Agritech Series Vol 3. - Farm Management Software
Farm management software provides a means to optimize their operations.
According to Statista, the worldwide market for these kinds of programs and services was estimated to be worth $1 billion in 2020. These tools are intended to make it easier to manage all aspects of farming operations, including personnel, inventory, finances, and overall performance, from a single platform.
We will highlight DENSO's Integrated Production Management System in this last volume of the Agritech series as a clever method for streamlining agricultural operations. It provides a comprehensive solution to improve productivity, streamline processes, and promote effective communication.
Within the constantly changing field of agriculture, technology is largely responsible for changing conventional farming methods. DENSO's Integrated Production Management System, which is used at AgriD, a large-scale smart greenhouse, is at the vanguard of this revolution.
Streamlining Workflows
Employees' daily routines at AgriD have been significantly streamlined thanks to the use of tablet and mobile devices connected to DENSO's Integrated Production Management System.
When employees arrive, they log in with their assigned IDs, and the tablet directs them to their designated row for the day, along with assigned tasks. This digitalized approach ensures a structured workflow, which improves efficiency within the smart greenhouse.
Effective Pest Management and Communication
Beyond job assignments, the system is integrated with features for fast communication and pest control. Employees can take pictures with the tablet's camera if they come across pests or other problems with the crops. The software features facilitate smooth communication with managers, allowing for a rapid flow of information and the expeditious resolution of issues, ultimately protecting the health of the crop.
Attendance Management
Attendance management for a large and dynamic workforce can be difficult, but DENSO's system has simplified the process at AgriD. The system calculates the number of work hours required for operations and provides managers with a comprehensive view of the labor force and work demand data. This capability enables proactive planning, ensuring a long-term balance of available employees and operational needs.
Automated Task-assignment and Enhanced Productivity
One notable aspect of the system is its automatic task management function. Instead of individually negotiating extra work hours with employees, the system forecasts and manages task assignments based on workforce availability. This predictive capability not only improves task allocation but also contributes to higher overall productivity in agricultural operations.
Furthermore, managers benefit from the predictive capabilities of the systems in a variety of ways. The ability to review daily work records, assess progress in each row, address problems, and make necessary changes to the following day's schedule is invaluable. This data-driven approach allows for more accurate labor demand predictions and ensures that operational adjustments are made proactively, resulting in a more agile and responsive farming environment.
With features like automated task assignments, advanced attendance management, efficient communication, and streamlined employee workflows, DENSO's Integrated Production Management System offers a comprehensive approach to contemporary agriculture. These systems have the potential to significantly influence farming's future as technology develops further by providing effective and sustainable answers to the problems that lie ahead.