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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:
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No
duplication of data entry |
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Consistency
and integrity of data |
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Centralised
control for data access |
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Co-ordination
between different work groups, leading
to higher personnel productivity |
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Timely
invoicing of services provided by
the port |
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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.
Technical
architecture, hardware and software platforms
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system |
Unix
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| Hardware |
Windows
NT / 2000-based PCs |
| RDBMS |
Oracle
8.x on Windows 2000 |
| Front-end |
Oracle
Developer 2000 latest version |
| Third
party software |
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| Cognos
Poweplay and Impromptu |
To
build the EIS (executive information
system) module |
| Oracle
9iAS or Citrix Metaframe software |
To
provide application screens to remote
users like shipping lines / agents,
forwarding agents, haulers, etc, through
dial-up connectivity |
Strengths
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Trend
analysis and a decision-making support
system |
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Better
inventory control |
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Data entry and data error reduction |
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Enhanced
customer service |
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Value-added
services |
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Maximises
quay utilisation |
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Faster
gate operations |
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Highly secured system |
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Ease
of use |
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Faster
return on investment (RoI) by optimal
port equipment utilisation |
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Better
personnel productivity and manpower
utilisation |
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Flexi-invoicing
with multi-currency support |
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Streamlines
operational processes |
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Automatic
invoicing facilitates faster revenue
generation |
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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:
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Paradip
Port, India |
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Adani
Port, India |
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Mumbai
Port Trust, India |
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Forth
Ports, UK |
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Wallenius
Wilhelmsen Lines AS, Norway |
Major
port projects
| Client |
Description
of the project |
Type |
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Paradip
Port Trust,
Paradip, India |
Implementation
of CALM
Remote
support
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1996
- 97
Completed
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RISC-based
system under Oracle on DEC Alpha |
Adani
Port,
Gujarat, India
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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
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2002-03
Implementation
Completed
Under
AMC
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Windows
NT
Oracle
RDBMS on Sun machine
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Mumbai
Port Trust (MbPT),
Mumbai, India
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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.
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2002-03
Under
AMC
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Oracle
9i on HP Unix
Oracle
9iAS on Windows 2000
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Forth
Ports plc, UK
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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
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2003
Under
Waranty Support
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Windows
NT
Oracle
RDBMS on a Sun machine
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| 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
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Windows
2000
Oracle
RDBMS Oracle Forms & VB
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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
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Adani
Port Limited |
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Mumbai
Port Trust |
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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
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