Enhancing Port Efficiency: The Role of Port Community Systems in Digital Transformation

CrimsonLogic, in collaboration with Techconek Vietnam, organized a conference to help port operators in Vietnam understand the uses and benefits of the Port Community System.

The event, attended by over 40 guests including industry experts and representatives from Saigon Newport Corporation, VICT Port, Long An International Port, Saigon Sowatco Long Binh Port, and SP-PSA, featured insights from Mr. Ng Chee Keong, Vice President at CrimsonLogic (Regional HQ – Northeast, Central and Southeast Asia) and Greater China General Manager, and Mr. Rahul Gupta, Senior Lead Business Analyst at CrimsonLogic, where they highlighted the PCS’ role as an information and communication hub, facilitating data exchange among parties involved in port operations.

In the context of current integration and development, constructing and developing the Digital Port model is a top priority for coastal countries globally, including Vietnam, as seaports are considered to be the gateway to the economy, playing a crucial role in global logistics and supply chain Speaking at the conference, Mr. NG Chee Keong - Vice President of CrimsonLogic and Mr. Rahul Gupta – Senior Lead Business Analysis of Crimsonlogic shared about the features and benefits of the PCSaaS system (PCS Lite) – A system of information and communication centers to facilitate the exchange of data between relevant parties in the Port's activities.

The conference also featured discussions on several key topics, including:

• The application of the PCS system to enhance a port community’s
  operations and services, and to facilitate multimodal, intermodal, and transit logistics services.
• Methods for providing a single data source that encapsulates the entire data exchange process while ensuring data integrity and eliminating data duplication.

Additionally, CrimsonLogic highlighted the global outreach of its PCS system, noting its successful implementation in numerous ports worldwide, such as those in Singapore, China, Saudi Arabia, Peru, Kenya, and India.

The fireside chat with experts from PSA, CrimsonLogic and Techconek Vietnam was particularly engaging. Speakers addressed questions from corporate representatives and port managers regarding implementation of the PCS system, risks associated with increasing numbers of electronic ports and complex cyberattacks, solutions to mitigate these risks, and methods to streamline and ensure the efficiency of port operations.

ABOUT CRIMSONLOGIC: 
CrimsonLogic, part of the PSA Group, is a global technology company driven by innovation to digitalize and simplify global trade.

With over 35 years of experience worldwide, CrimsonLogic specializes in technology-enablement in the fields of trade facilitation & compliance, port operations, government services and logistics. As a trusted partner to businesses, logistics service providers and governments, their tailored solutions are designed to meet the unique needs of every client, enabling seamless and secure optimization of supply chains and operations.

Having pioneered the world's first single window trade facilitation system for Singapore, CrimsonLogic continues to drive digital transformation in global trade via cutting-edge technology, exemplified by the successful implementation of innovation solutions in over 40 countries worldwide.

By Nhu Le