Training and Development Study Middle East 3PL Industry, 2007. Eye for Transport.
Training and Development Study Middle East 3PL Industry, 2007. Eye for Transport.
Read MoreTag: Middle East
Emirates Post showcases postal IT solutions at Post Tech 2007 in Jeddah
The two-day conference cum exhibition was opened by HH Prince Khalid Al Faisal Bin Abdulaziz, Chief of Mecca region. Speakers highlighted the need for automating postal services through modern systems and IT solutions, and presented case histories of success projects from all over the world.
Emirates Post highlighted its indigenously developed POS system which automates counters and back office workflow. The system enables counter staff to deliver multiple services, both postal and non-postal, including payment of utility bills, Ministry of Labour Transactions and traffic fines.
Developed by IT Department of Emirates Post, the POS system enables it to add new services, and have a real-time link with new partners. The system has seen been adopted by neighbouring countries, and Emirates Post is talking to some other regional countries to transfer the technology to their postal networks.
‘Technology is playing a major role in the reform process of postal services,’ said Abdullah Al Daboos, Director General, Emirates Post. ‘Technology gives us tools to introduce greater efficiency, speed and security in all our operations. At Emirates Post, the POS solution has enabled us to take a quantum leap in customer satisfaction. At the same time, technology has enabled us to turn our post offices into one-stop shops for multiple services.’
Read MoreGCC postal managements discuss pan-GCC Logistics Company and improved speed post
Postal managements of GCC countries reviewed the progress of the proposed pan-GCC logistics company and an improved Mumtaz (speed post) for the region, at the 19th Steering Committee meeting of Arab postal corporations held in Jeddah recently. The meeting discussed a report submitted by the task force looking into the modalities of setting up the logistics company. The meeting also discussed the progress on the standardization of purchase operations and sourcing of postal items in bulk, in addition to issues such as customs procedures, inspection and movements of parcels, more efficient electronic money transfer within GCC.
A high-level Emirates Post delegation led by Mr. Abdulla Al Daboos, Director General of Post, took part in the deliberations. Other members of the delegation were Mr. Salem Al Shaya, Assistant Director General, Operations, and Mr. Abdullah Al Fan, Assistant Director General, Development and Marketing.
The postal heads appointed a team to study ways of improving movements of parcels within the GCC and another one to prepare a common Arab agenda for the UPU Congress in Nairobi in 2008. The stressed the need for a consensus so that their demands could be incorporated in the Nairobi 2008 Postal Strategy.
The GCC postal officials also met HH Prince Khalid Al Faisal Bin Abdulaziz, Chief of Mecca region, who urged for shared expertise in efficient mail and transport services within GCC countries. The meeting also honoured past heads of GCC postal organizations and recalled their contribution to the development of postal services in their respective countries.
Read MoreEmirates Post becomes first Federal Corporation to implement ‘green’ solutions
EMS solutions are designed to improve air and water quality, reduce waste streams, conserve natural resources and promote energy efficiency by measuring and verifying energy system performance and ensuring a rigid compliance with regulations. This will be achieved through optimising system design, introducing energy control systems, analysing energy bills, managing utilities, optimising energy saving equipment and recommending alternative energy sources.
Emirates Post has recently awarded a contract to Energy Management Services (EMS), one of the leading energy management and conservation companies in the Middle East, to implement ‘green building’ solutions at the postal company’s existing and new offices currently under construction. The move will make Emirates Post the first federal corporation to commence the process of achieving LEED certification, by adhering to the international rating system and standards for environmentally sustainable construction.
Under the terms of the agreement, EMS will systematically evaluate Emirates Post’s new and existing offices through an Energy Efficient Architecture (EEA) analysis, aimed at reducing energy usage and lowering costs. By incorporating the eco-friendly measures, Emirates Post offices will minimise environmental impact, protect the health of its occupants and utilise resources more effectively.
Additional services offered by EMS include Energy Value Analysis (EVA), renewable energy solutions, and energy saving equipment and water management techniques. For its innovative efforts, EMS recently received a special recognition award by the World Energy Congress in the United States and presently manages more than two hundred energy management projects throughout the Middle East.
Emirates Post to implement ‘green’ solutions
Emirates Post has recently awarded a contract to Energy Management Services (EMS), one of the leading energy management and conservation companies in the Middle East, to implement ‘green building’ solutions at the postal company’s existing and new offices currently under construction. The move will make Emirates Post the first federal corporation to commence the process of achieving LEED certification, by adhering to the international rating system and standards for environmentally sustainable construction.
Under the terms of the agreement, EMS will systematically evaluate Emirates Post’s new and existing offices through an Energy Efficient Architecture (EEA) analysis, aimed at reducing energy usage and lowering costs. By incorporating the eco-friendly measures, Emirates Post offices will minimise environmental impact, protect the health of its occupants and utilise resources more effectively.
EMS solutions are designed to improve air and water quality, reduce waste streams, conserve natural resources and promote energy efficiency by measuring and verifying energy system performance and ensuring a rigid compliance with regulations. This will be achieved through optimising system design, introducing energy control systems, analysing energy bills, managing utilities, optimising energy saving equipment and recommending alternative energy sources.
Additional services offered by EMS include Energy Value Analysis (EVA), renewable energy solutions, and energy saving equipment and water management techniques. For its innovative efforts, EMS recently received a special recognition award by the World Energy Congress in the United States and presently manages more than two hundred energy management projects throughout the Middle East.
Read MorePost & Parcel Magazine
Post & Parcel Magazine is our print publication, released 3 times a year. Packed with original content and thought-provoking features, Post & Parcel Magazine is a must-read for those who want the inside track on the industry.