Efficient processes a critical component in auto sector

Process optimisation is key in the automotive sector to ensure that SA-based operators of multinational motor companies have a compelling case to justify their continued local operation against worldwide competition and opportunity. “Efficiency in the associated import and export processes that are integral in the development of the primary automotive and secondary components industry in South Africa is critical,” says Sydney Ramoorthy of Core Freight Systems, the Johannesburgbased supplier of customs clearing and freight forwarding software. “Manufacturers need to review the supply chain not only from the perspective of the physical movement of the goods and the financial implications of this but also the associated data flows that facilitate the functions. “In terms of our systems, among the specific functionalities that have delivered tangible benefits are a proven mechanism for interface of data with other applications through CoreXchange and the accommodation of motor vehicle specific data and reliable bond store processing and recordkeeping. “These elements are not limited to automotive processing but in this sophisticated environment have proved particularly beneficial,” he added. CAPTION Sydney Ramoorthy … sophisticated solutions for a sophisticated environment.