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TRL3708 ASSIGNMENT 3 SEMESTER 2 2024 (POSIBBLE SOLTION)
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TRL 3708ASSIGNMENT 3
SEMESTER 2
, 1.1.
How South Africa's Maritime Industry Can Leverage Data Collection and Analysis to
Address Challenges
Theory (5 marks):
Data collection and analysis can be a powerful tool for the South African maritime
industry to address challenges like port congestion and aging infrastructure. Here's
how:
Identifying Bottlenecks: Data can pinpoint inefficiencies within ports. Analyzing ship
turnaround times, cargo dwell times in yards, and equipment utilization rates can
reveal bottlenecks that contribute to congestion.
Predictive Maintenance: Sensor data from equipment can predict maintenance
needs before breakdowns occur. This can minimize equipment downtime and
prevent delays in cargo handling.
Infrastructure Investment Targeting: Data on cargo volumes, types of ships calling at
ports, and future trade projections can be used to prioritize infrastructure upgrades.
This ensures investments are targeted towards areas with the most significant
impact.
Demand Forecasting: Analyzing import/export data and economic trends can help
predict future cargo volumes. This information can be used to optimize staffing
levels, yard capacity, and equipment allocation, reducing congestion during peak
periods.
Benchmarking Performance: By collecting data on performance metrics like ship
waiting times and cargo handling efficiency, South African ports can benchmark
themselves against other leading ports globally. This allows them to identify areas for
improvement and implement best practices.
Application (5 marks):
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