Utilities
Automating Mining Logistics
The GILDMS Transformation
Business Background
A leading power producer operating a 500 MW lignite-based power plant faced persistent challenges in its mining logistics. Manual dispatch operations resulted in inefficiencies, including delays, errors, and limited visibility into fleet movement. These bottlenecks led to underutilized vehicles, higher operational costs, and disruptions in fuel supply to the plant. To achieve reliable dispatch and streamlined mining logistics, the company sought a fully automated, intelligent solution that could enhance dispatch accuracy, enable real-time monitoring, and drive operational efficiency.
Amnex Solution
Amnex developed and deployed GILDMS—an RFID-based Integrated Lime Dispatch Management System—tailored to GIPCL’s needs. With 53 RFID readers, 13 weighbridges, and 12 automated gates, the system streamlined vehicle entry, weighing, and dispatch. Integrated with SAP ERP and monitored by 31 high-resolution CCTVs, the centralized web application enabled seamless tracking, analytics, and decision-making. A dedicated Data Control Center offered live updates, ensuring end-to-end dispatch efficiency and oversight.
Impact
Accurate Dispatch
Optimized vehicle allocation and dispatch planning led to better fleet utilization, reduced idle time, and smoother logistics—cutting down operational costs.
Operational Transparency
Real-time tracking and data integration with ERP provided end-to-end visibility into dispatch activities, enabling better production decisions and resource planning.
Eco-Friendly Operations
By reducing wait times and improving dispatch cycles, the system helped cut down fuel consumption and emissions, supporting sustainable mining logistics.
Improved Traffic Safety
Automated traffic lights and gate barriers managed vehicle flow efficiently, reducing manual handling and on-site safety risks.
Power Sector Impact
The streamlined dispatch of lignite ensured uninterrupted fuel supply to the power plant, directly contributing to consistent power generation and grid stability.
