Integrated Forest Produce Management System (IFPMS) and E-Auction
MADHYA PRADESH
Solution for Government Internal Functioning
e-Auction
Published By: SeMT
Integrated Forest Produce Management Software (IFPMS) is an online platform that helps the Madhya Pradesh Forest Department manage the transport of forest products after auctions. It ensures that the products move from depots to their destinations once vendors have made their payments. The system uses modern web technologies like HTML5, PHP, and Node JS, with Redis and Maria DB for handling data, and it runs on Linux with Apache. IFPMS helps reduce costs, encourages more competition, and makes things easier, safer, and more transparent. Vendors can track everything in real-time, and their data is protected. The IT service desk is still being developed, and there are plans for a mobile app in the future. One big benefit of the system is that vendors no longer have to travel to depots to participate in auctions. They can now bid from home or the office, making the process much more convenient. Additionally, it has reduced the chances of vendors forming groups (cartels) to drive up prices, which used to cause revenue loss for the department. Since the launch of IFPMS, such issues have decreased.
Project Details
Brief Background
The Integrated Forest Produce Management Software (IFPMS) was developed to address the challenges faced by the Madhya Pradesh Forest Department in managing the transport of forest products post-auction. Traditional methods often led to inefficiencies, high operational costs, and a lack of transparency, which could foster unfair practices among vendors. Recognizing the need for a more streamlined and secure process, the department sought to implement a modern web-based solution that would leverage advanced technologies to enhance monitoring and management. By allowing vendors to participate in auctions online, IFPMS not only simplifies the auction process but also ensures real-time tracking and data security. This initiative aims to promote fair competition and reduce the risks of illegal activities, ultimately contributing to improved revenue management for the department.
Objective
The objectives of the Integrated Forest Produce Management Software (IFPMS) are to enhance the efficiency of transporting forest products after auctions using modern technologies, reduce operational costs, and promote fair competition. The system enables real-time tracking and secure data handling, allowing vendors to participate in auctions online for added convenience. Additionally, it aims to prevent cartel formation that could harm revenue, with future plans for an IT service desk, a mobile app, and ongoing security maintenance through SSL certification and potential audits.
Benefits
- Increased Efficiency: Makes managing forest product transport easier and faster. - Lower Costs: Reduces expenses by automating tasks and cutting down on manual work. - Better Transparency: Provides clear information about auctions and transport, reducing unfair practices among vendors. - Easier Vendor Participation: Allows vendors to join auctions online, making it more convenient. - Real-Time Tracking: Lets officials monitor transactions and transport instantly for better management. - Data Security: Keeps vendor information and transaction data safe, building trust in the system. - Fair Competition: Creates a level playing field for vendors by reducing chances for cheating. - Fewer Illegal Activities: Helps stop illegal actions related to forest product transport and management. - Better Revenue Management: Improves financial results for the department by making processes more efficient and reducing revenue loss.
Implementation Methodology
AgileImplementing Agency Details
Name of implement agency
MPSEDC
Name of Representative of Agency
Shri Vinay Pandey (OIC)
Representative Agency Email
vinay.pandey@mp.gov.in
Representative Agency Phone / Mobile
9425180624
Availability of application for implementation in Other States
(Details on how this application can be made available to other State)
Yes
