CORTEX plays a pivotal role in the logistics of telecommunications services, streamlining the processes of equipment delivery and return. It accesses and updates data from Warehouse Inventory systems, ensuring that resources are matched with available stock efficiently. For delivery it seamlessly integrates with third-party shipping companies, assigning and dispatching stock to the customer’s address. This integration extends to the coordination of equipment returns, where it schedules pickups of previously delivered equipment from customers through the same third-party shippers.
The capabilities of CORTEX go beyond coordination. It actively monitors and tracks the delivery and return of equipment. In instances of delays, failures, or overly prolonged durations, CORTEX initiates a series of defined actions. These may include resending replacements or escalating the issue for manual intervention, thus ensuring timely resolution and maintaining service standards. Additionally, the system continuously updates Inventory systems, reflecting the current status of stock items, which is crucial for maintaining accurate inventory levels and efficient stock management.
CORTEX generates regular compliance reports akin to WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive) standards, contributing to environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance. It also plays a vital role in communication by issuing progress notifications at key stages of the equipment lifecycle. These notifications are sent to both internal teams and external recipients.
Fulfilling new service orders often necessitates the shipment of physical equipment directly to the customer. This equipment, integral for activating the service, can range from routers and modems to specialised devices tailored to the specific service being offered. Conversely, for modifications or cessation of services, a crucial process involves the return or retrieval of existing equipment from customers. This step is not just a logistical necessity but also forms a part of the company’s commitment to sustainable practices, allowing for recycling or repurposing of the equipment in line with environmental responsibility initiatives.
Managing equipment is a complex process, In some cases, the telco may manage their own inventory and execute shipments from their warehouses. This approach allows for direct control over the stock, ensuring quick response times and efficient management of resources. However, increasingly, companies are exploring collaborations with stock vendors or other third-party logistics providers.
Stock sits across service provisioning, Life cycle management, and customer experience lines giving a wrap-around visibility for both CSPs and customers of where stock and orders are in their journey.
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