DB Cargo sought to cut downtime and manual effort in managing damaged rail cars. An outdated system required constant adjustments and manual processing. To improve efficiency and reduce costs, a new automated solution was developed. Detecon led the project from feasibility to implementation.
20%
reduction of downtimes
14%
decrease in reassignments / reallocation of freight wagons
Steps along the way to cut downtime of damaged rail wagons at DB Cargo.
Smart Management for Damaged rail cars Elevates Efficiency
DB Cargo AG aimed to decrease the downtime of damaged rail cars, and reduce the time spent organizing, managing, and distributing replacements.
They sought to increase automation to streamline the selection of repair shops for damaged freight wagons. Previously, an outdated system dictated this distribution, leading to manually organized disposition of damaged wagons.
Continuous modifications in the workflow were needed, while fewer employees could operate and maintain the legacy system.
A new system was necessary to optimize rail car utilization, reduce costs, minimize revenue loss, and automate and scale the wagon damage process.
Detecon played a key role in this transformation by conducting the feasibility study, developing the business case, designing the implementation phase, and executing the project.
A new cloud-based web application
DB Cargo now utilizes a novel, cloud-based web application. In just a few seconds, this solution pinpoints the optimal repair shop for damaged rail cars, taking into account factors such as type of damage and distance to the shop.
The system aligns with current IT standards and smoothly integrates with existing interfaces. It also seamlessly connects with other applications.
The agile work processes offer maximum flexibility in managing requirements, and the modular growth approach is another boon DB Cargo enjoys.
Detecon provided comprehensive support throughout the project, developing enhanced concepts and subsequent releases following the initial launch.
Benefits for DB Cargo
The project's remarkable results include the development of a new software platform that increases productive time and achieves a 90% automation rate in the logistics, repair, and distribution of damaged rail cars. An intuitive, state-of-the-art user interface ensures quick learning and fewer manual corrections of transport orders.
Measurable Benefits:
- The new automated workshop selection process reduces downtimes by 20%, leading to a 14% decrease in reassignments or reallocation of freight wagons.
- Productivity boost: Efficient scheduling and reduced wagon downtime mean fewer trips to the workshop and more time for productive operations.
- Systematic data exchange via enhanced interfaces with connected systems ensures future-readiness. The cloud-native setup reduces operating costs and allows for adaptable updates.
- Integrated software dashboards enable real-time monitoring of maintenance processes.
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