Use case: Logistieke efficiëntie bij Katoen Natie dankzij Smstools' geavanceerde busplanningstool

Problem: manual allocation and suboptimal planning

In the complex world of logistics and workforce deployment, Katoen Natie faced a major challenge: every day, hundreds of workers had to be assigned to the right location with an optimal bus distribution. Manual processes and suboptimal planning made this task unnecessarily complex. The objective was clear: eliminate manual actions and fully optimize and digitalize the entire process.

Solution: a custom bus planning tool by Smstools                                                        

Smstools delivered a practical and effective solution by developing a tailor made bus planning tool for Katoen Natie. This tool automatically assigns temporary workers to the correct buses based on the warehouse where they are scheduled to work.

Automatic communication and digital badges

Each worker now automatically receives an SMS message with their assigned bus number, ensuring clear and efficient communication. To guarantee that the right person boards the right bus, a QR scanner solution was integrated. Every worker carries a unique QR code that functions as a digital version of their badge.

Benefits: efficiency, accuracy and safety

The implementation of the Smstools bus planning tool resulted in significant benefits. The process is faster and more efficient, while the QR code system also increases safety and authenticity in the allocation process. This solution not only addresses Katoen Natie’s daily logistical challenges but also creates a streamlined and secure working environment for employees.

Innovation in practice: a sustainable solution

Smstools proved to be more than a solution oriented partner and positioned itself as a true innovator within Katoen Natie’s operations. The custom development and integration of modern technologies did not just solve immediate problems, they also paved the way for long term optimization and digitalization of logistics processes. With this advanced approach, Katoen Natie positions itself as a frontrunner in efficient and modern workforce management.