
Warehouses and loading docks are difficult Wi-Fi environments, with metal racking, large open spans, and handheld scanners that need consistent coverage to keep freight moving. Dispatch offices need a separate, reliable network so a warehouse Wi-Fi issue doesn't take down the phones and dispatch terminals.
For companies operating more than one terminal or yard, we apply consistent network configuration and centralized monitoring across every location, so a driver or dispatcher gets the same experience whether they're calling from the head office or a satellite terminal three hours away.
Security and continuity for freight and customer data
Transportation companies hold customer shipment details, driver personal information, and financial data tied to freight billing. We apply endpoint protection, email filtering, MFA, and access controls across office and dispatch systems to reduce the risk of a phishing email or compromised account disrupting operations.
We also design connectivity with failover in mind and back up dispatch and TMS data on a monitored, tested schedule, so a single internet outage or server failure doesn't turn into a lost day of load data.
What's included
Dispatch & TMS Infrastructure
Servers, workstations, and connectivity supporting dispatch and transportation management platforms.
Fleet & GPS Connectivity
Office-side integration and network support for fleet tracking and telematics data.
Driver Mobile Device Management
MDM enrollment and security for driver tablets and phones running ELD and dispatch apps.
Warehouse & Dispatch Office Wi-Fi
Coverage designed for warehouses, docks, and dispatch offices, separated from guest access.
Multi-Terminal Networking
Consistent configuration and centralized monitoring across terminals and yards.
Cybersecurity
Endpoint protection, email filtering, and MFA protecting dispatch and customer data.
Backup & Disaster Recovery
Monitored, tested backups of dispatch, TMS, and Microsoft 365 data.
Microsoft 365 Support
Email, file sharing, and licensing for dispatch, safety, and back-office staff.
Server & Network Uptime Monitoring
Proactive monitoring so dispatch infrastructure issues are caught before they stop the board.
Fast Response for Dispatch-Critical Issues
Prompt remote and on-site support when dispatch or network problems affect active loads.
Driver & Staff Onboarding
Fast, consistent setup for new drivers, dispatchers, and admin staff.
Documentation
Network diagrams and configuration records across every terminal.
Who it's for
- Trucking companies running dispatch and TMS software
- Logistics and freight brokerage operations
- Companies managing fleets with GPS and telematics systems
- Transportation companies issuing tablets or phones to drivers
- Multi-terminal or multi-yard operations needing consistent IT
- Companies wanting failover connectivity so dispatch doesn't stop on an internet outage
Common problems we solve
- Dispatch slowing down or freezing during peak call volume
- GPS and fleet data not reaching dispatch reliably
- Driver tablets with no central management or security
- Warehouse Wi-Fi that drops scanners mid-shift
- Inconsistent IT setups across multiple terminals
- No failover if the main internet connection at dispatch goes down
- Backups that were configured once and never verified since
Why Nickel City Tech Solutions
- Dispatch-aware IT that understands minutes matter when loads are moving
- Local Northern Ontario team for on-site work at terminals and yards
- MDM built for driver devices, not just office laptops
- Failover connectivity and tested backups as standard practice
- Predictable monthly pricing across every terminal
- Fast response for issues that affect active dispatch operations
Frequently asked questions
Do you support transportation management system (TMS) infrastructure?
Yes. We support the servers, workstations, and connectivity behind dispatch and TMS platforms used by trucking and logistics companies: uptime, backups, integrations with fleet and accounting systems, and the network dispatch relies on. We don't build or sell the TMS itself; we keep the infrastructure underneath it reliable.
Can you help with fleet and GPS connectivity issues?
Yes. We support the office-side network and integration points for fleet tracking and GPS systems, working alongside your telematics provider to make sure data flows reliably into dispatch and reporting without a dispatcher chasing missing pings.
Do you manage mobile devices for drivers?
Yes. We deploy mobile device management (MDM) for driver tablets and phones used for electronic logs, dispatch apps, and proof-of-delivery, so devices are enrolled, secured, and remotely wiped if lost, without drivers needing to call the office for setup help.
Can you fix Wi-Fi in the warehouse and dispatch office?
Yes. We design and support Wi-Fi coverage across warehouses, loading docks, and dispatch offices, separating operational systems, office traffic, and driver or guest access onto distinct networks.
Do you support multiple terminals or yards?
Yes. We support multi-terminal transportation companies with consistent network configuration, centralized monitoring, and a single point of contact for support regardless of which terminal calls in.
How do you keep dispatch running if the internet goes down?
We design failover connectivity so a single internet outage doesn't stop dispatch, along with monitored backups for TMS and dispatch data so a hardware failure doesn't mean lost load and driver information.
Can you help secure driver and customer data?
Yes. We apply endpoint protection, email filtering, MFA, and access controls across office and dispatch systems, and secure mobile access for drivers connecting to dispatch and load information from the road.
Which Northern Ontario communities do you serve?
We support trucking, logistics, and transportation companies across Greater Sudbury (Lively, Chelmsford, Hanmer, Valley East, Garson, Azilda, Coniston), North Bay, Espanola, Elliot Lake, Sault Ste. Marie, Manitoulin Island, Sturgeon Falls, Parry Sound, Temiskaming Shores, and Muskoka.
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