Deendayal Port Authority Goes Fully Live with Enterprise Business System, Marks Major Digital Milestone
Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla, has achieved a major milestone in its digital transformation journey by successfully going fully live with all modules of its Enterprise Business System (EBS). The development marks a significant step toward modernizing port operations, improving transparency, and enhancing overall service delivery for port users and stakeholders.
The full-scale rollout of EBS reflects DPA’s commitment to adopting advanced digital solutions that support efficiency, accountability, and ease of doing business in line with India’s port-led development vision.
A Landmark Moment for Digital Transformation
The formal launch of the Enterprise Business System was held in the presence of senior leadership and key stakeholders. Shri Sushil Kumar Singh, IRSME, Chairman of Deendayal Port Authority, and Shri Nilabhra Dasgupta, IRS, Deputy Chairman, attended the event along with senior officials from DPA, members of the EBS implementation team, and representatives from Tech Mahindra, the technology partner for the project.
The successful go-live of all EBS modules demonstrates strong coordination between the port authority and its technology partner, ensuring a smooth transition from legacy systems to a unified digital platform.
What the Enterprise Business System Brings
The Enterprise Business System is designed to integrate multiple functional areas of port operations into a single digital framework. At DPA Kandla, the EBS covers key domains such as port operations, finance, human resources, and asset management.
By replacing fragmented processes with an integrated digital workflow, the system enables real-time data access, faster processing, and improved coordination across departments. This integration is expected to significantly reduce manual interventions and operational delays.
Driving Efficiency and Transparency
One of the primary objectives of implementing EBS at Deendayal Port Authority is to streamline operations while enhancing transparency. With centralized data and automated workflows, stakeholders can expect improved visibility into port activities, financial transactions, and asset utilization.
The system also supports data-driven decision-making by providing accurate and timely information to port management. This allows leadership to plan more effectively, monitor performance, and respond quickly to operational challenges.
Reducing Cost and Improving Ease of Doing Business
According to the official release, the EBS implementation is aimed at reducing the overall cost of doing business at the port. Digital processes minimize paperwork, speed up approvals, and reduce dependency on manual coordination, resulting in faster turnaround times for port users.
Improved supply chain visibility through integrated systems also benefits shipping lines, logistics providers, and other stakeholders by enabling better planning and predictability. These improvements contribute directly to enhancing the ease of doing business at Deendayal Port.
Strengthening Stakeholder Collaboration
The seamless coordination enabled by EBS is expected to strengthen collaboration among internal departments as well as external stakeholders. With standardized processes and shared digital platforms, communication gaps are reduced and accountability is improved.
For port users, this translates into more reliable services, clearer information flow, and a more responsive port ecosystem.
A Step Towards Future-Ready Ports
The successful full-scale implementation of the Enterprise Business System positions Deendayal Port Authority as a forward-looking port embracing digital innovation. As India’s ports continue to play a critical role in global trade and supply chains, such technology-driven initiatives are essential for enhancing competitiveness and sustainability.
With EBS now fully live, DPA Kandla has laid a strong digital foundation to support future growth, smarter operations, and improved stakeholder experiences, reinforcing its role as a key gateway port on India’s western coast.
