TruckandTrackAutumn2019

www.truckandtrack.com Autumn 2019 Truck and Track 33 TELEMATICS Fargo Systems’ pre-eminent position in the industry means it’s entirely possible that a single container import could touch four or more TOPS and CYMAN systems, rail terminals managed by CYMAN, road and rail planned by TOPS and tracked by ‘TOPS…on the go’ or TOPS ePOD. For example, a shipping line or forwarder managing the import in TOPS may choose to rail the container and send the rail ‘trunk’ of the job electronically via EDI to a rail provider. The road delivery ‘leg’ of the job would be sent via EDI to a haulier, who may use a subcontractor for delivery, again sending the job electronically by EDI. All parties could be using TOPS, with automatic updates flowing through the supply chain to provide real-time updates to each party and the end client. Steve continues: “These days our client base includes shipping lines, forwarders, retailers, hauliers, subcontractors and rail companies on the TOPS transport management system. “Plus, container yards, terminals, and container sales and leasing companies use our comprehensive equipment management solution, CYMAN. At the end of last year, the capabilities of CYMAN andTOPS resulted inbothbeing confirmedas the operating systems of choice for iPort Rail, the new intermodal rail freight facility at iPort Logistics Park in Doncaster. “As the UK’s first new inland rail freight hub for a decade, securing this contract was a real coup for us. Moreover, the key to our systems being specifiedwas our ability to provide iPort immediate access to relevant supply chain links and interfaces.” Andy Wishart, operations manager at iPort Rail, adds: “As a new facility with a newly established team, we not only valued Fargo’s product expertise but also their extensive knowledge of industry practice, which then helped us to refine our processes. What sets Fargo apart is the fact that they become an integral part of your business and they can be both reactive to, and mindful of, your business procedures.” Fargo Systems’ innovative product portfolio includes: TOPS TOPS is the UK de-facto standard container transport management system that goes beyond intermodal operations, covering a whole range of distribution, full load and network logistics scenarios. With sophisticated resource planning and efficiency-gaining tools, TOPS caters for desktop solutions, web-based solutions, global real-time tracking visibility and automated status messaging. TOPS…on the go A wholly integrated mobile telematics solution for own fleet smart devices. Capabilities include; transmitting full transport order information, GPS tracking, geo-fencing, automatic status updates and alerts, electronic proof-of-deliveries, defect reporting and standard admin tasks. TOPS ePOD A zero-admin internet browser-based solution that requires no device management to run. Full job order instructions can be transmitted to any smart device and receive back actual times, status and electronic proof of delivery (POD). TOPS.WEB A simple plug-and-play solution that delivers exactly the information you want to share with your trading partners. TOPS Anywhere An easy-to-use App that makes it possible for transport planners and operators to access critical information for each delivery, anywhere, anytime and from any Android or Apple device. CYMAN Fargo Systems’ container yard and intermodal terminal management software solution offers a comprehensive system for depots, terminals, asset sales, leasing and conversions, working in conjunction with TOPS or as a standalone solution. In conclusion, Steve Collins says: As well as our off the shelf suite of products delivered with a personal service, we also develop tailored solutions to meet the precise needs of clients operating across a hugely diverse range of markets. Yes, live data is a prerequisite of the global times in which we live, but our mission remains to provide IT solutions that transform the way in which our customers – large and small – do business. www.fargosystems.com Over 80%of the UK’s container transporters are Fargo Systems customers Fargo Systems on track for iPort Rail