VEGA Inventory System transforms supply chains This article highlights the role of the VEGA Inventory System (VIS), which seamlessly integrates VEGA’s advanced instrumentation with secure, cloud-based inventory management software to transform material-flow operations in the process industries.
system allows users to monitor live levels, detect deviations immediately and trace their causes. This kind of transparency minimises the financial impact and ensures that the cause of the discrepancies is quickly identified and avoided in future. The architecture of modern inventory control The architecture of the VEGA Inventory System is built around the seamless integra- tion of VEGA’s advanced instrumentation with secure cloud-based software. At its core, the process unfolds in a straight- forward sequence: sensors collect data, gateways transmit it, the data is securely hosted, and users can visualise the results. First, VEGA level transmitters, designed for both liquids and bulk solids, measure levels in vessels, silos or storage tanks. These readings are then transmitted to the VIS portal at regular intervals via gateways or wireless instruments. Once received, the data is securely stored on VEGA’s serv- ers in dedicated installations or on client premises, using end-to-end encryption and robust authorisation management. Users can access this information via a web browser or mobile app and view their inventory data in several real-time modes. The system offers four distinct viewing options, each tailored for specific monitor- ing needs. The chart view displays key nu- merical data, such as stock levels, available space, timestamps, and, for many liquid in- ventories, daily consumption and coverage. The graphic view provides an at-a-glance visual representation, using colour-coded
Developed by VEGA as a holistic solution for inventory monitoring and control, VIS integrates three pillars: precise measurement technology, cloud-based software and streamlined logistics planning.
I n modern process industries, the con- sequences of poor inventory manage- ment are significant. Excess inventory consumes valuable capital and storage space, while shortages can bring operations to a grinding halt and lead to costly last-minute deliveries. For efficient and safe manufactur - ing and logistics in Africa, having real-time visibility and the ability to anticipate material needs are non-negotiable. This is precisely the advantage offered by the VEGA Inventory System (VIS). Developed by VEGA as a holistic solu- tion for inventory monitoring and control, VIS brings together three pillars: precise measurement technology, cloud-based software and streamlined logistics planning.
On paper, this may read as ‘just another au- tomation tool’, but in practice, it represents a paradigm shift: operators and suppliers shift from reacting to stock events to an- ticipating them. At VEGA, data acquisition, precise visualisation and efficient logistics are considered core elements of successful automated inventory control. Why visibility matters In chemical plants where raw material silos are manually inspected once a day, late deliveries, inaccurate readings and unsynchronised transport are realities. Each one of these creates risk. But with VIS, the inventory status of tanks and silos is captured and visualised in real time. The
VEGA level transmitters, designed for both liquids and bulk solids, measure levels in vessels, silos or storage tanks.
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