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A practical starting point is to map activities, data sources, output documents and responsible roles. Then define the system relationships actually required. ## TAS connects the distribution workflow Terminal Automation System connects shipments or orders, vehicle identification, gate-in, queues, loading authorization and gate-out. Meter, batch-controller and PLC interfaces allow administration data to participate in field processes to the design. The important question is more than whether a dashboard exists. Check who authorizes loading, how a transaction closes and which documents support reconciliation. ## TMS manages tank measurements and information Tank Management System reads ATG or other designated measurement sources. Level, temperature and other parameters are combined with tank configuration for monitoring, history, tank tickets and physical inventory reporting. Measurements need time, unit, source and communication-status context. A stored value does not automatically mean the device is still sending fresh data. ## TPS Integration connects documents and reporting TPS Integration connects goods-movement and document data to TPS Online reporting. INTEGRA material covers receiving, BL records, validation, submission, status checks, delivery, balances and document history. BL balance, physical tank inventory and goods ownership have different calculation bases. They can be reconciled, but should not be treated as the same number without understanding timing and transaction rules. ## Define integration boundaries before choosing features Use the following list to prepare a technical discussion. The aim is to connect real work while retaining traceable data sources. - Data sources, data owners and update intervals - Relationships between orders, vehicles, tanks, products and documents - Roles allowed to check, authorize or correct - Behavior when communications or system responses are uncertain - Handover documents and test criteria ## Contact - Company: PT Citia Engineering Indonesia - Email: services@citiaengineering.com - Telephone: +62 21 278 20286 - Office: Jl. 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