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TRACT is the modern forestry ERP built for the way your operation actually works — from stump to check. Trusted by leading forestry operations including INGKA Investments (IKEA), BTG Pactual, and Superior Pine.
Why Forestry Teams Switch from FPA to TRACT
SaaS vs. Custom Legacy Software
FPA (Forest Products Accounting) builds custom legacy systems that lock you into expensive consulting relationships. Every change requires their developers. Every update costs extra. TRACT is modern SaaS — regular feature updates are included, no custom development fees, and you’re never held hostage by a single vendor’s proprietary code.
Mobile-First, Not Desktop-Only
FPA software has no mobile field apps at all — everything happens on desktop terminals that can’t follow your crews into the woods. TRACT puts full functionality on iOS and Android devices that work offline and sync seamlessly. A peer-reviewed study by the University of Georgia found this mobile-first approach saves TRACT users 43 hours per week and $62,000 per year through eliminated paperwork and double entry.
Standard Integrations, Not Vendor Lock-In
FPA uses proprietary accounting modules that make it expensive to switch systems later. TRACT syncs natively with QuickBooks and NetSuite — standard tools your accountant already knows. Your financial data stays in industry-standard formats, not trapped in a consultant’s custom database.
Built-In Timber Security & Compliance
With EUDR and FSC requirements tightening, timber traceability is becoming mandatory. TRACT’s GPS-based chain of custody and timber security features are built into the core platform. FPA systems typically lack these modern compliance tools entirely — leaving you scrambling when regulations change.
TRACT vs FPA: Feature Comparison
| Capability | TRACT | FPA Software |
|---|---|---|
| Software model | ✅ Modern SaaS with regular updates | ❌ Custom legacy requiring consultants |
| Mobile field apps | ✅ iOS + Android, works offline | ❌ Desktop-only, no mobile |
| Standard accounting integrations | ✅ QuickBooks, NetSuite, others | ⚠️ Full built-in GL/AP/AR, but proprietary — no QuickBooks or NetSuite option |
| Implementation speed | ✅ Weeks, not months | ❌ Long custom development cycles |
| Feature update costs | ✅ Included in subscription | ❌ Pay per customization |
| Timber security & GPS traceability | ✅ Built-in chain of custody | ❌ No timber security features |
| EUDR compliance ready | ✅ Ready out-of-the-box | ❌ Would require custom development |
| Vendor independence | ✅ Standard formats, easy to migrate | ❌ Proprietary code lock-in |
Why Teams Switch from FPA
FPA has served the forestry industry for decades. But technology has changed, and operations that outgrow legacy tools start looking for something that keeps pace.
Aging technology. FPA’s architecture reflects when it was built. Modern operations need mobile access, cloud storage, and real-time data sharing — not software tied to a single workstation. TRACT was built for today’s workflows.
No mobile field apps. Your drivers and foresters are in the field, not at a desk. TRACT puts load entry, GPS tracking, and job management on their phones — even without cell service.
Support and development. As a pure forestry software company, TRACT’s entire engineering team builds features for your industry. Updates ship regularly, and when you need help, you get someone who speaks your language.
How TRACT Works — From Load to Ledger
1. Log the Load
Drivers enter loads on their phones — even offline. GPS tags the location automatically. Photos of scale tickets get scanned by AI and converted to data. No paper shuffling back at the office.
2. Track & Reconcile
Every load is tracked from origin to delivery with full chain of custody. When mill statements come in, TRACT matches them against your records automatically and flags discrepancies the same day.
3. Settle Automatically
Contract terms are entered once. TRACT applies the right rates to every load — stumpage, freight, harvesting — and generates settlement statements. What used to take days takes minutes.
4. Sync to Your Books
Settlements, invoices, and payments sync directly to QuickBooks or NetSuite. No double entry, no export/import dance. Your books stay accurate in real time.
Getting Started Is Faster Than You Think
Switching software sounds painful — but the UGA study measured exactly how long it takes to get up to speed:
2.8 weeks
Loggers
6.1 weeks
Foresters
7.5 weeks
Admin Staff
33% of teams saw measurable business improvement in less than one month. The majority saw results in less than three months. And 42% reported the software allowed them to reduce or reassign administrative staff — meaning TRACT doesn’t just save time, it frees up headcount for higher-value work.
Trusted by Industry Leaders
TRACT serves forestry operations across North America — from mid-size regional dealers to institutional timberland investors managing hundreds of thousands of acres.
43 hrs/week
Average time saved per operation (UGA study)
$62K/year
Average cost savings per operation (UGA study)
67%
Said benefits exceeded costs (UGA study)
Estimate Your Savings
Based on peer-reviewed research from the University of Georgia, adjusted for your operation size.
Based on UGA Warnell School study of mid-size operations (~6 crews). Estimates scale linearly and are for illustration only.
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