Global chemical giant BASF operates production plants in several countries and is committed to creating additional value for its customers and increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of their processes. For its logistics, the company relies on a network of hundreds of carriers. One of BASF’s objectives was to manage logistics processes and enable teams to collaborate smoothly along the transport chain. The goal was for each shipment from BASF to automatically move through a standard workflow, from the production site to the recipient. With the installation of the Siemens AX4 cloud-based logistics platform, BASF could optimize management of their logistics network, automate communications to the carriers, transfer accompanying shipment documents from AX4 to the carrier system, and get status reports from the carrier. This new digital technology set the foundation for successful collaboration between BASF and its logistics network for all transport data. Siemens AX4 allowed for the integration of partners into the BASF network, and better control of transportation-related costs through the standardization of logistics processes. If you want to discover how Siemens AX4 can increase the transparency of your entire supply chain, visit http://www.axit.de/en/digitalization to learn more.

Deutz is a worldwide provider of diesel and gas engines, and a company that prides itself on spirit, passion and a commitment to quality. To achieve better performance, Deutz initiated measures to increase the quality and reliability of inbound and outbound shipments. In addition to simplifying workflows, the IT solution needed to adapt to Deutz’s SAP system and eliminate manual input along the entire process. Deutz also wanted to avoid investing in its own IT infrastructure and cut its process costs. Siemens AX4 logistics platform offered solutions including that integrated global suppliers, carriers and service providers into a single system and provided central access of logistics data for Deutz as well as its suppliers and carriers. By significantly increasing productivity, and improving reliability and on-time performance through automated workflows, the AX4 cloud-based platform allowed Deutz to maintain their “customer value, quality, and technology come first” philosophy. With this implementation, their desire to cut costs was also realized because there was no need for an additional investment to increase warehouse space. To find your digital logistics solutions and get on the road to success, visit http://www.axit.de/en/digitalization for more information.

As a provider of integrated logistics services in the railway industry, DB Cargo Logistics is responsible for managing the complete transport chain of its customers. To meet the highest customer expectations, DB Cargo Logistics wanted to implement a SCM solution that enables seamless, end-to-end monitoring of rail transports involving various rail carriers. As a leading provider of innovative sorting products, technology, and solutions, Siemens Postal, Parcel & Airport Logistics (SPPAL) proved its AX4 cloud-based logistics platform to keep DB Cargo on track. Siemens AX4 logistics platform brought many layers and levels of operation together for DB Cargo Logistics, including: Mapping train, railcar and container structures Defining schedules rail freightservices Import of real-time tracking data from all logisticspartners Tracking information for their entire rail network The company-wide integration resulted in improved routes for many prominent automotive customers, and more reliable processes and smooth workflows with lower management. Additionally, AX4 is offered as a cloud solution, so there is no need for on-site installation. The Siemens AX4 platform has become a critical tool for the retention of DB Cargo Logistics customers, and a way to help DB Cargo successfully boost daily efficiency, quality, and performance. To find out how you can manage your complete supply and delivery chain with one click, visit http://www.axit.de/en/digitalization  for more information.