The document discusses how supply chains are moving to a virtual world through increased integration of information technologies. It provides examples of how Dubai has used mobile phones, portals, and wireless connectivity to integrate different parts of its supply chain, reducing cargo transfer time from port to airport to just 20 minutes. This virtual integration has increased supply chain visibility, optimized processes, and driven time savings of up to 30%. The document argues that Pakistan can similarly leverage growing wireless adoption and its large pool of technical skills to integrate its logistics sector and put it on a fast track to connect with global supply chains.
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Supply Chain in a Virtual World
1. SUPPLY CHAIN IN A VIRTUAL WORLD
Take Away from World Economic Forum DAVOS 2011-12
By: Yonus A. Siddiqui
Vice President Projects
2. WORLD ECONOMIC FORUM
GLOBAL AGENDA COUNCIL ON LOGISTICS & SUPPLY CHAINS
Global Agenda Councils (GAC) are unique multi stakeholder
groups that convene leading thought leaders from academia,
business, government & other fields to capture best
knowledge on key issues and integrate them into global
collaboration and decision making process.
The GAC on Logistics & Supply Chains is:
Contributing to the global dialogue on supply chain issues
Publishing articles and providing insights
Working jointly with GAC on Global Trade Systems to
propose new models of trade rather than just Tariffs.
4. INFORMATION DRIVES BUSINESS
Cargo from Jebel Ali Sea Port can be moved to Al-Makhtoum Airport
in just 20 minutes, (all processes included)
10,000 virtual stores opening up in China
USD 160 Bn. Annual online retail sales in North America
A transformational shift in logistics and supply chain
through virtual integration is in the making
5. JEBEL ALI PORT
MOBILE PHONE HOLDS THE KEY
Employee cell phones integrated with Labor Management
System (LMS)
LMS integrated with Berth Planning and Gate Controls
Automatically calculates the best labor deployment based on
forecasted variables
Multiple what-if scenarios for cost and time optimization
Berth Planning integrated with HRMS
Assigns workers to points of work in minimum time
3G connectivity given to shipping lines to access bay and
stowage plan information, helping to cut port call time
Time savings up to 30%
6. DUBAI LOGISTICS CORRIDOR
SPEED IS THE NAME OF THE GAME
Cargo from Jebel Ali Sea Port can be moved to Al-Makhtoum Airport in
just 20 minutes all formalities included
Dubai Trade Portal provides a virtual integration platform
Visibility of inbound shipments
Automating customs, entry and exit gates
Maximizing yard space on wharves
Maximizing Vessel efficiency
57,000 users
26% annual growth in transactions
Many companies using the Portal for 90% of their core services
Virtual integration of All Players
7. ENABLING EFFECT OF E-INTEGRATION
World Banks 2012 report on Doing Business
placed the UAE among the top 5 countries
(globally) for enabling Trading Across Borders
8. GARTNER REPORT 2011-12
Wireless adoption is growing by 30% annually
among supply chain businesses worldwide and this
number will continue to be driven by new spectrum
of network services being offered to logistics sector.
9. TAKE AWAY FOR PAKISTANI LOGISTICS SECTOR
Increasing affordability of wireless technology & Tech advancement
we can easily leapfrog to the virtual world and drive growth.
Tremendous Growth in Telecom Sector
120 Mn cell phone users
92% of land area; >10,000 cities/towns/villages covered
25 Mn. Internet users; 16% annual growth rate
Mushroom growth of asset tracking companies
Introduction of HHTs, RFIDs, Bar Codes etc.
Increasing addiction to social media
Big pool of tech savvy people
Market integration with global mainstream can be put on fast track
10. IMAGINE
THE IMPACT OF AN INTEGRATED SYSTEM ON LOGISTICS BUSINESS
Vessel demurrage close to ZERO
Port Cargo Velocity Gate out in 2 hours
Integrated Logistics Parks with all ports
Cargo crosses Afghan border in 3 days
Delivery confirmation sent to customers within 5 mins
Virtual shopping Walls in public places
On line ordering through cell phones & cell phones
Allowing staff to work from home