Logistics and Planning System

Optimising Logistics and Compliance for Blue Gorilla Corporation

Blue Gorilla Corporation oversees the movement of cargo such as coal and copper across Africa. Their FileMaker-based system required enhancements to streamline operations, improve tracking, and meet stringent anti-corruption compliance requirements.

What We Did

We built on their existing system, delivering key improvements to address complex logistics and compliance needs:

• Enhanced truck tracking to monitor journeys and provide real-time progress visibility.
• Centralised storage for essential documentation, such as customs papers for each trip.
• Automated the generation and distribution of daily tracking reports in Excel format to relevant stakeholders.
• Streamlined budget management, client invoicing, and supplier payments within the system.
• Developed a compliance workflow that collates proof-of-delivery and other required documents for each payment run, ensuring adherence to anti-corruption rules.
• Integrated the system with external tools, including Xero Accounting, PowerBI, and Microsoft Graph API.

Results

Our enhancements have delivered measurable benefits for Blue Gorilla Corporation:

• Improved visibility and real-time updates on truck journeys boosted operational efficiency.
• Centralised document management reduced administrative effort and improved accessibility.
• Automated compliance processes streamlined supplier payments and ensured regulatory adherence.
• Integration with third-party tools enhanced financial tracking and reporting capabilities.