The Cargo Logistics Management System (CALM) software computerises the bulk (dry, liquid and gas) and break-bulk operations of a cargo terminal. It also caters to the needs of a roll-on, roll-off (ro-ro) terminal.

CALM enables the effective and accurate capture of vessel operations, gate operations, storage area operations and rail operations. It aids in warehouse management and resource management. Apart from operations capture, the system features include automatic invoice generation, effective and easier EIS reporting and EDI messaging facilities. CALM has been installed at Adani port in Gujarat in India. It is also being implemented at Mumbai Port and at Forth Ports in the UK.

CALM ensures:

	No duplication of data entry
	Consistency and integrity of data
	Centralised control for data access
	Co-ordination between different work groups, leading to higher personnel productivity
	Timely invoicing of services provided by the port
	Easier and more effective executive information system reporting

CALM sub-systems
The CALM.marine sub-system includes vessel schedule maintenance, vessel-voyage registration, recording of berth allocation, vessel arrival and departure, and recording of all marine services.

The CALM.cargo documentation and operations sub-system handles the documentation and operations aspects of cargo. It keeps track of documents filed and relates them to the operations performed.

The CALM.ORM (operations resource management) sub-system facilitates equipment and labour allocation, based on requirements and availability.

The CALM.invoice sub-system enables automatic invoice generation in real-time or at periodic intervals, based on operational data covering the vessel, cargo, gate and warehouse operations.

The CALM.rail sub-system tracks rakes and wagons for import and export of cargo. It also maintains an inventory of the wagons in the port.

The CALM.yard plan sub-system creates a graphical representation of the yard areas of the port and aids in planning of cargo storage, based on long time boundries (LTBs). It enables the effective utilisation of yard areas.

The CALM.EDI (electronic data interchange) sub-system provides for the upload and download of EDI messages, applying business logic. It also has a message monitoring and error correction facility, with a re-upload and re-download capability.

The CALM.EIS (executive information system) sub-system extracts data from the other CALM sub-systems and presents it to the managers at the terminal. An extensive drill-down facility is also provided for in-depth analysis.

The CALM.adm (administration) sub-system includes a user manager and function manager, with features such as time-based and location-based restriction and audit logs, for effective administration.

Strengths

	Trend analysis and a decision-making support system
	Better inventory control
	Data entry and data error reduction
	Enhanced customer service
	Value-added services
	Maximises quay utilisation
	Faster gate operations
	Highly secured system
	Ease of use
	Faster return on investment (RoI) by optimal port equipment utilisation
	Better personnel productivity and manpower utilisation
	Flexi-invoicing with multi-currency support
	Streamlines operational processes
	Automatic invoicing facilitates faster revenue generation
	Immediate out-turn recording and direct delivery

Experience
CMC has extensive experience in implementing state-of-the-art cargo logistics management systems for several large terminals:

	Paradip Port, India
	Adani Port, India
	Mumbai Port Trust, India
	Forth Ports, UK
	Wallenius Wilhelmsen Lines AS, Norway

Major port projects

Client	Description of the project	Type	Environment
Paradip Port Trust, Paradip, India	Implementation of CALM Remote support	1996 - 97 Completed	RISC-based system under Oracle on DEC Alpha
Adani Port, Gujarat, India	Integrated port management system (IPMS), including implementation of CALM (marine, cargo documentation and operation, EDI, invoice, warehouse management, ORM, rail, EIS, etc.) Interfaces with Oracle Financials	2002-03 Implementation Completed Under AMC	Windows NT Oracle RDBMS on Sun machine
Mumbai Port Trust (MbPT), Mumbai, India	Implementation of the integrated version of marine container handling system (MACH) and CALM, comprising marine operations, container & cargo documentation and operations, gate operations, rail operations, resource management (equipment and labour), EIS and invoicing. Interfaces with MbPT's existing financial accounting software and other systems.	2002-03 Under AMC	Oracle 9i on HP Unix Oracle 9iAS on Windows 2000
Forth Ports plc, UK	Implementation of the integrated version of MACH and CALM, comprising marine operations, ship, yard and berth planning, container & cargo documentation and operations, resource management (equipment and labour), CFS, EDI, EIS and invoicing. Interfaces with Forth Ports' existing financial accounting software and other systems	2003 Under Waranty Support	Windows NT Oracle RDBMS on a Sun machine
Wallenius Wilhelmsen Lines AS, Norway	Implementation of CALM comprising of Marine, Cargo Operations & Documentation, Operations, Yard Plan, Ro-Ro Operations, General Cargo Operations, Resource Management, Invoice, EDI, EIS, Administration	2005 On-going	Windows 2000 Oracle RDBMS Oracle Forms & VB

Benefits
Our customers are using the CALM system to reap the benefits of computerisation. Adani Port Ltd also helps CMC to arrange live demos.

Indicative client list

	Adani Port Limited
	Mumbai Port Trust
	Forth Ports UK

Case study
Adani Port, Gujarat, India

Contact
Head - Shipping
CMC Centre
Old Mumbai Highway Road
Gachibowli
Hyderabad - 500 019
Tel: 91-40 - 23000401/501
Fax: 91-40 - 23000509
Email: shipping@cmcltd.com