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Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP) continues digital strategy with latest ERP System from Ramco

Announcement posted by ACN Newswire 18 Feb 2019

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JOHOR, MALAYSIA, Feb 15, 2019 - (ACN Newswire) - Pelabuhan Tanjung Pelepas Sdn Bhd (PTP), a member of MMC Group, has sealed an agreement with Ramco Systems to upgrade the port's current Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.

The upgrade is part of PTP's continuous efforts in empowering its digital strategy and enhancing its operational efficiency. In addition, it is also to supplement the port's growing customer demand and requirement of the industry.

Under the agreement, Ramco will implement its comprehensive ERP suite comprising Procurement, Inventory, Finance, Maintenance, Human Capital Management, Treasury, Loan Management, as well as Planning & Budgeting.

Marco Neelsen, Chief Executive Officer of PTP, remarked that the latest digital roadmap is testament to PTP's commitment in providing best-in-class service for its customers. "Given the pace at which technological advancements are changing the world, it is imperative for PTP to remain competitive and attractive. By investing in the latest technology, we are establishing our terminal as one of the best equipped and most technologically advanced terminal ports in the region".

"We also wanted to choose a digital solution partner with tools that can aid us in our growth as well as give us the right platform to integrate to advanced technologies. With the product and service that Ramco provides us, we believe it will benefit us well".

Virender Aggarwal, CEO of Ramco Systems, stated "as one of the leading trusted ERP software providers, our main objective is to enable the end-to-end digital transformation for our client organisations. PTP, being one of the world's premier and biggest transhipment ports will expand our expertise while we continue supporting their vision with our technologies and innovations."

"Ramco's ability to offer a single integrated suite covering ERP, Finance, HR, and Asset Management all on the same platform coupled with capability to bring latest technology features such as Artificial Intelligence, Chatbots, Mobility and much more has been the key differentiator driving large conglomerates to embark on a digital transformation program," added Aggarwal.

Ramco ERP has been delivering significant innovation, cost savings, and superior business processes to global organisations. Ramco's focus on usability, context-awareness, mobility, overall flexibility and comprehensive functionality has enabled smooth technological transitions for customers.

About Port of Tanjung Pelepas

The Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP) is Malaysia's largest container terminal. The port delivers reliable, efficient and advanced services to major shipping lines and box operators, providing shippers in Malaysia and abroad extensive connectivity to the global market. Its terminal operations are backed up by state-of-the-art facilities, equipment and information technology systems linked to all port users. The Port is operating with 14 berths totalling 5.04 km in linear wharf design, and its container yard is one of the largest container storage facilities in the region with a capacity to 10.5 million TEU annually.

PTP is grouped under MMC Port Holdings Sdn Bhd (MMC Ports), Malaysia's largest integrated logistics service provider. MMC Ports is a wholly-owned subsidiary of MMC Corporation Bhd (BM:MMC), a leading utilities and infrastructure group with long standing credentials and capabilities in Ports & logistics, Energy & utilities and Engineering. PTP is a joint venture between MMC Corporation Bhd (70%) and APM Terminals (30%), a leading global ports group with a global port network in 62 countries. For more information, please visit www.ptp.com.my.

Visit www.mmc.com.my or call: 
Azrini Reezan Abd. Latiff
Head of Corporate Affairs
Port of Tanjung Pelepas
Tel: +6019 791 4669 / +607 504 2222 (x 8602)
Email: azrini@ptp.com.my 

Azlina Ashar
Head of Group Corporate Communications
MMC Corporation Berhad
Tel: +6019 6688 990 / +603 2071 1124, Fx: +603 2026 2431
Email: azlina.ashar@mmc.com.my 

About Ramco Systems

Ramco (RMCS:NSE) is a next-gen enterprise software player disrupting the market with its multi-tenant cloud and mobile-based enterprise software in HR and Global Payroll, ERP and M&E MRO for Aviation. Part of the USD 1 billion Ramco Group, Ramco Systems focuses on Innovation and Culture to differentiate itself in the marketplace. 

On Innovation front, Ramco has been focusing on moving towards Active ERP leveraging Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning by building features such as Talk It - which allows transactions to be carried out by simple voice commands, Bot it - which allows users to complete transaction using natural conversations; Mail It - transact with the application by just sending an email; HUB It - a one screen does it all concept built to address all activities of a user; Thumb It - mobility where the system presents users with option to choose rather than type values and Prompt It - a cognitive ability which will let the system complete the transaction and prompts the user for approval. 

With 1700+ employees spread across 24 offices, globally, Ramco follows a flat and open culture where employees are encouraged to share knowledge and grow. No Hierarchies, Cabin-less Offices, Respect work and not titles, among others are what makes the team say, Thank God it's Monday! For more information, please visit www.ramco.com. Follow Ramco on Twitter @ramcosystems / @ramcohcm and stay tuned to http://blogs.ramco.com.