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Streamlining Telecom Asset Management with VC4 Service2Create – An Integrated Approach to Warehouse and Inventory Management

12 June 2023
Mike Dorland

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In the fast-paced telecom sector, effective asset management is crucial to ensure seamless service delivery. Telecom warehouse management, network inventory, and network reconciliation are often viewed as separate functions. Yet, consolidating these three processes into a single system can offer telecom operators substantial benefits. This is where VC4’s next gen software Service2Create [earlier known as Inventory and Management System (IMS)] excels, revolutionizing telecom asset management by creating an integrated platform for managing all telecom equipment logistics.

Efficient Ordering and Tracking of Telecom Asset Inventory

At the heart of efficient telecom warehouse management is the process of ordering equipment from vendors, receiving materials at the warehouse, and tracking their eventual deployment in the live network. Service2Create (S2C) provides an end-to-end solution for this entire logistics process. From ordering, receiving, and picking materials, to overseeing the pick-up and decommissioning, S2C keeps tabs on every piece of equipment based on serial numbers and barcodes.

In traditional setups, many operators lose track of assets once they leave the warehouse. This occurs because their logistics or warehouse system isn’t linked with the network inventory system of the Operations department. With S2C, however, this gap is effectively bridged, ensuring that no asset slips through unnoticed.

Network Auto Discovery and Reconciliation

One of Service2Create’s (S2C) standout features is its Network Auto Discovery and Reconciliation functionality. This feature synchronizes the live network with the network inventory data, providing an accurate, real-time picture of the network status. In doing so, S2C helps telecom operators maintain full asset control and manage the complete equipment life cycle.

Mitigating Losses and Theft

Unfortunately, lost or stolen items are common challenges in telecom warehouse management. These issues not only lead to financial losses but also hinder the operator’s ability to utilize materials and generate revenue. With S2C, theseproblems can be mitigated effectively. By correctly registering all known items and tracking lost or stolen assets, issues can be resolved more efficiently. If stolen items are purchased back from criminals, S2C highlights this immediately, enabling the swift initiation of fraud processes. This all comes in one complete module offer by S2C – Warehouse and Spares.

Streamlining Site Surveys

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Another significant advantage of S2C is the potential to streamline site surveys. Traditionally, telecom operators frequently need expensive site surveys to understand what is installed or in the warehouses. This is a costly and repetitive process that doesn’t solve the underlying problem. With S2C, however, operators can maintain an accurate, updated inventory, thereby reducing the need for frequent, costly site surveys.

Financial ERP Integration

Seamless integration with financial ERP systems is also a key feature of Service2Create. By linking the operations systems with the financial department systems, Service2Create helps tackle asset management issues at their source, promoting cross-departmental collaboration and efficiency.

Why Choose Service2Create (S2C)?

After seeing how integrated warehouses, inventory, and network management can transform operations, here’s why Service2Create (S2C) is the ideal choice:

  • Real-Time Inventory Automation: Continuously syncs live network data with your inventory for up-to-the-minute accuracy.
  • Unified Data Model: Brings together physical, logical, and service assets in one single source of truth.
  • Seamless API Integration: Connects to OSS, BSS, ERP, and analytics platforms without custom coding.
  • Scalable & Vendor-Agnostic: Grows with your network, whether you add WDM, MPLS, SD-WAN, or 5G FWA.
  • Operational Automation: Automates routine workflows—from asset registration to reconciliation—freeing engineers for higher-value tasks.

In conclusion, S2C stands out as an efficient solution for telecom asset management, delivering robust warehouse management and network inventory functionalities within a single platform. By integrating and simplifying these essential processes, S2C offers telecom operators a smoother, more efficient way to manage their assets, thereby minimizing losses, mitigating theft, and streamlining operations.

Enhance your telecom warehouse management today and experience the seamless integration of your asset management process with Service2Create – let’s schedule a call together!