ShipsKart is a procurement platform that utilizes a mobile application to streamline the ordering, approval, and delivery of marine supplies, enabling users to purchase directly from verified vendors without the need for registration for cash on delivery. This technology reduces procurement costs by 20%, increases efficiency by 40%, and minimizes man-hours by 30%, addressing the complexities of supply chain management in the maritime industry.
Funding
$3.1M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
The maritime industry faces challenges in efficiently procuring marine supplies due to complex supply chains, lack of price transparency, and time-consuming ordering processes. Traditional procurement methods often involve multiple intermediaries, leading to increased costs and delays in delivery.
Solution
ShipsKart offers a mobile-first procurement platform designed to streamline the ordering, approval, and delivery of marine supplies. The platform enables users to directly purchase provisions, bond, and consumable products from verified vendors, eliminating the need for intermediaries. ShipsKart provides organized management dashboards for spend analysis, price comparison, and vendor management, while also automating vendor replacement in case of discrepancies. The platform integrates with existing ERP systems and offers real-time SMS and email notifications for order updates, ensuring quality delivery at shore through its logistics network.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes ship owners, ship managers, captains, and procurement teams in the maritime industry seeking to optimize their supply chain and reduce procurement costs.
Features
- Mobile application for convenient ordering of marine supplies
- Direct purchasing from verified vendors and OEMs
- Management dashboards for spend analysis and price benchmarking
- Automated vendor replacement in case of discrepancies
- Integration with existing ERP systems
- Real-time SMS and email notifications for order updates
- Logistics support through Shipskart's network
- Option for cash-on-delivery orders without registration
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