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Guides WhatsApp dispatch TMS

WhatsApp vs TMS: Why Dispatching on WhatsApp Is Costing Your Fleet

Dispatching 20–30 trucks on WhatsApp and spreadsheets? See the hidden costs—lost orders, billing errors, no compliance trail—and why transport software for small business in SA pays for itself.

Thwala Team 22 March 2026

Compliance axle load limits overloading

Truck Axle Load Limits South Africa: Complete Reference Guide

NRTA axle load limits, bridge formula, overloading penalties and consignor liability. Your complete reference for truck weight limits in SA.

Thwala Team 15 March 2026

Guides TMS transport management

What Is a TMS? Transport Management Systems Explained for SA Operators

Learn what a TMS is, how it differs from fleet tracking and ERP, and what to look for in transport management software for South African operators.

Thwala Team 8 March 2026

Compliance RTMS SANS 1395

RTMS Certification South Africa: Complete 2026 Guide (SANS 1395)

RTMS certification South Africa: SANS 1395 requirements, 5 pillars, 8-step process, documentation & audit prep. Who needs it and how TMS supports compliance.

Thwala Team 1 March 2026

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