The Plug-in Tracking System (PTS) provides field locations and centralized centers with the technology to effectively capture and maintain plug-in inventory consisting of modular circuit boards for switching and transmission platforms. The plug-ins have historically been difficult to track and maintain accurate inventory levels. PTS software providers the users with standardized functions to track, manage and maintain plug-in-inventory at the field locations and CRC's. These functions include receiving, material movement, shipping cycle counts, inventory adjustments reporting and system administration. The PTS functionality is deployed across multiple platforms. PTS consists of Unix based IBM compatible gateways, PC workstations, Hand held terminals and peripherals such as bar code label printers and report printers.
The system consists of one data server in each Market Area. Each server is connected system with each other, while CRC PC workstations are networked to the Market Area data server. Field locations interface with the market area data server's by using PC workstations via dial up facilities/HHT. Back end routines update the mainframe computers on plug status based on current standards.
PTS has been instrumental in saving hundreds of millions of dollars for Verizon by making effective use of the plugs in inventory.
