Vehicle Development and Transport Logisticsin the Information AgeBESTUFS workshop, Palmela 18-19 September 2003
Anna Marchisio and Pier Francesco Pennestri, IVECO S.p.A.Peter Sonnabend, Deutsche Post / DHL Express Deutschland
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Vehicles and Logistics in the Information Age
From simple transport to intelligent logistics
Classic workflow heterogeneous and focused on transport
New demands from economic pressures and globalisation
outsourcing of warehousing and transport as non-core business
integrated solutions and Supply Chain Management
one-stop shopping without geographic boundaries
Structural conversion of sector around logistics integrators
bundling of shippers, receivers, and external service providers
diversification to accommodate different products and branches
internal consolidation to exploit synergies between singular networks
Digital technologies enable automation of ‘old economy‘
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Vehicles and Logistics in the Information Age
Building intelligent logistics
Rationales for automation
seamless information along and ahead of physical flow
shortening of response times and improved quality of services
comprehensive and proactive information for customers, e.g. track and trace
cost reduction through optimised management of internal and external resources
Implementation perspectives
digitising of classic postal and logistics products and processes
mobile computing and communications for dynamic process management
web based services to manage business relations of internal and external clients
Process automation affects all aspects of transportation
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Vehicles and Logistics in the Information Age
Internet portals Online tracking
Automated lockersMobile companions
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Vehicles and Logistics in the Information Age
New capabilities through new technologies
Common aspects of mobile computing platforms
multistandard mobile communications: GSM, GPRS, BT, WLAN
Windows style operating system for various software applications
optional hardware plugs, e.g. (ring) scanner, belt printer, credit card reader
Personal Digital Assistant (PDA)
Multi-purposeindustrial scanner
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Vehicles and Logistics in the Information Age
The Compudaily project
Project rationale and objectives
cooperative showcase for technology demonstration
potential analysis and verification in practical application
complimenting expertise of leading companies
Project setup
two Daily HPI with Compudaily running B2B collection tours
multifunctional platform for operations monitoring and control
remote data access via Internet or wireless communications
generic functions with overall relevance to logistics sector
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Vehicles and Logistics in the Information Age
Compudaily at a glance
Basic solution plus logistics add-ons (scanner, software)
Logistics solution
PDA test
Pilot
PDA cost target
Customers
Funtionalities
Features and targets
Directive 95/54/EEC on electromagnetic compatibilityand relevant IVECO standards
Camper pilot in Italy
< 1,500 €
Small truck operatorsCamper owners
Basic solution
ComputerTrip telephoneSatellite navigator
Directive 95/54/EEC on electromagnetic compatibilityand relevant IVECO standards
Deutsche Post / DHL
Medium and big fleets
< 2,000 €
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Compudaily key features
Information interface for vehicle, palmtop integrated as future access tool for IVECO Customer Assistance services
Logistics service platform based on functionalities of basic software, tailor made extensions to customer specifications as required
Totally removable device in dashboard cradle, can be removed by the driver, or altogether from the vehicle for easy re-installation in another Daily
Open solution for easy integration with IVECO call centre services including customer support and after sales services
Innovative solution at much lower costs than compared to those of present dashboard integrated technologies (Ex.Connect)
Customisation: IVECO, together with HP and an external/internal service centre,will offer its Customers to include their “own” applications on the device
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Compudaily technical specifications
Electronic dashboard trip computer
Data reading from VDI via RS232 and storage in CSV format. Parameters currently include travelling time and distance, fuel consumption, speed, and rpm
Wireless GSM/GPRS telephone
PDA integrated telephone for vocal calls with standard phone board, SMS capability with alphanumeric board for customised messages, SOS call, SIM security function
Satellite navigation and localisation
Bluetooth antenna, route calculation with POI selection, road map visualisation
Barcode reader with location data memorisation (“electronic signature”)
Installation and restoration CD for recovery from battery exhaustion
PDA basic diagnostics toolkit and System Interface Personalisation
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Vehicles and Logistics in the Information Age
Practical applications in pilot
Tour plan upload, dispatch to PDA
Tour start notification, PDA to dispatch
Callpoint arrival, PDA unlocked from cradle
Scanning of parcel ident barcodes with PDA
Summary report for callpoint, PDA to dispatch
Next callpoint on screen, optional navigation
Parallel recording of key vehicle parameters
End of tour message, PDA to dispatch
Data download to inhouse IT network
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Vehicles and Logistics in the Information Age
Practical applications in pilot
Tour plan upload, dispatch to PDA
Tour start notification, PDA to dispatch
Callpoint arrival, PDA unlocked from cradle
Scanning of parcel ident barcodes with PDA
Summary report for callpoint, PDA to dispatch
Next callpoint on screen, optional navigation
Parallel recording of key vehicle parameters
End of tour message, PDA to dispatch
Data download to inhouse IT network
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Vehicles and Logistics in the Information Age
Practical applications in pilot
Tour plan upload, dispatch to PDA
Tour start notification, PDA to dispatch
Callpoint arrival, PDA unlocked from cradle
Scanning of parcel ident barcodes with PDA
Summary report for callpoint, PDA to dispatch
Next callpoint on screen, optional navigation
Parallel recording of key vehicle parameters
End of tour message, PDA to dispatch
Data download to inhouse IT network
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Vehicles and Logistics in the Information Age
Practical applications in pilot
Tour plan upload, dispatch to PDA
Tour start notification, PDA to dispatch
Callpoint arrival, PDA unlocked from cradle
Scanning of parcel ident barcodes with PDA
Summary report for callpoint, PDA to dispatch
Next callpoint on screen, optional navigation
Parallel recording of key vehicle parameters
End of tour message, PDA to dispatch
Data download to inhouse IT network
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Vehicles and Logistics in the Information Age
Practical applications in pilot
Tour plan upload, dispatch to PDA
Tour start notification, PDA to dispatch
Callpoint arrival, PDA unlocked from cradle
Scanning of parcel ident barcodes with PDA
Summary report for callpoint, PDA to dispatch
Next callpoint on screen, optional navigation
Parallel recording of key vehicle parameters
End of tour message, PDA to dispatch
Data download to inhouse IT network
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Vehicles and Logistics in the Information Age
Practical applications in pilot
Tour plan upload, dispatch to PDA
Tour start notification, PDA to dispatch
Callpoint arrival, PDA unlocked from cradle
Scanning of parcel ident barcodes with PDA
Summary report for callpoint, PDA to dispatch
Next callpoint on screen, optional navigation
Parallel recording of key vehicle parameters
End of tour message, PDA to dispatch
Data download to inhouse IT network
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Vehicles and Logistics in the Information Age
Practical applications in pilot
Tour plan upload, dispatch to PDA
Tour start notification, PDA to dispatch
Callpoint arrival, PDA unlocked from cradle
Scanning of parcel ident barcodes with PDA
Summary report for callpoint, PDA to dispatch
Next callpoint on screen, optional navigation
Parallel recording of key vehicle parameters
End of tour message, PDA to dispatch
Data download to inhouse IT network
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Vehicles and Logistics in the Information Age
Practical applications in pilot
Tour plan upload, dispatch to PDA
Tour start notification, PDA to dispatch
Callpoint arrival, PDA unlocked from cradle
Scanning of parcel ident barcodes with PDA
Summary report for callpoint, PDA to dispatch
Next callpoint on screen, optional navigation
Parallel recording of key vehicle parameters
End of tour message, PDA to dispatch
Data download to inhouse IT network
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Vehicles and Logistics in the Information Age
Practical applications in pilot
Tour plan upload, dispatch to PDA
Tour start notification, PDA to dispatch
Callpoint arrival, PDA unlocked from cradle
Scanning of parcel ident barcodes with PDA
Summary report for callpoint, PDA to dispatch
Next callpoint on screen, optional navigation
Parallel recording of key vehicle parameters
End of tour message, PDA to dispatch
Data download to inhouse IT network
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Pilot statistics and evaluation
Pilot duration: 22 August 2002 - 28 February 2003 (125 working days)
System availability actual : theoretical km
3,494 419 8.34 138 3,771 10,792 194
10,627 983 10.77 138 3,459 12,923 365
Daily 1Daily 1
Daily 2Daily 2
Distance (km)
Fuel use(litres)
Avg.cons. (litres/km)
Top speed(km/h)
Maximum rpm
Parcelsscanned
Operatinghours
02.0004.0006.0008.000
10.00012.00014.00016.00018.000
theoretical kmactual km.70.1 %
93.8 %
Daily 1Daily 1
Daily 2Daily 2
Average 86.9 %
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Expectations for the Future
Automation of logistics has only started
continued need for efficient information management
growing penetration of society with information technology
successive shift from dedicated systems to integrated solutions
Centralised vs decentralised information systems
no single system expected to offer best solution for all needs
continued reliance of many customers on individual inhouse systems
automation blueprint directed at modular platforms for internal and external users
adoption of open Internet standards (XML) as common shell to ensure interoperability
Operational linkup of freight management and dynamic traffic control systems
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