TOS(Terminal Operating System) TOS adalah sistem aplikasi yang mengoperasikan Terminal Petikemas. Sistem yang diatur di dalam TOS (Terminal Operating System) dapat mengetahui data secara online dan real time. Tujuan sistem TOS adalah untuk mengelola perencanaan barang, alat, dan semua Fasilitas yang digunakan pada seluruh aktivitas di pelabuhan secara efesien dan efektif. Executive Summary One of the core products that enables port operation dexterity is terminal operating systems TOS. They are a type of enterprise resource planning ERP solution. The TOS market includes software or software services in the operation of port terminals. Not to be confused with other port management technology, TOS maximises the efficiency of criticalactivities, such as labour allocation, equipment utilisation, and land usage. Aimed at stakeholders assessing the viability of investment, this report provides an overview of the key market information and an outlook up to 2027. The market comprises of three parts terminal operating system products, optimisation modules, and value-added services. There are around 20 established TOS within the market owned by 17 commercial organisations. Only 12% of those are startups and 12% are scaleups. 47% are SMEs which evidence the growth of those organisations and the levelof maturity of the technology for the core TOS products. Large corporate companies make up the remaining 29% but have the lion’s share of market this year, Accel-KKR, which owns Navis, announced a merger with leading supply chain provider Kaleris. Konecranes and Cargotec dropped their plans to merge, however, after the UK Competition & Markets Authority CMA blocked them. These two cases show the growth of the core TOS market will mainly be through adoption in developingcountries. It also shows that the market is poised to expand into neighbouring business verticals like the logistics and supply chain on insights from our intelligence platform, we estimate that the current 2022 TOS market is worth $ million, growing to be $ by 2027. While we estimate that the port technology market will experience a CAGR of 6% because of the maturity of the technology, we calculated a more modest CAGR of 2% to the TOS market forecast. Introduction Port terminals use enterprise resource planning ERP solutions to manage the movement of cargo. These are terminal operating systems TOS. The TOS market includes software or software services in the operation of port terminals and is not to be confused with other port management technology, such as port community or marine traffic management products. Originally developed for containers, some TOS help facilitate the movement of bulk cargoes too. All of them are designed to maximise the efficiency of critical operations, such as labour allocation, equipment utilisation, and land usage. Subscribe to access Subscribers get access to all of our premium reports, market data, and access to 1,400+ maritime technology company profiles. EXTENSIONSAND CUSTOM DEVELOPMENTS. While N4 is the industry's most comprehensive and configurable terminal system, sometimes there is a need to extend its functionality beyond what's available out of the box. Our core team of services developers is here to help. With years of industry and software experience under their belts, our team
Reading time 14 minutesThe recent Royal Bank of Canada RBC overview of global supply chains explicitly displays how bad port congestion currently is – and how it keeps getting worse. The study states that one-fifth of the global container ship fleet is stuck at various major ports. The turnaround time keeps increasing in all the biggest terminals of China, the US, and Europe. Global business news channel CNBC created Supply Chain Heat Maps to track the levels of container terminal performance. For example, in the US, the situation in the Port of Oakland is the worst with vessels taking an average of six days to unload and load import containers are waiting eleven days to get transported. The ports of Los Angeles and New York are not far behind. In the first half of 2022, the main reasons for supply chain slowdown and port bottlenecks are China’s battle with COVID that results in lockdowns, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, increased fuel prices, deficient terminal infrastructure, and inefficient terminal operations. And while you as a terminal manager might not have power over global problems, what you can do is optimize your operations and implement technology to streamline workflows and decrease processing time. In this article, we describe the terminal operating software, its main features, possible integrations, and ways it can benefit port productivity. Note, that we’ll only talk about cargo terminals and won’t cover other port activities such as fishing, ferries, cruises, etc. What are the main terminal operating problems? All the cargo ports and terminals are different. They vary in size, freight types bulk or container terminals, and location sea or inland ports. However, we can roughly generalize that the main functions of most cargo terminals revolve around catering to vessels discharge, repairs, refueling, etc., freight loading/unloading, storage, stuffing/stripping, etc., and connected inland transportation arrangement of cargo movement. Understanding these key objectives allows us to highlight the common pain points of operating a cargo terminal throughout its key areas – the berth, the yard, and the gate. Main terminal challenges Disruptive vessel calls planning On the vessel side, the challenge lies in scheduling berth windows, arranging loading/unloading equipment according to vessel ETAs, and communicating with the shipping line to synchronize operations. It’s important to carefully arrange all the pieces of this puzzle, set up the optimal loading/unloading sequence, and exchange messages with the carrier’s system to maximize the operational efficiency. This process becomes even more complicated due to frequent vessel delays and other disruptions that lead to waste of time, fuel, and port resources, so operators have to timely react and reschedule berth and resource allocation. All of that becomes a herculean task without specialized software. Inefficient yard space configuring The yard is basically a large storage area in the terminal that has to be efficiently managed. The main complexities here include optimal cargo allocation, handling equipment and staff coordination, and truck movement organizing. Different storage areas have to be created and freight has to be allocated according to further operations. Since most terminals process thousands of containers not to mention other cargo types daily, orchestrating all these processes manually is barely possible. Lengthy truck visits arrangement appointment booking, permission granting, verification, etc. Another important terminal workflow is gate management. Incoming and outgoing vehicles have to be carefully monitored. Access permission can only be granted to authorized vehicles and according to the associated cargo details, which then has to be verified at the gate. But performing all the checks manually is too lengthy and error-prone. And when hundreds of trucks come in and out to deliver or pick up freight, it can easily cause bottlenecks, so this flow has to be properly arranged. Complicated staff and equipment scheduling Scheduling is always a problem, especially in large businesses with multiple operational units. In the terminal, staff and equipment schedules mainly depend on the vessel calls and truck visits. Connecting all of them together is hard in itself, and when inevitable disruptions like equipment failures or vessel/truck delays happen, everything becomes a hot mess. Inefficient cargo tracking resulting in lost freight Another problem is monitoring cargo flow within the terminal. Goods have to be tracked when they arrive, unloaded/loaded, transshipped, and stored, so that nothing gets lost in the terminal chaos – which unfortunately is not an uncommon situation. Inaccurate billing that leads to lost revenue Terminals perform thousands of billable operations daily for numerous customers. All the charges have to be accurately captured and added to corresponding invoices. If done manually, operators get buried under tons of paperwork – and still can’t avoid putting a foot wrong. Data leakages in reporting and analytics activities Terminal operators need to have full visibility into all facility activities. Some of the important KPI categories that have to be monitored are gate events and truck movements, terminal inventory, vessel movements, crane and other equipment productivity, yard utilization, demurrage and detention, and many more. To create all these valuable reports, data has to be collected across all terminal departments. However, traditional organizations with siloed structures make data sharing very complicated, leading to information leakages and communication delays which cause disruptions too. So, no reporting and holistic data analysis is possible without having all the data in one integrated system. In today’s digital world ruled by data, your performance and competitiveness often depend on your technological level. So, let’s see how modern software can optimize your terminal operations. The terminal operating system and its key modules In a nutshell, the terminal operating system TOS is a digital platform that helps track and manage all the supply chain operations at the cargo ports and terminals. TOSs help coordinate all the terminal logistics elements including vessels, trucks, cranes, trains, and port staff, track cargo movement, optimize asset usage, and analyze data to support decision-making. Now, let’s take a deeper look into TOS functionality and its core modules intertwining. TOS main modules Berth management planning vessel visits and predicting ETA The maritime industry historically relies on the Electronic Data Interchange or EDI technology for information exchange we’ll describe it in more detail further on. It’s required for effective berth management as well. Carriers or agents send the BERMAN or berth management message to the port that contains a request to moor, details of the call and vessel, berth requirements, and expected operations. Obviously, all this information can’t be received and processed without the integrated TOS. That helps terminal operators to synchronize all the ship-related activities. A TOS helps schedule vessel visits, their moves between terminals if necessary, and associated services, as well as coordinate tugboats and staff. If your terminal experiences significant tidal events, make sure your TOS offers dynamic tidal modeling to safely manage vessel movements. Sometimes the ETA received from the shipping line isn’t exact, so terminals often make their own predictions regarding port calls timing. A common way to do it is by connecting to the automatic identification system AIS data source which allows users to track vessels in real time. Yard management arranging cargo movement and allocating terminal resources Yard management generally refers to organizing the movement of cargo, handling equipment, vehicles, and staff in the yard of the warehouse, terminal, distribution center, or another facility. The TOS helps automate and streamline the yard operations we talked about earlier defining areas for all types of cargo and operations loading/unloading, transshipment, storage, etc.; allocating and scheduling staff by creating convenient to-do lists and equipment including ARMG, ASC, forklifts, etc. for all types of operations; monitoring equipment location due to a so-called real-time locating system or RTLS, which we’ll talk about later, etc. The TOS contains all the information on the incoming and outgoing freight and can automatically coordinate available equipment, staff, and space according to the cargo requirements and type of operation. And the load planning functionality helps configure your yard areas and arrange cargo in the most efficient way with optimal space usage, considering load constraints and further operations. In addition, having a real-time view of all yard processes allows terminal operators to immediately react to any disruptions. Freight management cargo tracking, storage, and other services A TOS serves as a database for all freight that passes through or is stored in the terminal. Depending on your type of terminal, your TOS must handle all the cargo types you deal with, be they containers of any size, RORO Roll-On/Roll-Off, or general cargo dry/liquid bulk, break bulk with different packaging, logs, etc.. Plus, there should be support for IMDG hazardous cargo, temperature-sensitive products, and over dimensional freight. Many terminals include storage facilities and offer warehousing and/or container freight station services. A TOS allocates storage space and tracks cargo movement within the terminal. A common way to monitor freight is implementing RFID technology that automatically identifies and tracks tags attached to cargo items and then sends information to the TOS database you can read more about tracking technologies in a dedicated post. Some ports also provide additional cargo-related services such as stuffing and unstuffing, freight consolidation or breaking down, renting out containers, and so on. A TOS helps efficiently manage all these varied operations, from receiving orders to execution to billing. Gate management controlling access to terminal facility A gate management module helps terminal operators coordinate and monitor all the incoming and outgoing vehicles. The vehicle booking feature allows carriers to choose a convenient appointment slot as well as register vehicle, driver, and freight details. So, upon arrival, all the required information is already in the system and the verification process is as fast and easy as can be. Besides, a well-built, automated gate management system ensures ISPS International Ship and Port Facility Security Code compliance mandatory for ports. Automating gate operations typically involves creating an infrastructure of interconnected elements though they can also come as separate solutions that include self-service driver kiosks – to go through a paperless self-verification process and access code entry; OCR cameras – to identify and register vehicles, license/number plates, containers, and seals; RFID scanners – to identify the passing cargo and assist with inventory management; automated security barriers – to control vehicle access; intercom devices – to enable communication with terminal staff; information displays – to receive instructions and other important information; and so on. All these recognition technologies and management tools work most efficiently when seamless data exchange is established so that the vessel, container, vehicle, and traffic data are easily shared between modules and collected for further use reviewing traffic events, analytics, etc.. Financial and reporting modules supporting billing and analytics Managerial activities take place behind the scenes, but are of the same importance as others. A multi-currency billing module allows terminal managers to capture all the billable terminal operations, create accurate invoices, control revenue streams, and efficiently handle flexible tariffs and rates. Meanwhile, customizable reports and access to robust, data-based analytics give a full picture of facility performance and help make efficient strategic decisions. TOS allows users to export and share reports in a number of standards XML, CSV, PDF, etc.. Also, TOSs offer a range of access levels to support security. Additional feature rail management If your terminal has an adjacent rail facility as a component of an intermodal supply chain, you need rail management functionality to plan train loading/discharge sequence, schedule resources, and handle other rail-related operations. TOS integrations We mentioned earlier how important data sharing is for such a complex system. Now, let’s look a bit deeper into the key TOS integrations that have to be established for efficient terminal performance. But first, let’s talk about how these integrations can be built. EDI vs API As we mentioned above, Electronic Data Interchange or EDI technology is traditionally used in the maritime industry to exchange information on cargo movement between ports, shipping lines, and other parties. EDI enables data transfer directly between systems; otherwise, it would’ve been done in paper form, through phone calls, or via emails – and take forever. The two main EDI standards are UN EDIFACT common outside the US and ANSI common in the US. EDI helps exchange such crucial documents as bills of lading, customs manifests, loading/discharge orders/confirmations, stowage instructions, vessel plans, and much more. Such automatic document sharing is convenient and has become an industry standard, so all modern TOSs have EDI message processing functionality. However, this format has been there for decades, so now some of the major carriers including Maersk, CMA CGM, and MSC are moving toward newer integration methods – via APIs and using JSON messaging format. One of the modern data sharing platforms gaining popularity in the maritime industry is TradeLens accessible via a set of REST APIs. It’s underpinned by blockchain technology that ensures data security and is designed to enhance collaboration across global supply chains. For example, carriers can share their position, ETA, electronic bills of lading, and detailed cargo data so that terminals can plan their operations, while shippers, brokers, and consignees can easily track their shipments. Besides external integrations, APIs are catching on for connecting internal systems that we’ll talk about right now. Internal integrations GOS, RTLS, reefer monitoring, and others Again, there’s no universal rule for all terminals since all of them are different and have distinct operational models and tech ecosystems. Here are just some of the opportunities to connect internal software systems. Note that many of them involve creating a complex Internet of Things IoT infrastructure with multiple sensors, smart devices, and connected software to process data. Gate operating system GOS. If you have a standalone GOS, connecting it and all of its sensors and modules such as cameras and RFID scanners to your TOS will let land carriers receive information about incoming vessels and register their vehicles and loads, while you’ll obtain complete data about the vehicle flow. Real-time locating system RTLS. Terminal handling equipment has to be tracked, which is performed with such technologies as GPS, DGPS, RFID, Bluetooth, and so on. The RTLS is a network of tags or wireless transponders attached to equipment units, plus readers installed in different terminal areas to receive tag signals and detect their location. Reefer monitoring system. If you operate a container terminal, you probably deal with refrigerated/frozen cargo, which requires constant monitoring. Integrating reefer monitoring to have all the information about such temperature-sensitive freight in your TOS is nothing but convenient. Read more about cold chain logistics and how to manage it in our dedicated post. Radio/mobile data terminals RDT/MDT. Various technologies are used to create wireless networks in terminals that basically connect workers in the field with a control operator. Handheld, static, or vehicle-mounted devices allow terminal personnel to receive instructions from a TOS and enable communication. Financial, business intelligence, and general ledger systems. You might use a separate business management solution say, an ERP such as SAP, Microsoft Business Central, or Oracle to manage your back-office operations including accounting, analytics, reporting, sales, marketing, and so on. Connecting it to your TOS is crucial for seamless information exchange. External integrations shipping lines, freight brokers, tracking data providers As we said, to synchronize operations and exchange information, terminals connect to shipping lines and freight brokers, usually via EDI – or TradeLens for the most advanced companies. This way, maritime carriers inform ports of their visits and freight, shippers/brokers book empty containers, and terminals confirm booking, loading/unloading operations, and much more. Another common external connection that terminals take advantage of is the AIS data feed we mentioned above. Real-time ship positions and other marine information is vital for vessel and freight tracking, accurate ETA forecasting, and enhanced berth management. Some of the popular providers with well-developed APIs are MarineTraffic, Vessel Finder, or AISHub. Popular TOS providers We don’t promote any of the TOS providers but want to give a brief overview of the most popular products on the market to give you an idea of existing options. TOS providers comparison Navis an array of products for every need Navis is the industry-leading tech provider of logistics products for terminals, vessels, and even rail operators. Their TOS portfolio includes Octopi TOS – a cloud-based solution for small and medium-sized container and mixed cargo terminals that covers all the necessary workflows gates, yard, billing, etc.; N4 TOS – a full-fledged platform for container terminals of any size that offers a suite of handy apps Reefer, Lashing, Twistlocks and optimization modules Expert Decking, PrimeRoute, Vessel Autostow, and Rail Autostow; N4 as a Service – an innovative, cloud-based system that “includes all the capabilities of N4 without the associated costs and complexities of deploying, maintaining and managing it”; Master Terminal originally developed by Jade Logistics– a highly customizable, multi-modular TOS for mixed cargo ports that supports a broad range of freight types including bulk, break bulk, project cargo, RORO, and container cargo. As you can see, Navis offers a variety of solutions and services for different needs. The company has been on the market for 30 years and its products are used by almost 300 terminals worldwide. The users’ reviews prove that it’s a great platform to increase operational efficiency, optimize asset utilization, improve safety, and get better business results. Crane analytics dashboard in Navis N4 CARGOES a suite of next-gen logistics products based on machine learning and IoT CARGOES by DP World is an industry-recognized name with a portfolio of logistics products and services catering to various global trade parties, freight forwarders, customs, importers/exporters, and so on. The Ports&Terminals solutions include TOS+ is a management system for container terminals of any size with support for container freight stations, inland depots, and more; GC+ is a digital solution for managing multiple types of general cargo; IOT+ is a network of smart devices and connected software that offers full, real-time visibility on the microlevel and improves asset management, planning processes, and decision-making; AVA+ is a video analytics software to support OCR operations; and more. CARGOES implements such innovative techniques as deep learning for image recognition and digital twins for environment simulation and visualization. They heavily rely on business intelligence and KPI monitoring for performance optimization and develop machine learning models to enhance analytics. To support external integration, they have developed a set of APIs. CARGOES products can be hosted either on-site or in the cloud. CATOS all-in-one, user-friendly solution Total Soft Bank Ltd.’s CATOS Computer Automated Terminal Operating System has three modules that cover all terminal operations CATOS Planning helps schedule berth, yard, and vessel-related operations as well as manage human resources. CATOS Operation monitors and controls all operations in real-time, whether in the yard, warehouse, at the gate, or elsewhere in the terminal. CATOS Management supports billing, reporting, and analytics workflows. CATOS interface Besides the convenience of managing all business activities through one system, users are happy with CATOS customization options, intuitive interface, and customer support. TBA Group optimizing terminal and warehousing operations TBA Group specializes in automation solutions for ports, warehouses, and industrial plants. Autostore TOS is a management software designed for container terminals, while CommTrac TOS helps run bulk and break bulk cargo facilities. Whether installed on-premises or in the cloud, these platforms help with yard, freight, and asset management. They also include a vehicle booking system, dynamic vessel and rail planning modules, and billing functionality. In addition, this provider claims to be able to “integrate seamlessly with all third-party business ERP systems” and provides a range of implementation, testing, and training services. RBS robust container terminal solutions and a number of optional modules RBS Realtime Business Solutions develops state-of-the-art software applications for the Container Handling Industry. Their TOPS Expert Enterprise is a traditional on-premises platform and TOPS Expert Cloud can be implemented on a pay-as-you-go model. Both of them are packages of management and optimization modules aimed at handling various terminal operations, from gate to billing. TOPO, TOPS, TOPX offerings Moreover, there’s a list of optional modules that can be obtained independently to enhance separate workflows reefer monitoring, container freight station, truck appointment, etc.. There’s also a TOPS KPI dashboard which is an additional remote management, data analysis, and data mining tool to measure and track facility’s performance. How to choose a TOS? What to consider beyond core functionality Whatever way you choose, you always have to balance the price with the end result, the functionality scope that you get. In addition, we have several important considerations on what a great TOS should have. Mobile-friendliness. It’s crucial to have access to your software from any device, especially for field staff. Range of freight types. If you operate a mixed cargo terminal, make sure the TOS supports all the freight types you deal with. Multi-terminal support. This feature is needed for operators that manage several terminals and want to have all their activities in a single system. Scalability and customization opportunities. You’ll have to customize your TOS anyway because even if you decide to build your own product, your operations might change as you grow and develop. So make sure your system is flexible and allows for adjustments within an acceptable budget and time frame. Data security, safe storage, and replication technologies. You deal with massive amounts of supply chain data every day, so it’s important that no leakages happen. Information has to be stored safely and backed up with auto-replication technologies – just in case. Customer support, implementation, and training. If you choose to partner with a TOS provider, make sure you have deep cooperation. They have to fully understand your objectives, challenges, and requirements, work on customization, and guide the entire hardware/software implementation and integration processes. After that, complete training has to be conducted for all the terminal staff extra tip Look for user-friendly software with an intuitive interface for a shorter and easier training process. And last but not least, make sure their customer support is always available and responsive to your requests and queries. Buy, build, or modernize? There’s a variety of ready-made solutions on the market but there are two other options of getting a TOS. To build a customized platform from scratch, buy an off-the-shelf solution, or modernize legacy software – the choice depends on your needs and resources. When to build? If you want a fully tailored product to seamlessly fit into your workflow, develop your own proprietary system, but remember that such a massive project might take years and require significant investment. When to buy? If, after exploring the market, you understand that existing products can cover your needs with minimal customization required, go with it. Note though, that you’ll still have to fine-tune the system and integrate it into your existing tech ecosystem. When to modernize? If you have legacy software that works but uses outdated technologies or lacks the functionality you need, you might want to launch a gradual modernization project. In this case, you don’t have to stop your operations but will be able to improve your system one step at a time. Read more about legacy technologies modernization approaches and techniques in our post. As a final piece of advice, we recommend you make the most of modern technologies like machine learning that will enhance your planning, analytics, and decision-making process. Yes, it comes at a price, but the world today operates on data, so whoever harnesses its power – will gain an unbeatable competitive advantage.
LocalService - Trunk Operation Center: LS_TRNG: Local Service - Training Trouble Ticket: TOS Code Description; T1.5: T1.5 Services: T155: T155 Service: T3APLS: T3 AT&T Private Line Service: T3GAPLS: Long-distance terminal line: LS : Local service: LT : Long-distance terminal trunk New operational efficiencies in container handling and terminal yards Terminal and port operators are constantly looking for the best solutions to improve productivity and increase throughput, while at the same time reducing costs and enhancing safety and security. To achieve the business objectives presented in Figure 1, terminal operators and machine builders take advantage of increasingly advanced technology to automate their terminal operations; remotely control machines such as quay cranes/Ship-to-Shore STS cranes, Rubber-Tired Gantry RTG cranes, and/or automated straddle carriers AutoSC in real time; gain visibility into high-value assets; increase asset utilization, berth availability, and occupancy patterns; reduce network and application downtime; optimize maintenance; and reduce operational costs. Port operators can leverage new Internet of Things IoT technology to provide better environmental monitoring such as tidal and weather conditions, salinity, and water levels so that ships’ arrival times can be better planned with real-time information on berth availability. In addition, truck and rail turn time can be improved through real-time traffic monitoring and integration with Terminal Operating Systems TOS. The workforce productivity at both ports and terminals can be improved with extended Wi-Fi access and more effective collaboration tools. Industrial networks at ports and terminals require better-integrated Operational Technology OT and Information Technology IT security and safety to enable greater visibility into the system and assets, protect the network from cyberattacks, and provide a faster response when incidents and issues happen. All of these capabilities are key to the success of the port and terminal digitization process, which is dependent on a network infrastructure that is secure, scalable, reliable, and resilient. Cisco’s networking products and solutions provide the necessary foundation for such infrastructure. Cisco’s industrial IoT products are proven to meet the unique requirements of operating a port and/or terminal. Figure 1. Business objectives in port and terminal operations Benefits A network foundation for improving the safety, efficiency, and service levels of your terminal and port operations ● Secured, scalable, and reliable critical infrastructure ● High bandwidth, low latency, and seamless handoff ● Enhanced asset visibility ● Support for edge intelligence to act on data faster and closer to its source ● Simplified device onboarding and centralized policy control Network challenges When port and terminal operators deploy a network foundation for their operations, they typically have to address a range of challenges. These include a network infrastructure that needs to adapt to challenging environments, a complex infrastructure that needs to support both legacy and state-of-the-art systems, a solution that must provide network and data security and improve worker safety and physical security, and a resilient and reliable network infrastructure that can support growing digitization. Challenging environment Ports and terminals operate under harsh coastal weather with extreme conditions. This requires the networking equipment deployed to sustain wide temperature ranges, shock and vibration caused by the operation of big machines and the transport of heavy containers, and the presence of water and dust. The physical environment of a port and terminal is dynamic and unpredictable, due to the enormous volume of constantly moving containers, cranes, land vehicles, trains, and giant marine ships such as cargo vessels that hold 10,000 to 20,000 Twenty-foot-Equivalent Unit TEU containers. Such challenging environments can introduce a great amount of interference and pose restrictions on the range of the wireless communication required to support the port’s and terminal’s operations. Growing digitization Through digitization and automation, port and terminal operators increase their competitiveness and enhance operational efficiency. Digitization helps operators streamline the business process, create new business opportunities, and make the right business decisions, and it is achieved through access to relevant and reliable data. Digitization of smart ports drives significant increases in data traffic volume. According to a recent presentation by IDC on the “Digitisation of the Maritime Supply Chain”, IDC expects that smart port operations will drive data traffic volume growth from petabytes per month in 2021 to petabytes per month in 2025, with a Compound Annual Growth Rate CAGR of 26%. These data points are collected from sources such as sensors, video cameras, control systems, and voice and data applications that support use cases such as terminal operating systems, remote operations, autonomous vehicles, and remote asset monitoring. Figure 2. Smart port operations drive data traffic volumes Complex infrastructure Port and terminal operations deal with massive machines such as quay cranes/STS cranes, RTG cranes, rail-mounted gantry cranes, reach stackers, and AutoSCs. These are complex and have a much longer life span than other types of equipment. This can mean that there is an aging infrastructure that needs support and maintenance. Different security and operational needs lead to multiple segregated networks, adding complexity and incurring high maintenance costs. Digitization demands a next-generation architecture that is highly resilient and scalable. This architecture needs to support different applications with diverse communication requirements. Terminal operations and automation require multiple access technologies for success. The choice of technologies is largely dependent on the types of devices to be connected, the application requirements in terms of latency, roaming, and throughput, the deployment scenario, and the implication of CapEx and OpEx. Cybersecurity As port and terminal operations move toward greater digitization, more machines, people, and applications are networked together, more equipment and applications are brought online to enable the automation, and more attack surfaces and vulnerabilities are created. According to a study in 2020 cyberattacks on the maritime industry’s OT systems have increased by 900% over the last three years. A simple malicious attack can bring down the entire network, create an unprecedented backlog for the supply chain, disrupt the network infrastructure and terminal operations for weeks, and cause great financial loss to the port and terminal operators. For example, in June 2017, ransomware called NotPetya hit the Maersk shipping company, locking down access to the system that it uses to operate its shipping terminals worldwide. The attack cost the company nearly $300 million and took two weeks to fix. Why Cisco? Cisco provides a comprehensive portfolio including routing, switching, wireless, collaboration, data center, IoT, and security. Whatever a customer’s goals might be, Cisco is able to offer a trusted end-to-end solution that combines our portfolio with technologies from a robust ecosystem of partners. Cisco’s Intent-Based Networking IBN technology transforms hardware-centric, manually configured networks into controller-led networks that capture network managers’ business intent and use automation to translate intent into policies that are applied consistently across the network and monitored comprehensively to help ensure proper ongoing operation at scale. Some of the world’s largest and most vital networks have embraced Cisco IBN because it brings new levels of network performance, security, and reliability to the network at larger scale, and with less effort. Cisco’s Connected Ports and Terminals solution combines those industry-leading IBN capabilities with the specific and distinct needs of the IoT networks used for port and terminal operations. The Cisco IoT networking and security portfolio addresses the unique requirements that are needed in an industrial outdoor environment. In addition, the Industrial Automation Cisco Validated Design CVD is the blueprint to implement a resilient and secure network infrastructure that supports Industrial Automation and Control Systems IACS. Cisco’s Connected Ports and Terminals solution leverages this well-designed and tested solution to enable digitization and automation, improving business operation outcomes. More detailed information about the Industrial Automation CVD can be found in Networking and Security in Industrial Automation Environments Design and Implementation Guide. Network security should be included from day one and not as an afterthought. An effective cybersecurity strategy requires a comprehensive, systematic, coordinated approach to protect against a broad and continuously evolving set of threats. Cisco offers an ever-expanding, industry-leading portfolio of cybersecurity products to provide comprehensive protection for IT and operations networks. Cisco’s portfolio includes Cisco Cyber Vision, provides visibility into industrial devices and data traffic flows; Secure Network Analytics formerly Stealthwatch, which can monitor data flows and detect traffic anomalies that can be used to enhance network segmentation policies; a policy platform called Cisco Identity Services Engine ISE, which helps define and manage user profiles and access policies at scale; Cisco Malware Defense formerly Advanced Malware Protection to provide up-to-date monitoring and detection of malware threats; Cisco Umbrella to prevent passengers or workers from accessing malicious network domains; and Cisco DNA Center and SD-Access to automate and simplify security policy implementation and assurance across all network devices. Additionally, Cisco SecureX™ provides a consolidated view for simplified management of the overall security approach. Cisco has an established and growing ecosystem of technology and solution partners who can help design, implement, and operate end-to-end solutions that build on Cisco’s Connected Ports and Terminals architecture and fulfill the business needs of port and terminal operators. Building port and terminal solutions on a Cisco Validated Design helps ensure that Cisco has tested and validated the architecture, which greatly reduces implementation risk and provides extra peace of mind for customers and solution delivery partners alike. Cisco partners include machine and software manufacturers, software solution providers, channel partners, and consultants. Ecosystem partners are vital in the successful deployment and operation of the Connected Ports and Terminals solution. Connected Ports and Terminals reference architecture The Cisco Connected Ports and Terminals reference architecture, shown in Figure 3, follows the blueprint of ISA-95 and is based on the Cisco reference architecture for IACS. This reference architecture is composed of four major functional modules that include cell/area zone, industrial zone, Industrial Demilitarized Zone IDMZ, and enterprise. The following sections explain the functions and capabilities of each module in detail. Figure 3. Connected Ports and Terminals reference architecture Cell/area zone The cell/area zone is the access layer located at the edge of the industrial network that provides either wired or wireless connectivity to industrial devices. These devices include not only industrial devices at Levels 0 through 2 in the ISA-95 model, such as actuators, controllers, and sensors that communicates via traditional control protocols such as PROFINET, but also devices such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth-enabled handheld devices, voice communication radios, access points, cameras, vehicle telemetry sensors, and weather sensors that leverage traditional network protocols such as IP or serial links for communications. The cell/area zone module delivers the following very important characteristics ● Industrial characteristics The platform choices are heavily influenced by the environmental conditions at the port and terminal. The Cisco IoT product portfolio delivers hardware that is hardened with a small form factor, can sustain an extended temperature range and shock and vibration, and provides protection against water and dust. Industrial control protocols such as PROFINET and EtherNet/IP are supported natively on the Cisco Catalyst Industrial Ethernet IE switches, presented in Figure 4. Figure 4. Cisco Catalyst Rugged Series Industrial Ethernet switches ● Multiple access technologies Depending on the application requirements, deployment scenario, and existing network infrastructure, multiple access technologies, including both wired and wireless, are required for the success of the operation. The Cisco IoT wireless portfolio includes LTE and 5G, suitable for wide mobility and high throughput; Wi-Fi 6 and Cisco Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul formerly Fluidmesh, depicted in Figure 5, for mobility and fixed infrastructure with high throughput, low latency, and ultra-reliable, resilient mesh; and LoRaWAN for massive scale and broad coverage. The Cisco IoT wired product line offers Ethernet connections over copper or fiber, as well as serial and DSL connections from internet service providers. Figure 5. Cisco Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul ● Highly resilient network An IACS network must be highly resilient, with latency, reliability, scalability, and performance taken into consideration in the network design. For industrial control traffic, packet latency and jitter have a huge impact on the underlying industrial process. Network availability and convergence time are also key metrics for critical IACS communication. The Cisco Resilient Ethernet Protocol REP available on IE switches is typically suitable for IACS applications that can tolerate up to a 100-ms network convergence recovery time. When zero-second convergence time is required, the Parallel Redundancy Protocol PRP can be also leveraged and is supported on the Cisco Catalyst IE3400, IE4000, and IE5000 Series. ● Security Security in the cell/area zone needs to be viewed as a component of an overall end-to-end security architecture within the port and terminal. It is critical that security capabilities span the breadth of the port and terminal in order to be effective, yet this may pose a challenge when the IT and OT are not well integrated and are managed by different groups. The fundamental requirements are visibility into current network devices and industrial assets, grouping and separation of network assets and applications through segmentation, anomaly detection and mitigation, and network hardening on the management plane, control plane, and data plane. All these can be achieved through Cisco Cyber Vision, Cisco TrustSec, and Cisco Secure Network Analytics, and its integration with Cisco ISE. Industrial zone The industrial zone in this architecture refers to a zone that all industrial and mission-critical port and terminal applications are confined to. It is composed of Cisco industrial data center and third-party port and terminal application services. Due to the sensitive nature of the assets and data flow in the industrial zone, a pair of redundant firewalls located in the industrial DMZ blocks all the traffic in and out of the industrial zone and allows only traffic that is explicitly defined. This may cause a challenge when communication patterns are not well understood, particularly in cases where communication between the industrial zone and the upper levels is required. That is why application visibility is so important and why technologies such as Cyber Vision and Secure Network Analytics can be very beneficial. The Cisco industrial data center follows the best practices from Cisco data center design. The platform choice of the Cisco Catalyst 9000 family for the industrial zone core switch and the Cisco Nexus 9300 for the data center switch enables Cisco intent-based networking with Cisco DNA Center management and data center solutions such as Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure Cisco ACI. To minimize the need for communication between Level 3 the industrial zone in the Industrial Automation reference architecture and upper levels, key infrastructure services should be located within the industrial data center. These include dedicated identity services such as Active Directory AD and ISE, dedicated wireless controllers to manage wireless connections within the industrial zone, and Cyber Vision and Secure Network Analytics to gain visibility into the asset and application flows. Third-party applications that are responsible for port and terminal operations are located in the server farms at the industrial data center. These applications include equipment control systems, crane interface systems, Optical Character Recognition OCR servers, container terminal automation systems, and gate operating systems. By having these essential services and applications located in the industrial zone, the operation is less likely to be disrupted in the event that external connectivity via the IDMZ is lost or the upper-level network is brought down by a cyberattack. This does not mean the air-gapped industrial zone will be immune from cyberattack, and the Cisco Secure Firewall ISA3000, illustrated in Figure 6, located in this zone is designed to segment the traffic for different OT assets and protect them from potential threats. Figure 6. Cisco Secure Firewall ISA3000 IDMZ The IDMZ resides in a level between the industrial and enterprise zones, commonly referred as Level in the ISA-95 reference architecture. An IDMZ environment consists of numerous infrastructure devices, including firewalls, VPN servers, IACS application mirrors, remote gateway services and reverse proxy servers, in addition to network infrastructure devices such as routers, switches, and virtualized services. IDMZ firewalls apply defense-in-depth principles at the industrial perimeter by blocking all traffic into and out of the industrial zone and allowing only traffic that is explicitly defined. Accordingly, communication patterns must be well understood, since some use cases require communication between Level 3 and upper levels, with Terminal Operating Systems TOS being a prime example of this scenario, as the application server is normally located in the enterprise zone. The traffic between the devices in the industrial zone and TOS needs to be explicitly permitted in the IDMZ. It is also recommended that IDMZ systems be granularly isolated in individual VLANs as much as practically possible. This increases the firewall’s visibility into individual server data streams to identify potentially compromised hosts. Redundant IDMZ firewalls and distribution/aggregation switches are required so that specific systems, such as remote desktop gateways and OS patch servers, can be securely hosted in the IDMZ. The IDMZ is designed in such way that all IACS traffic from either side of the IDMZ should be terminated in the IDMZ. No IACS traffic should directly traverse the IDMZ. If traversal is required, it should go through gateway or proxy functions in the IDMZ. Non-IACS traffic can implement IDMZ traversal through whitelisting. Enterprise The enterprise zone is isolated from the industrial zone via the IDMZ. This zone is usually a traditional enterprise data center where server-based enterprise systems are deployed safely and efficiently in a physically secure and air-conditioned environment and where data center best practices are strictly enforced. Corporate remote access solutions should be implemented so that employees can access the enterprise zone in a secure and controlled fashion. Depending on the nature of the customer’s applications, they can be hosted either in the enterprise data center, private cloud, or public cloud. The enterprise data center is also shielded from the internet by a pair of redundant firewalls. Cisco Connected Ports and Terminals use case themes The Cisco Connected Ports and Terminals reference architecture is designed to support various use cases in port and terminal operations. As listed in Table 1, those use cases are categorized into three major themes terminal automation, cyber and physical security, and port operations and monitoring. Table 1. Cisco Connected Ports and Terminals use cases Use case theme Use cases Business outcomes Terminal automation ● Terminal Operating System TOS asset management, asset scheduling, integration with OCR, enterprise Wi-Fi ● Remote operations for STS and RTG cranes ● Automated RTG ARTG and Automated Rail-Mounted Gantry ARMG cranes ● Autonomous vehicles Automated Guided Vehicles [AGV] and AutoSC ● Vehicle telemetry data ● Improved planning due to a holistic view into berth availability and occupancy patterns ● Ability for ships to plan their arrival at the terminal with real-time information on berth availability ● Increased operational efficiency ● Improved ship turnaround time and terminal throughput ● Improved application and equipment uptime ● Reduced operation and maintenance costs Cyber and physical security ● Cybersecurity ● Physical security Surveillance and video analytics, access control, worker health and safety, collision avoidance, regulatory requirements best practices ● Improved digital safety of port and terminal infrastructure ● Visibility into operational assets ● Common view of incidents across agencies ● Encourages collaboration between port agencies Port operations and monitoring ● Environmental monitoring Tidal conditions, weather conditions, water levels, current, and salinity ● Traffic monitoring and management Vehicle and rail traffic monitoring, ship traffic monitoring ● Workforce communication and collaboration ● Improved decision-making by harbor master and pilots ● Optimized ship schedules, such as berthing, loading/unloading, and departure times ● Optimized gate control to reduce time spent by trucks in entry and exit procedures ● Reduced operations costs ● Additional revenue through demand-based parking pricing and more accurate ticketing of parking violations This solution brief focuses on terminal automation, which includes major use cases such as connecting the TOS with OCR integration and remote operations for STS and RTG cranes and autonomous vehicles such as AGVs and AutoSCs. Table 2 lists some of the typical key network requirements for these use cases. Table 2. Terminal automation network requirements Description Network requirements Terminal Operating System TOS Terminal tractors, reach stackers, RTG cranes, and similar applications 450 Kbps to 1 Mbps Variable traffic Good coverage Up to 1-second latency Optical Character Recognition OCR TOS server integrated into OCR system 15 Mbps to 20 Mbps Constant traffic 100% coverage 10- to 50-ms latency Autonomous and teleremote RTG cranes 30 Mbps for AutoSC 60 Mbps for RTG cranes Constant PLC traffic Constant video traffic 0-ms handover Coverage across the working area 50-ms latency Autonomous horizontal transport automation for Programmable Logic Controller [PLC] applications 1 Mbps for AutoSC/AGV Constant PLC traffic 0-ms handover Overlapping coverage at the working area 50-ms latency Terminal automation depends on flexible and reliable wireless technology that can provide full coverage, extremely low latency, zero packet loss, fast handoff, high bandwidth, and easy installation, provisioning, and management. Cisco Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul technology is designed with such requirements in mind and delivers unique capabilities, as outlined in Figure 7, to overcome those challenges and exceed those stringent requirements. Figure 7. Cisco Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul capabilities Connecting terminal operating system Malta Freeport Terminals, located at the center of the Miditerranean Sea, is a premier trans-shipment hub, having successfully operated for over 30 years as a vital part of the Mediterranean containerization market. The Freeport is located at the crossroads of some of the world’s most important shipping routes, making it an ideal intersection point for any shipping lines. It covers almost 2500 meters of deep-water quays, with 21 STS cranes, 65 RTG cranes, and ancillary yard equipment, amounting to a total of 250 pieces of container-handling equipment. Automation plays a vital role in the Freeport to boost the efficiency of the terminal operation, and is a strategic step to exploit the full potential in the future. The Freeport has updated its Navis Terminal Operating System with the migration to N4/XPS to keep up with the demand for optimum efficiency. To cope with demand and future growth, the Freeport needs a wireless network that can overcome the harsh environmental challenges and bring high bandwidth scale to 50 Mbps, low latency less than 5 ms, and fast roaming communication to 250 pieces of equipment, which move at speeds up to 25 km/hr across the entire terminal. Cisco Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul exceeded the Freeport’s expectations, delivering a solution that can achieve data speeds of 50 to 60 Mbps with extremely low latency of less than 3 ms and zero packet loss over distance of 600 to 800 meters. It not only meet current deployment requirements for TOS, but is also able to scale to accommodate future use cases such as remote operation of RTG cranes. Figure 8 presents a sample topology with solution components and key business outcomes. Figure 8. Connecting to the TOS Terminal automation teleremote and AGV To date, the remote supervised and fully automated container cranes are electric powered, bundled with fiber optics to provide reliable control connectivity and data transfer to remote operating stations. This has been done with RTG cranes as well, but it has been limited to fully electric ones. Moving diesel-powered RTG cranes to a remote operation model has been held back by a lack of wireless communication technology that can meet operational requirements for high bandwidth, low latency, reliability, and security. RTG crane automation requires average 60-Mbps bandwidth, with sub-50-ms latency, minimum system availability, and milliseconds handoff to operate at its full potential. The sample architecture of this use case is illustrated in Figure 9. Figure 9. Teleremote automation Cisco Customer Experience In today’s rapidly evolving OT and industrial spaces, customers and systems integrators are challenged to keep pace with new technology trends to ensure that projects are delivered in a cost-effective manner. With Cisco’s suite of Industrial Networking and Security services, our partners and customers can reduce solution implementation risk on projects that leverage Cisco IoT technologies in a true model of partnership with Cisco. With simplified packaging, a flexible consumption model, and advisory services covering each key project milestone, this suite of services can allow you to enter new markets with confidence to expand and grow your business. Cisco’s CX Industrial Networking and Security services help port and terminal operators accelerate the digitization of their existing operations using a unique architecture-based approach to service delivery. Cisco CX leverages strategy development, architectural assessments, network design, migration and deployment assistance, and support services to help Cisco’s key ecosystem partners plan, build, and manage solutions. These solutions focus on business outcomes that result in improved operational efficiency, risk mitigation, higher productivity, improved worker safety, and deeper intelligence and insights, with security at the core of the end-to-end solution. Figure 10. Cisco CX services With more than 30 years of industrial networking experience, Cisco is uniquely positioned to address these new demands on industrial networks, which require a greater need for improved interconnectivity across industrial equipment and enterprise networks. Our proven processes and tools deliver consistent results based on best practices and strong communication. Our experts deliver services that allow organizations to accelerate the integration and transformation of their current infrastructure to the next-generation network, capable of evolving operations to continue to meet the evolving demands of the business. Conclusion Port and terminal operators around the world are looking for innovative ideas to improve their operational efficiency while keeping costs down, securing their critical infrastructure, improving safety for the workers and facility, and increasing operations and application uptime. All these cannot be achieved without a reliable, scalable, and secured infrastructure. Cisco, along with our partners, is able to deliver a solution that not only transforms business operation today but also helps the operators be well prepared for the future. Based on the industrial standard ISA-95 reference architecture, the Cisco Connected Ports and Terminals solution incorporates Cisco networking innovations such as intent-based networking with Cisco IoT networking and security, securely and reliably connecting sensors, devices, machines, and people to support use cases including terminal automation, cyber and physical security, and port operations and monitoring. Cisco’s ecosystem of partners and Cisco professional services are available to help port and terminal operators design, deliver, and even operate the Connected Ports and Terminals solution as part of an end-to-end solution that meets your specific needs.
PSAChennai started operations in 2009 and has achieved 9 millionth TEU benchmark in February 2022. It handled more than 906,000 TEUS throughput in 2021. PSA Chennai was accredited with multiple Exim achievement awards and won the South East Cargo & Logistics Awards - Container Terminal of the Year awards in , 2018, 2019, 2020-2021
Last Updated on Aug 2, 2022Jun 9, 2023 by Proofread & Edited by Editorial Staff. Terminal Operating Systems TOS is one of the most important software you currently need. We know! Today’s Terminal Operating Systems TOSs are incredibly versatile, and because of strong competition, have remained a relatively low-cost investment for most. Currently, with dozens of options available for Terminal Operating Systems TOS in the market – finding the right Terminal Operating Systems TOS of June 2023 can be tricky. So we spent dozens of hours researching and testing everyone we could get my hands on. Based on our experience with the apps, here are 10 Best Terminal Operating Systems TOS. Click on any app to learn more about why we chose it, or keep reading for more context on Terminal Operating Systems TOS. On this page, you’ll learn about the followingWhat is Terminal Operating Systems TOS?10 Best Terminal Operating Systems TOSNavisOPUS TerminalGullsEyeMaster TerminalHogia TerminalCommTracCATOSMainsailAutostore TOSContCloudWhat is the Best Terminal Operating Systems TOS?How to Choose Best Terminal Operating Systems TOS?FAQ’s What is Terminal Operating Systems TOS? Operating systems for terminals TOS is in charge of container movement at cargo facilities. To enhance efficiency when loading and unloading container ships and other vehicles, cargo terminal managers utilize TOS software to monitor a variety of events throughout an entire port or inland terminal. Terminal managers can use these systems to organize complex daily logistics involving ships. Trains, vehicles, cranes, and port workers transport many types of cargo. To handle vessel and equipment scheduling and track cargo container movements, cargo port personnel use a TOS. maximize yard space allocation and make judgments based on real-time terminal operations information A TOS can work with other logistical software, such as ERP systems and accounting software. A product must meet certain criteria to be included in the Terminal Operating Systems TOS category. Control the flow of goods and containers via cargo ports. Maximize the use of terminal equipment like cranes. Plan and schedule vessel or vehicle loading and unloading. Space management in the container yard should be automated. Real-time monitoring of cargo terminal activities Read More 10 Best Terminal Operating Systems TOS 1 Navis 417 visited this site today Navis is a provider of operational technologies and services that unlock greater performance and efficiency for the world’s leading organizations across the cargo supply chain. Navis combines industry best practices with innovative technology and world-class services, to enable our customers, regardless of cargo type, to maximize performance and reduce risk. Through its holistic approach to operational optimization, Navis customers benefit from improved visibility, velocity and measurable business results. Whether tracking cargo through a terminal, improving vessel safety and cargo capacity, optimizing rail network planning and asset utilization, automating equipment operations, or managing multiple terminals through an integrated, centralized solution, Navis helps streamline operations. Read More 2 CyberLogitec’s OPUS Terminal is an integrated Terminal Operating System TOS platform built on J2EE-based open architecture, OPUS Terminal assures terminal operators exceptional flexibility and scalability to meet your extreme business demands. Covering the spectrum of terminal operations and linking different equipment and systems, OPUS Terminal converges the functions of planning, operations, EDI, and KPI Dashboard analyses. This seamless overview provides useful intelligence of operational performance across the entire port. These real-time, solution features enable container terminals to automate planning and key operational processes. OPUS Terminal facilitates your business in optimizing productivity and maximizing operational efficiency. Features • TLS Terminal Logistics System A total asset management system that streamlines equipment work queues based on individual workload. • Advanced Vessel Planning Measures operational priorities like IMDG and port of destination, it intelligently plans and assigns containers into specific slots within the vessel. • Advanced Yard Allocation Container allocation within the yard is prioritized according to the vessel’s stowage location, the yard’s work queues and available work tiers. • Global Truck Pooling Optimizes truck travel distance and waiting time by assigning trucks for maximum equipment pooling across activities by intelligently optimizing travel paths to reduce congestion. • Graphical VMT/PDA Graphical-based UI devices for equipment Vehicle Mounted Terminals and operational personnel Personal Digital Assistants to facilitate management of tasks. • Internet of Things IoT Ready system supports a variety of remote positioning protocols such as RFID/DGPS/INS/PDS. . Read More 3 GullsEye is a terminal operating system that accelerates container, ro-ro, general cargo, liquid cargo services in the terminals. With advanced monitoring and reporting modules GullsEye guarantees customer satisfaction and provides comprehensive audibility. Its optimization and workflow modules increase productivity and decrease operating expenses. With rich dashboards designed for mobile devices and web, it is possible to access all statistics and key performance indicators on the fly. Thus it helps to make timely decisions with accurate and real time information. Also customers can manage and monitor operations anywhere with web & mobile applications. GullsEye gives terminal’s customers a complete self-service solution for executing and monitoring. Easy integration with ERP systems is another value of GullsEye and it is totally focused on how to see the complete picture. GullsEye has extensive know-how in software development, 3D virtualization, process optimization and supply chain optimization. . Read More 4 Master Terminal is the world’s leading terminal operating system TOS for mixed cargo ports. It provides a single integrated, real-time view of all operations and data.. Read More 5 Hogia Terminal is a standard software product continuously updated with easy-to-use interfaces. Its state of art functionality gives a lot of value for your investment.. Read More 6 CommTrac is a total terminal operating system TOS software package for bulk and multi-purpose terminals handling coal, ores, grain, agri-bulk, general cargo, RO-RO, liquid bulk, marine and others.. Read More 7 Total Soft Bank Ltd.’s CATOS is a comprehensive terminal operating system providing usability, interoperability, scalability and flexibility across the entire range of terminal’s work processes and decision making activities. Based on TSB’s accumulated experience and expertise, TSB has incorporated the most flexible and state-of-the art technology into CATOS to meet customers’ needs. This proven system also satisfies users with TSB’s customized service and future-directed business insight. The family system, ATCSSAutomated Transfer Crane Supervisor System and CHESSContainer Handling Equipment Supervisor System, also work in between CATOS and ARMG controller to support automatic container handling in the yard and GPS based resource pooling for container transportation. With Plan-Do-See PDS concept, CATOS supports users to streanline and automate modular work processes for shorter operation cycles an higher performances. . Read More 8 Mainsail optimizes system response times and offers a simple, cost effective means to deploy and run the terminal operating system.. Read More 9 Autostore Terminal Operating System TOS allows you to control the movement and storage of various types of cargo in and around a container terminal or port. The system enables you to make better use of your assets, labour and equipment, plan your workload and receive real-time information that enables cost-effective, improved decision making. Flexible scales easily to support the most complex and ambitious business objectives. Proven installed worldwide, Autostore is the TOS solution of choice for dynamic port operators. Power easy-to-use Windows platform that’s highly-configurable for peerless, terminal-wide control. . Read More 10 Navis OPUS Terminal GullsEye Master Terminal Hogia Terminal CommTrac CATOS Mainsail Autostore TOS ContCloud How to Choose Best Terminal Operating Systems TOS? Modern TOS have many advantages and minimize manual handling and paper usage. They also help terminals manage units efficiently. The following are five tips to choose the right TOS Know your audience and assess their needs. You must ensure that your terminal will benefit from the solution you choose. A good solution helps users learn and understand the TOS. In addition, the interface should be easy to navigate and provide a rich user experience. Integrated data storage system A comprehensive data storage system is a must. A good solution allows you to store all of your information in one location. The TERMINAL DATAbank is the heart of the software and keeps track of all data and modules in real time. The mission definitions are based on the most current situation at the terminal. The full history of events is always available for complete control. You can create a mission with the TOS. Flexible and customizable The system should be modular and scalable, allowing you to expand as your business grows. It should also be flexible, allowing you to segment a system at any stage of development or production capacity. The system should include a centralized operative part, document management, and statistical data system that handles analytics and reports. You can also purchase additional modules such as billing and ERP integration. The system should be easy to install and use. Choosing the right terminal operating system for your needs is critical, but the decision process is easier than ever. You need to decide how you want to implement the new technology and change your processes. Using an information management system can streamline your operations and improve your bottom line. Consider the features that will make your terminal operate better. You’ll also want to choose an IT partner that can integrate the system with your business systems. This will save you time and money, so look for the right one. The best terminal operating system should provide all the functionality you need. It should be easy to install and use. Moreover, it should support all the necessary software and hardware. It should be flexible enough to integrate with your current workflow and meet your specific needs. Most of the best TOS software will also offer additional features. You should be able to find a system that works well for you. A free trial version can help you choose the right one for your business. Choosing the right terminal operating system can make or break your business. A standardized platform will streamline your business and eliminate manual processes. Choosing a terminal operating system that supports these standards will help you grow your business. While it may seem like a simple solution, it can be very complicated to implement and maintain. However, if you’re careful, you’ll be able to choose the best one for your needs. The best terminal operating system should be scalable and can support different equipment types. It should also be easy to maintain and customize. An OPUS Terminal, for example, will allow you to control all of its components, including its warehousing, cargo, and people. It will also be easy to use and configure. It should be intuitive and easy to set up. Its price should be affordable for your business. When choosing a TOS, make sure that it offers data capabilities that help you manage your business. You need to collect data that can help you make better decisions. For instance, you can analyze real-time movements of trucks and monitor the performance of reefer plugs. An OPUS Terminal must also allow you to view key business metrics, such as truck turnaround times and truck arrivals. Ultimately, the TOS must support the functions you need. The best TOS can monitor all aspects of a business. For example, it can monitor the number of moves per hour, truck turnaround time, and the number of reefer plugs. Depending on your industry, this can improve productivity. If you’re a railroad or a container terminal, you should choose a TOS that supports both of these. A streamlined operation will also increase employee morale. Read More FAQ’s What Is Terminal Operating Systems TOS? TOS is an operating system that is designed to be used in the event of a major disaster or catastrophe. It is a backup system that would be used for emergency purposes. TOS is not a new concept, as it was used in the past to help keep communications open in the event of a nuclear attack. Are There Any Free Terminal Operating Systems TOS? There are many free terminal operating systems TOS available, they’re just not as popular as Windows and Mac. Which is a shame because they are just as good as the more popular ones. Is Terminal Operating Systems TOS Easy To Learn? The answer to this question is not simple. TOS is easy to learn if you are an experienced computer user. If you are not, you will need to spend a lot of time learning and memorizing commands. TOS is not as user-friendly as other operating systems. Is Terminal Operating Systems TOS Worth It? TOS is the most popular operating system in the world. It is a fast, efficient, and reliable operating system. There are many reasons to use TOS. It is a stable and secure operating system. TOS is also easy to use. It is a good operating system for beginners. What Can Terminal Operating Systems TOS Do? There are many different types of operating systems, but TOS are the most popular. TOS are used in many different industries and are used to power our phones, tablets, and computers. TOS are also used in many different applications. How To Use Terminal Operating Systems TOS Effectively? The Terminal Operating Systems TOS is a much more efficient and cost-saving way to do your work. It is a more efficient way to do your work because it is faster and more cost-effective. I know you want to use Terminal Operating Systems TOS, thus we made this list of best Terminal Operating Systems TOS. We also wrote about how to learn Terminal Operating Systems TOS and how to install Terminal Operating Systems TOS. Recently we wrote how to uninstall Terminal Operating Systems TOS for newbie users. Don’t forgot to check latest Terminal Operating Systems TOSstatistics of 2023. In Conclusion Choosing the best Terminal Operating Systems TOS is not a difficult task when you have all the details and requirements. Most of the above-mentioned Terminal Operating Systems TOS have impressive and user-friendly features. Now, it is up to you which software you’d pick up that meets your requirements. Consider the effectiveness and efficiency of each Terminal Operating Systems TOS, including the features and capabilities. You must also evaluate your objectives, required functions, and budget before choosing the right Terminal Operating Systems TOS of June 2023. See which will give a great deal. 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TheUst-Luga Container Terminal is owned by the Global Ports group (80%) and Eurogate (20%). Global Ports group (GPI) was established in 2008 by Russian transport group N-Trans (TIHL) and APM Terminals, each with 30.75% of share capital. In April 2018 TIHL sold its 30.75% stake in Global Ports to LLC Management Company "Delo" ("Delo Group
A Terminal Operating System TOS is a vital part of a terminal and primarily aims to control the movement and storage of various types of cargo in and around a container terminal, port or inland depot. Terminal Operating Systems often utilize other technologies such as the internet, EDI processing, mobile computers/mobile devices, wireless LANs, Radio-Frequency Identification RFID and DGPS to monitor the flow of products in, out efficiently and around the terminal. Data is either batch synchronization with or a real-time wireless transmission to a central database. The database can then provide useful reports about the status of goods, its locations, as well as the CHE container handling equipment in the terminal. A TOS also enables a terminal to make better use of its assets, labor, and equipment, plan workload, and get up to the minute information which allows for more timely and cost-effective decision making. The objective of a TOS is to provide a set of computerized procedures to manage cargo, machines, and people within the facility, to enable seamless, efficient and effective management of the facility. A TOS should support a streamlined operation, from high-level vessel/berth planning down to equipment and work instruction execution. Apart from the above, a TOS should provide a terminal with the full suite of operational capabilities, including Yard management; Vessel management; Berth management; Crane allocation; Container Handling Equipment CHE management; Rail management; Gate management; Booking and Pre-Advice of containers; Truck management and enquiry; User security and access control; and Reports fixed and user configured. A TOS should also have optional interfaces to external third-party systems Financial systems, radio data terminals, REFCON Reefer Monitoring system, Electronic weighing scale, DGPS systems, etc.. There are currently not many TOS systems available within the market offering true real-time capabilities. The provision of real-time data is essential for decision making in particular within terminal operations, enabling the management to make the right decision based on the correct information. Back to Glossary Index
Theonly TOS that supports multi-terminal visibility and control, N4 is designed to scale as your operations change. Whether you operate a single terminal or many terminals across multiple geographic locations, Navis delivers unique capabilities to coordinate and optimize the planning and management of container and equipment moves in a terminal's complex business environment. N4 is the market accepted standard for Terminal Operating Systems.
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This is a short introduction to key elements in a TOS implementation – a challenging project for any terminal operator. Plenty of detail has been omitted as this is just an insight into central themes. If the steps in our previous blog - How to Choose a TOS - were followed then you should be in reasonable condition to begin implementation with a good scope, supplier contract and general strategy to start. If not, then a phase of detailed scoping will be vital to make sure the project will deliver what you intend. Use Project Management methodology – A TOS implementation is a significant project in scale, cost and scope of organisational change, so a robust methodology should be used – Prince2 or similar – to keep up communications, risk management and all those important generalities which we’ll assume as standard here. Take the Lead – Once the contract is signed, it is likely the nice salesman from the TOS supplier will disappear off to his next challenge, handing you over to the implementation team. At this stage, as client, it is important to take an active leading role in delivering the project, extracting the best results from the implementation for your business. It is good practice to assign an internal project leader to own the delivery of the project, ideally someone with previous technology project experience, or hire in externally for the project lifecycle perhaps from Port Solutions This leader needs to work closely with the suppliers and internal departments, being confident to lead the delivery. Form a Team – An initial stage is to get all the functional pieces of the project delivery together and form a balanced team to cover all these key areas. Usually, selecting department managers to become Super Users is a bad idea – they have the business knowledge but lack time and sometimes technical skills to commit to the project. A TOS project needs a core team of 3 to 6 Super Users depending on size/scope of operation which will need to be flexible to leave behind some of their daily work to commit whole days to testing, training and support. This team needs to have capability in using and testing software, but also plenty of people skills to motivate the workforce during implementation, a key factor for success. A motivated and capable project team is a critical success factor, as some challenges lie ahead. Make a Plan – Usually, the first exercise starts with trying to figure out a Go-Live date to tell the Chief Exec; try to avoid this pitfall if possible! If the TOS implementation involves any software customisation, automated interface testing, or medium scale staff reorganisation, then timelines will be very difficult to predict at the outset. It is more important to be sure all the tasks are gathered together and structured into an approach that can be laid out on a plan for both client and the various suppliers to tackle their parts in a suitable order, with a motivation to achieve each part with best speed, and then a more accurate final timeline will gradually evolve as the tasks progress. Having a weekly focus and closer deadlines for each task drives better productivity rather than a far-off goal, and also allows a dynamic flexibility to change tasks as needed. Detailed planning and leadership is important to be sure no task is overlooked or time wasted, of course, but a flexible approach will deliver a better quality result in the end. Learn, Test, Evolve Process – As soon as possible, get a test version of the TOS installed and configured for your site, taking any training programmes on offer for the SuperUser team. Then, work through all the operational processes together, learning and testing the software in depth. Make sure all areas are tested thoroughly, especially critical and troublesome areas like Customs processing, all system interfaces and mobile devices. Essentially, build a test environment that mirrors what you will implement in real-life. From this exercise any gaps or bugs in the software can be discovered and resolved – it’s important to be ruthless at this stage, while the suppliers have your full attention. Slack testing now can create long-term workarounds and operational inefficiencies. This process will lead to a vision of how your operation will work and informs the construction of work process instructions, training materials and staff change programme. Embrace Business Change – A TOS project is a change to the foundation of an operation and staff, equipment and practice change is a key element. Once a vision of how the system will work in your business, it’s a great opportunity to really look at becoming more efficient, resilient and capable as an operation. Adoption of a TOS will make changes to staff roles – don’t try and hide from that as the workforce will smell change and, therefore, risk – embrace the positive aspects and use this time to make any necessary structural changes. A key reason for engaging a TOS is for customer service improvements, so be sure to communicate with customers and try to capitalise on any technical advances to lock them into the business further – perhaps with real-time EDI, automated stock reports or a web portal for booking cargo release/pre-advise. Practically, there is also some risk to service during the go-live phase, so best to keep them onboard as customer patience may be vital later on. People are Key to Success – Once a fully tested and satisfactory test environment has been established, work processes refined, then a programme to execute can begin. The work processes should be built into a training manual and role-based programme to train the key staff on system operation – teaching them how to do the old job in the new way. This training needs to be close to the Go-Live day and delivered with confidence remember staff will be nervous of change and make sure everyone is included – from finance manager to RTG driver. Much of the training effort will unfortunately be forgotten and a 100 page manual will be ignored, so be sure to get staff to sign-off their receipt of training in case of later difficulties. A great help is to create one page flowcharts of process and stick them to the office wall or machine bulkhead for staff to refer to during operations. Motivation of all layers of staff is key to a successful Go-Live and inclusive communications is important to keep up confidence and support for the project – negativity from some staff is common and a challenge to the project leader, but must be addressed continually. Time to Go-Live! – At a suitable date, with all risks understood, staff trained and systems ready the Go-Live process can begin. The test configuration of the TOS needs to be translated over to the live version and a data migration programme carried out either automated or manually to mirror a snapshot of the yard stock onsite. From here, a parallel run with the old method or system is recommended for a day or two, as a fall-back position. Often, this won’t be sustainable for long as double-working is resource hungry. The SuperUser team should be prepared for long hours working shifts to support the operations team – this is the time when staff learning and process adoption really happen and a strong hand is needed. Mop Up – After a couple of weeks a review of any tasks that failed, got left behind or need re-thinking should be gathered together into a post-Go-Live phase of works. There may have been intentionally delayed modules perhaps Billing, or Management Reporting that need delivery as a later phase. Ideally, there are only a few technical surprises, but may often be need to revisit some staff training or role-based processes to refine or reinforce the new methods; the desire to fall back to old methods or short-cuts is strong in the early months. Completion… and into the Future – Once the scope of work for the project has been delivered, there needs to be a typical project closure assessment, from which a number of future tasks or ideas might arise. Although the TOS project may be closed, the terminal operator’s relationship with the TOS will continue to evolve over many years, as new customer requirements or business changes drive further improvements. Within the business, a dedicated staff role to own the TOS and support the staff is important, often as a part of a Process Excellence’ position. There will be system upgrades, testing and deployment to deliver regularly and, as the TOS supplier improves their products, your business can benefit by being part of their improvement programme. TOS implementation varies significantly for different products and the needs of clients; this blog highlights some of the key points, but don’t underestimate the risks and effort required to successfully deliver a TOS project. Seeking professional expertise in this area can deliver valuable benefits ! Richard Willis is Director at Port Solutions Ltd, an independent consultancy firm specialising in the selection and deployment of technology and efficiency in the ports and terminals sector. Tel +44 151 4382158 info

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