Logistics Firm Liberates Staff With Data Automation

Customer

Freight Logistics Solutions (FLS) needed help to modernise its data warehousing capabilities to run more effecient operations and gain a competitive advantage. The aim for the cargo transport provider was to improve their digital position and scale their business.

Approach

We consolidated data into a centralised reporting database to eliminate manual work and provide more timely insights into the business and its customers. Collaborating closely with the management and technical team to deliver a build a scalable and cost-effective data warehousing and data integration process. Utilising a mix of scheduled and real-time data feeds to provide an up-to-the-minute view of the business performance.​

Objectives

  • Consolidate data from multiple sources into one centralised reporting system​
  • Deliver a cost-effective solution in terms of maintenance and scalability for the business​
  • Train staff so that key digital capabilities are developed and sustained within the firm​
  • Support data warehousing competencies in order to help leverage a distinct competitive advantage in the market​.

Achievements

  • Aligned prioritised technical requirements with business objectives in business modelling workshops
  • Delivered one central database using Azure SQL that consolidated multiple data sources​.
  • Delivered real-time data from APIs using Azure Functions. Real-time analytics support better business decision making​
  • Provided a cost-effective solution using Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Serverless solutions with no ongoing maintenance burden and the ability to scale easily​
  • Supporting ongoing data warehousing service in order to ensure database optimisation and backup maintenance.