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	Ferrovial Implements AMCS Mobile Workforce for Enhanced Waste Management

Ferrovial Implements AMCS Mobile Workforce for Enhanced Waste Management

Technology Category	Analytics & Modeling - Real Time Analytics Functional Applications - Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP) Functional Applications - Remote Monitoring & Control Systems
Applicable Industries	Recycling & Waste Management Transportation
Applicable Functions	Business Operation Logistics & Transportation
Use Cases	Digital Twin Fleet Management Predictive Maintenance Remote Asset Management
Services	Software Design & Engineering Services System Integration Training
Challenge	Ferrovial faced the challenge of optimizing their waste management process, which involved freeing vehicles from paperwork and manually managing around 80,000 route sheets per year. The goal was to reduce paper usage and manual data input while achieving real-time visibility of vehicle activities. Additionally, they needed a solution that was user-friendly for drivers and cost-effective for the company. Read More
About Customer	Ferrovial is a leading company in waste management services, handling everything from doorstep collection to processing, recycling, and energy creation from waste. They serve a diverse range of customers, including local authorities and large commercial entities. Ferrovial's technology-enabled collection vehicles capture essential data for reporting on waste management performance. With a fleet of over 300 trucks, Ferrovial operates extensively across Spain, making them a significant player in the waste management industry. Read More
Solution	Ferrovial implemented the AMCS Mobile Workforce solution, a modern alternative to traditional onboard computers. This mobile app for tablets and smartphones is fully integrated with the office system, automating the entire administrative process from ordering to billing. The solution allows drivers to stay continuously connected with planners, coordinate activities in real-time, and display orders on their devices for digital processing. The app also supports digital signatures, eliminating the need for paper forms and reducing administrative hassles. The iPad mini was particularly favored by drivers for its handy format and ease of use. Read More Log in to view content
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Technology Category

Analytics & Modeling - Real Time Analytics

Functional Applications - Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP)

Functional Applications - Remote Monitoring & Control Systems

Applicable Industries

Recycling & Waste Management

Transportation

Applicable Functions

Business Operation

Logistics & Transportation

Use Cases

Digital Twin

Fleet Management

Predictive Maintenance

Remote Asset Management

Services

Software Design & Engineering Services

System Integration

Training

Challenge

Ferrovial faced the challenge of optimizing their waste management process, which involved freeing vehicles from paperwork and manually managing around 80,000 route sheets per year. The goal was to reduce paper usage and manual data input while achieving real-time visibility of vehicle activities. Additionally, they needed a solution that was user-friendly for drivers and cost-effective for the company.

About Customer

Ferrovial is a leading company in waste management services, handling everything from doorstep collection to processing, recycling, and energy creation from waste. They serve a diverse range of customers, including local authorities and large commercial entities. Ferrovial's technology-enabled collection vehicles capture essential data for reporting on waste management performance. With a fleet of over 300 trucks, Ferrovial operates extensively across Spain, making them a significant player in the waste management industry.

Solution

Ferrovial implemented the AMCS Mobile Workforce solution, a modern alternative to traditional onboard computers. This mobile app for tablets and smartphones is fully integrated with the office system, automating the entire administrative process from ordering to billing. The solution allows drivers to stay continuously connected with planners, coordinate activities in real-time, and display orders on their devices for digital processing. The app also supports digital signatures, eliminating the need for paper forms and reducing administrative hassles. The iPad mini was particularly favored by drivers for its handy format and ease of use.

Impact #1	The implementation of the AMCS Mobile Workforce solution led to significant operational improvements for Ferrovial. Drivers are now continuously connected with planners, allowing for real-time coordination of activities. Orders are displayed on the iPad in the cabin and digitally processed by the driver, leading to a reduction in errors and administrative procedures. The solution also provides real-time visibility of vehicle activities, enabling quicker responses to new orders. Additionally, the use of digital signatures has eliminated the need for paper forms, further streamlining the process.
Impact #2	The mobile solution has also enhanced driver satisfaction due to its user-friendly interface and intuitive use. The iPad mini, in particular, was well-received by drivers for its handy format and lower cost compared to the iPad. The app's multilingual support (NL, GB, FR, ES, PL, DE) ensures that it can be used effectively by drivers from different linguistic backgrounds.
Impact #3	The digitization of processes has led to less work at the back office, as all functionalities are back-office independent and can easily connect to other applications if needed. This has resulted in a more efficient and streamlined operation for Ferrovial.

Impact #1

The implementation of the AMCS Mobile Workforce solution led to significant operational improvements for Ferrovial. Drivers are now continuously connected with planners, allowing for real-time coordination of activities. Orders are displayed on the iPad in the cabin and digitally processed by the driver, leading to a reduction in errors and administrative procedures. The solution also provides real-time visibility of vehicle activities, enabling quicker responses to new orders. Additionally, the use of digital signatures has eliminated the need for paper forms, further streamlining the process.

Impact #2

The mobile solution has also enhanced driver satisfaction due to its user-friendly interface and intuitive use. The iPad mini, in particular, was well-received by drivers for its handy format and lower cost compared to the iPad. The app's multilingual support (NL, GB, FR, ES, PL, DE) ensures that it can be used effectively by drivers from different linguistic backgrounds.

Impact #3

The digitization of processes has led to less work at the back office, as all functionalities are back-office independent and can easily connect to other applications if needed. This has resulted in a more efficient and streamlined operation for Ferrovial.

Benefit #1	More than 300 vehicles are equipped with the in-cab tablet solution across Spain.
Benefit #2	The solution has led to a significant reduction in the manual management of approximately 80,000 route sheets per year.
Benefit #3	The return on investment (ROI) for the AMCS Mobile Workforce solution is less than 6 months.

Benefit #1

More than 300 vehicles are equipped with the in-cab tablet solution across Spain.

Benefit #2

The solution has led to a significant reduction in the manual management of approximately 80,000 route sheets per year.

Benefit #3

The return on investment (ROI) for the AMCS Mobile Workforce solution is less than 6 months.

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Ferrovial Implements AMCS Mobile Workforce for Enhanced Waste Management

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