easyPOS, Port Operating System

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easyPOS is the port authority’s integrated management software package for efficient management of your port domain.

It’s a digital platform for coordinating all operations linked to port of call and port management. This single window is used by the entire port community, facilitating the exchange of information in total security and simplicity.

EasyPOS, a customized, modular offering

easyPOS is made up of 5 modules for managing ship calls, associated service requests, goods traffic (including hazardous goods), concession areas, waste, and port dues billing and collection.

easyPOS has been designed and developed by port professionals and information systems experts to ensure compliance with all your business processes, local exchanges and International Maritime Organization requirements.

Discover all easyPOS features

Port Call Management

The Port Call Management module coordinates all operations and events linked to ship calls.

Key features include:

  • fully configurable call management system,
  • simplified upgrading of declarations in line with regulatory updates,
  • natural integration of your port’s specific business requirements:
    – ability to manage different organizations, including structures comprising several ports
    – all ship services (piloting, towing, mooring, waste collection, etc.) can be handled within a single interface,
    – equipped with a FAL module for IMO FAL convention.
  • simplified technical integration into your information systems, thanks to a service-oriented approach,
  • guaranteed interoperability thanks to native support for international electronic exchange standards.

Port Services

The Port Services module manages services associated with port of call management, cargo types and state-owned operations.

Features include:

  • automates manifest entry and invoicing,
  • enables automatic integration of shipping lines’ electronic manifests,
  • manages all services associated with dangerous goods,
  • facilitates administrative procedures and economic management of the port domain:
    – reference system for lots and their occupancy,
    – water and electricity meters and meter readings,
    – domain-related claims repository,
    – domain access stations repository.

Port Fees Engine

The Port Fees Engine module dematerializes the fee schedule and calculates port fees.

Features include:

  • highly configurable calculation engine,
  • autonomous parameterization of simple rules by the port authority,
  • artificial intelligence and decision support to increase revenues from fees,
  • use of a repository.

Billing

The Billing module lets you manage invoices, from editing to the collection process.

Features include:

  • creation of all types of invoices from Port Fees Engine (port calls, goods, concessions, occupancy contracts, water and electricity meters, claims and access permits, etc.);
  • invoice lifecycle management (pro forma, final invoice, credit note, payment);
  • e-payment capability;
  • generation of unitary event notifications on invoices;
  • provision of a customer portal for tracking collections;
  • status report generation.

Business Intelligence

The Business Intelligence module provides you with performance indicators from a comprehensive database. The BI module enables you to :

  • improve decision-making,
  • optimize operational processes,
  • track your key performance indicators,
  • automate repetitive tasks (periodic reports),
  • and improve collaboration.

easyPOS at the heart of your port processes

Our expert engineers will support you in implementing the easyPOS solution at the heart of your port processes, and integrating the tool into your technical infrastructure.

From a technical point of view, easyPOS is :

  • a secure WEB application,
  • uses exchange standards (Edifact), enabling it to communicate efficiently with other systems,
  • API interface, facilitating integration with other software,
  • high-availability hosting,
  • scalable and upgradeable solution, ensuring its longevity over time.

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