Cochin Port deploys ERP solution

The Cochin Port Trust (CPT) has embarked on a comprehensive Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementation programme to enhance the operational capabilities of the port.

Christened 'e-thuramukham', the programme has been launched to implement a fully-integrated Port Information System (iPINS) using a SAP"�-based ERP solution, which will help the port improve its business processes and work practices, closely monitor the performance in all areas of operations and management, and provide improved levels of operations and efficient service delivery to customers.

N Ramachandran, chairman,CPT, inaugurated the 'e-thuramugham' project. The ERP platform, being customised for CPT by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), will be completed in 10 months.