Everything you want to know about Simacan APIs
Our SaaS platform offers a range of powerful functionalities and high quality logistics data streams that can be made available as API (Application Programming Interface). This allows our users to benefit from seamless integration with our intelligent platform.
But first, our vision: Sharing data is the start of digitalisation
At Simacan, we strive to create a future-proof supply chain for transport and logistics in which all parties involved can work together seamlessly. With this, we create opportunities for a sustainable way of working and ultimately toward the possibility of autonomous transport, even in the most complex transport networks. The transition to autonomous transport requires reliable and consistent interpretation of data. This way, we can prevent autonomous systems from encountering unexpected variations in processing and using available data.
To collaborate effectively in this future environment, a unified approach to sharing, interpreting and using data is essential! It is critical that entities communicate clearly and in a structured manner about available data, process statuses, their interpretation and actions taken based on this information. Implementing clear communication protocols between all parties involved is the first step to making this run smoothly.
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Build your own logistics control tower?
Our platform acts as the central point where various data streams come together and offer control over complex operational processes. It is important to note here that a control tower is not just about your own organisation. Your supply chain also consists of external parties. And a control tower helps you integrate and interpret data from all sources (suppliers, supply partners, logistics partners, fleet systems, etc) and platforms (database, excel sheets, ticketing systems, dashboards, etc) providing you with a complete picture of your supply chain activities. A control tower platform helps you to interpret all these statuses mutually and coherently. So there is much more to it than what is visible on the surface. Our platform is the result of many years of intensive work, as developing it is a massive undertaking. It is an enterprise application, which means it cannot be quickly recreated.
We fully understand that technology and e-commerce companies like to have complete autonomy over their technology landscape. And therefore sometimes consider building a solution such as a logistics control tower themselves. We recognise the motivation behind this and are open to discussions with organisations who are considering this. In cases where their supply chain is relatively simple, building a control tower yourself can sometimes be effective. Especially when enriched with information from our APIs.
However, it is important to note that research shows that companies often aim for the holistic approach that characterises a logistics control tower. In such cases, the question is whether it makes sense to build your own, as the investment is often not justifiable.
Sharing data properly and confidential
Our focus area is on sectors with complex and time-critical supply chains, such as Retail and eCommerce. In these markets, serious challenges are experienced in maintaining scalability amid a growing population. While also striving for sustainability without raising costs to levels beyond the reach of customers. These challenges cannot be solved efficiently by just one player. Therefore, we have developed a platform specifically designed to meet the increasing scalability of these sectors, while also facilitating and improving collaboration. Important here is that data flows are available and compliant at all times. We maintain strict security standards to ensure that all communications through the API are secure, minimising data risks and complying with our ISO 27001 certification.
What are the possibilities for Simacan APIs?
If you are interested in the possibilities of a Simacan API for your digital issue, do not hesitate to contact us. We are ready to explore with you how we can support your organisation with seamless integrations.