| 1.Features
of the new terminals |
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1) |
In addition to functions of
terminal operations such as gate in /out, vessel/yard planning, CATOS is more
efficiently interchangeable with in-house computer systems of the fundamental jobs and
Sea-NACCS making the best use of its EDI capabilities. In such manner the system covers
and supports all the terminal-related jobs including a variety of work as a shipping
company. |
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2) |
Adopting Windows-NT as the main
system platform with a view to interchangeability with "K"LINE’s global
systems, we strive to create a more open system circumstances and to reduce its
operational costs. |
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2.Expected effects of introduction of CATOS |
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1) |
The system is able to carry out
EDI flexibly with many types of internationally-recognized standard formats such as
EDIFACT leading to improved efficiency in processing of terminal work in connection with
Sea-NACCS, and better quality in terminal services through electronic data interchange
with customers and other terminal operating companies. |
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2) |
Advance in efficiency in cargo
tracking functions by token of smooth data exchanges of shipping-related information
including bookings, manifests, bay plans, container inventories. |
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3) |
Changing from old
office-computer-based system to new- package software supported by client-server system
ensures: (a) reduction on costs and expenses incurred by introduction and
operation/maintenance, (b) more easily coping with changing versions to catch up with
terminal operations in the future. |
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| 3.Terminals
where CATOS to be placed |
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four terminals in Japan managed
by "K"LINE :
Tokyo Ohi/Yokohama Honmoku Terminals, system operation starting on January 31, 2000
Osaka Nanko/Kobe Rokko Terminals, system operation starting in February 14, 2000
(Scheduled) |