SOA In the Transportation Industry
Adopting a Service-Driven Approach
Organizations in the transportation industry now face a more competitive, dynamic and demanding marketplace.
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Globalization has opened new opportunities, while at the same time introduced powerful and fast-moving new competitors. Customers demand more choices and better service. Governments have imposed more stringent business and safety regulations. Transportation providers must find ways to reduce costs, to improve operational and supply chain efficiencies, and to respond more quickly to changing market conditions.
To survive and succeed in this challenging environment, transportation companies must transform themselves into more agile and responsive organizations. Chief executives across the sector now recognize the need for fundamental change, and many are evaluating and making the business and technology adjustments needed to effect that vital transformation.
In addition to adopting new business process models and modernizing their applications, transportation companies can also benefit greatly by implementing an IT architecture that is focused on the rapid, efficient delivery of vital transportation-related services. A service-oriented architecture (SOA) lays the crucial foundation needed for success in today’s fast-paced and competitive transportation sector.
To fully appreciate the power of this approach, it may be helpful to examine the need for and elements of a true SOA in the transportation sector.