Airline
software specialists IBS launches SmartCargo at ACF in Bilbao- A
web-based solution for airline cargo management
Released on
= October 11, 2004, 5:37 am
Press Release
Author = IBS Software Services
Industry = Software
Press Release
Summary = Bilbao, Spain – September 15, 2004 – IBS Software
Services (IBS) today launched its new-generation Cargo solution
– SmartCargo at TIACA’s 22nd International Air Cargo
Forum and Exposition here in Bilbao. SmartCargo is a web-based solution that comprehensively meets the needs of the core
cargo operations
of airlines.
Press Release
Body = Bilbao, Spain – September 15, 2004 – IBS Software
Services (IBS) today launched its new-generation Cargo solution
– SmartCargo at TIACA’s 22nd International Air Cargo
Forum and Exposition here in Bilbao. SmartCargo is a
web-based solution that comprehensively meets the needs of the core
cargo operations of airlines.SmartCargo is an effective tool for
cargo capacity management, tracking,
pricing, AWB stock control and ULD management. It enables accurate
estimation of available cargo capacities using historical information,
increases revenue through better management of available capacities,
maintains integrated cargo tariffs helping airlines to price their
services better. It provides up-to-the-minute information on shipment
status and facilitates communication of shipment status to the supplier/customer.
It also gives customers direct access to airline services via
the Internet. Significantly, the system minimises errors in data
capture that translates in
to substantial savings in time and cost.Associated with the launching
of SmartCargo, Mr. V K Mathews, IBS Chairman and Managing Director
was all praise for the team that came up with this innovative product.
He said, “SmartCargo is a futuristic solution that supports
the integrated management of cargo reservations and ground operations
of modern cargo carrying airlines. Built on technologies that offer
scalability, it can be customised to meet current and future business
needs”. SmartCargo is a product that has understood the needs
of the airline cargo industry and has delivered a very user-friendly
solution.Whilst SmartCargo is capable of
interfacing with a multitude of airline systems, it also facilitates
in providing information to Departure Control, Load Balancing, Revenue
Accounting, Financial Accounting, Passenger Reservation and Customs.
Peter Cefai – (COO, IBS-Europe)
said, “With this launch of SmartCargo, IBS has established
itself as a new generation cargo and logistics solutions provider.
In fact, IBS has combined domain vision and path-breaking ideas
with technology expertise and domain experience, to create a cost-effective
solution to solve business challenges of today and tomorrow”.IBS
recently partnered
with Cendant Travel Distribution Services (TDS), a division of Cendant
Corp. for the marketing of IBS’ new generation Passenger Services
System designed to replace legacy technologies. IBS domain expertise
was key to implementing a sophisticated
new generation cargo terminal operations system for the Emirates
Group and implementing a comprehensive mail management system for
Qantas Freight.
About IBS Software
Services
IBS Software
Services is a world-class provider of software solutions to the
global travel, transportation and logistics industry. IBS has business
operations in USA, Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific, and Group
companies operate out of USA (Atlanta), Europe (London), Middle
East (Dubai), Asia Pacific (Sydney) and India (Trivandrum). IBS
has a large offshore software production and competence
development center situated in India, which is SEI CMM Level-5 assessed,
and ISO 9001:2000 and ticket certified. The global clientele of
IBS includes major
corporations like British Airports Authority, Air Canada, Emirates,
Dubai Airport, Swiss, Qantas, SITA, EDS, Shell, GulfShare, and Qatar
Airways. More information
about IBS can be found on the web at http://www.ibsplc.com.
Media Contact:
Pradeep P. Suthan
Head-Corporate Communications
Tel: +91-471-2700080
Email: pradeeps@ibsplc.com