Overview:

Consolbase, a leading logistics and container freight station (CFS) service provider in East Africa, recognized the need for a modern, integrated solution to manage their complex operations. With a heavy reliance on manual processes and disconnected systems, they sought a partner to streamline their workflows and introduce automation.

Animatrix Africa delivered a customized, fully-fledged CFS module built on Odoo ERP – the first of its kind globally – seamlessly integrated with core business functions like Accounting, Sales, Purchases, Inventory, Warehousing, and HR Document Management.

Challenges

• Complex CFS Operations: Managing the entire lifecycle of containers, from receipt to delivery, required intricate tracking and compliance with customs regulations.
• Disparate Systems: Consolbase relied on multiple, non-integrated tools leading to data silos and inefficiencies.
• Manual Documentation: Paper-heavy processes for documentation, approvals, and HR management were slowing down operations.
• Regulatory Compliance: Adhering to strict customs and logistics regulations demanded precision and timely reporting.

Solutions

• Customized CFS Module: Developed a comprehensive module on Odoo to manage container tracking, billing, gate pass generation, and customs documentation in real-time.
• Unified ERP Platform: Integrated all operational processes – CFS, accounting, sales, purchases, inventory, and HR – into a single Odoo environment.
• Digital Document Management: Implemented an automated document management system with digital approvals and audit trails.
• Compliance Automation: Customized workflows to automate reporting, invoicing, and compliance checks, reducing human error.

Key Benefits:

• End-to-End Visibility: Real-time tracking of containers, shipments, and operations from a single dashboard.

• Increased Efficiency: Automation reduced manual tasks by 60%, enabling faster turnaround times.

• Accurate Billing & Invoicing: Integrated accounting ensured accurate, automated billing, eliminating revenue leakage.

• Enhanced Compliance: Automated workflows helped Consolbase stay compliant with customs and logistics regulations effortlessly.

• Scalability & Flexibility: The modular design allows for future expansion as business needs evolve.

“The implementation of the CFS module on Odoo ERP by Animatrix has been a game-changer for us. We now operate with greater efficiency, accuracy, and confidence.”
— Consolbase Management