April, 2011

Cloud Computing

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In ancient days one server or hardware is utilized for a single activity with a single operating system running on it; in most cases companies used to invest huge amount of money and utilize up to 50% or less of the total capacity of the hardware for that single process. The network administrators were forced to buy much such hardware for various activities. They were forced to buy minimal capacity hardware and later face the difficulty of upgrading to a higher version. Those days are gone with the introduction of cloud computing  which is simple and easy and enables you to utilize your hardware to its maximum with the use of virtualization.


What is Virtualization: Virtualization means creating logical systems inside a single hardware, for example you may have one windows operating system and one Linux operating system in a single hardware.


Cloud computing is an internet based computing which shares application, resource, infrastructure or data with the help of virtualization. The main advantage of cloud computing is its minimal cost and hassle free maintenance, availability of world class technological software in very low cost. There are many companies now support cloud computing like the NEC. Recently SAP and NEC had come up with a comprehensive solution on SAP ERP for its customers. Oracle also gives powerful cloud services in many forms such as platform, software, infrastructure etc. Microsoft’s Cloud Power is another platform for cloud computing which invites enterprises to avail their awesome services. Others in this stream are Google, Amazon, Salesforce.com, RightScale, Cisco, Rackspace and Dell


From this technological advancement its evident that in the future cloud computing will lead the businesses; regardless of the business size and can be availed and standardized its operations with leading ERP systems from Oracle, Microsoft, SAP etc.

April, 2011

CSS Clothing Drive 2011

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On March 1st 2011, CSS initiated the first ever Clothing drive as part of the CSR activities within the organization. Homeless people and low income families need all types of gently used clothing, particularly warm clothes and coats for cold weather, formal clothes (to attend job interviews), and shoes (which frequently wear out). It’s helpful if donated clothing is clean and reasonably wrinkle-free. A clothes drive is a fun way to make it easier for would-be donors to make a difference, particularly if you live in a multi-resident building, work at a large office, or belong to a civic club, church, temple or mosque. Our employees brought those clothes that they don’t wear anymore and we plan to donate to them to the Dubai Charity Center a non-profit organization and to the Japan Consulate Dubai- Relief Efforts for the recent tragedy, which occurred in Japan. Remember, one person’s used clothing is another person’s treasure

March, 2011

Emerging “QUEEN” Prospective Days Ahead for CSS Cochin

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Cochin, regarded as one of the fastest growing cities in India, had witnessed a steadfast growth during the last 7 to 8 years. Patronized evenly by the spread out Kerala business community around the globe, Cochin has made a remarkable growth enviable to the other major cities in India. The recently commissioned International Marina and the Vallarpadam container terminal add flavour to the booming economy of this region. Console shipping services India Pvt. Ltd at Cochin with a well established and experienced team has been able to benefit all these positive vibes for their growth.

CSS Cochin has sizable amount of exports to Russia, Europe, US and the Middle East, while the import has shown its strength from regions like China, Malaysia & Dubai. Cochin port traffic touched 17.43 million tones during the year 2009-10 registering an increase of 12.5 % compared to previous year. The container throughput for the year stood at 2.89 lakhs TEUs. Latha      Asokan, Branch Manager of CSS Cochin states that the growth rate will increase in the coming years, despite of the ongoing recession.

The recently signed agreement between the Tecom Investments, a subsidiary of the Dubai Holdings and the Government of Kerala for developing the Smart city project has already catapulted the real estate business. The business entry points like the airport and the sea port are increasing their development pace to meet up with the growing demands of the market. As per Latha, all these factors could eventually give a facelift to the entire economy.

Now the major products handled here are food stuff, spices, coir, rubber and plastic household items which will be soon be replaced by construction materials, heavy equipments, machineries and other allied products. Kochi has emerged as the commercial and industrial

January, 2011

Dubai Global Village

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The Air Freight Division of CSS Group has been appointed the exclusive agents to handle all the fresh fruits from Thailand that will be retailed at the highly successful Thai Pavilion at the Global Village.

Global Village is Dubai’s most popular outdoor cultural entertainment and shopping venue, welcoming millions of guests over the last 13 years. With over 39 countries participating in the various cultural shows and pavilions on display, its a shopaholics delight with over 4.2 million visitors passing through its gates over a period of 3 months.

Jacob Isaac, General Manager, Air Freight Division, CSS Group commented “The CSS Air Freight team based at CSS Dubai Cargo Village, have a mix of expertise and are geared to handle any specific or special need at any time to ensure our clients needs and time frame are met. The cargo for the Thai Pavilion was an interesting challenge, which was completed successfully during the given time frames.”

CSS Group will handle over 125 tons of fresh fruits during the months of November to February 2011. Due to the perishable nature of the fruits, the cargo handler must be able to immediately process the documents required through various authorities during a short period of time, and offer clearance and refrigerated transport to the site at Global Village.

Saijai Waiyakruttha, Manager, Thailand Pavilions stated “We are extremely pleased with the service so far received from the CSS Group staff. They are always available to help us when necessary even on weekends, which are a peak time for us here at the Global Village. We would like to thank each and every member of the CSS Group Air Freight team for their assistance and we look forward to working with them for more projects.”

January, 2011

Supply Chain Management

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The Supply Chain Management facility set up in 2004 is situated in Jebel Ali, the world’s fastest growing Free Zone. Supply chain management reduces inefficiencies as to time, inventories and cost. The global presence of CSS Group has brought in a handful of reputed names as clients to the facility.

• Staff strength of over 40 personnel

• Integrated software system developed     in house

• Operational space of 140,000 sq.ft. with 22,000 CBM capacity

• 12,200 pallet positions

• 100% double deep racking system

• Staging and reworking areas

• Operational with 10 forklifts

• 19 loading bays

• Computerized inventory management

• Designated space for handling value added services

• Managed and Operated by CSS Staff and equipment

January, 2011

Delhi Calling!!!

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The post commonwealth games seem to have jump started Delhi’s business environment, with a new wave of enthusiasm seen in all segments of business. New projects are being initiated and the existing ones are being completed. Delhi is getting ready for the next phase of the Metro which will link the airport and the railway station. The domestic airport and the Disney world in Noida and the automatic cabs in Gurgaon are the other major projects getting initiated.

CSS Delhi with its mixed clientele of direct shippers, freight forwarders and custom house agents has grown leaps and bounds. With volumes reaching to 500 teus during the months of June & July, the last 12 months for CSS Delhi was really rewarding in all the trade lanes of Export, FCL, and Console & Air Freight. They became the number one lifter during June and July with MSC from North India which was an appreciable achievement.

CSS Delhi with a team of efficient and committed staff is working presently at increasing the LCL volumes and increasing business in the special equipment sector. The major products being handled in Delhi include paper, tiles, cattle feed, machine and hand tools. Its arms are reaching the outskirts of the main town touching areas like Moradabad, Jaipur, Jodhpur & Agra.  A promising 2011 is calling Delhi and the Team CSS charts out some innovative approaches in tackling this new environment.