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Supply Chain : Tech Trends From open source to terminal visibility By Diane METTLER Open Source Software: More and more companies are looking to open source software instead of more costly name brands. One example would be the choice of OpenOffice over Microsoft Office. OpenOffice is free to consumers, and although it doesn’t have quite as many bells and whistles as Microsoft Office, many companies and municipalities are making the leap. Remote Control Vessels: HPI has announced the successful commissioning of a digital propulsion, power and steering control system aboard the ex-USS Foster Self Defense Test Ship. HPI has designed the system to replace the existing analog controls, creating a fully integrated remote control system allowing the ship to operate un-manned at sea. The system is called the Digital Remote Interface Vector Equipment (DRIVE). www.hpi-llc.com GPS Tracking: GPS tracking isn’t new, but constantly being improved upon. GpsGate released GpsGate VehicleTracker 2.3 — a web based GPS tracking application for transportation companies. This version adds a redesigned user interface for improved operator efficiency, configurable system alerts for immediate email and SMS notifications and a mobile application interface for managers working in the field. gpsgate.com/news Fire Suppression: To help owners and operators better protect their crews and vessels, as well as meet updated SOLAS regulations; Sea-Fire Marine has come out with the Nobel K-5 Galley Wet Chemical Fire Suppression System. This independent system integrates seamlessly into the kitchen environment. It’s specifically designed to put out cooking oil and grease fires and prevent re-ignition and the wet chemical suppressant forms a thick, soapy barrier between the fuel’s surface and the atmosphere. It has no moving parts, eliminating failure due to faulty gauges, valves and other mechanical components. www.sea-fire.com Visibility at Terminals. Tideworks Technology’s web-based monitoring systems — Digital Bridge™ — provides terminal operators with complete visibility into real-time terminal performance and facilitates operational and customer service improvements. With an intuitive browser-based interface and instantaneous visibility to key performance indicators, Digital Bridge enables terminal management to analyze data using gate, yard, vessel and rail metrics, so they can make informed business decisions. www.tideworks.com	In This Issue Up Front News, Trends & Analysis News Trade Tools: Missing money Capitol Watch: Focus on job creation Supply Chain Chris Steele: Why you might be buying industrial real estate soon Compliance Corner: Use the Web for denied party lists Tech Trends: From open source to terminal visibility Product Review: Trucking drayage and chassis management software Commentary David Bennett: Real signs of trouble Gateway Glance New England Southern California The Port Community Bumpy Ride: Rebuilding PNW containerized exports Southwest Intermodal: Can intermodal incentives show the way? The Shipping Environment: Engaging in the community, slow steaming, and new green products Oceans are making waves Casualties The Big Texas spill leads off this month’s rundown Final Say Top 25 TIGER projects
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Supply Chain : Tech Trends