1. Computerization of Civil Engg. Dept. in Indian Railway By P.Barapatre CE/TM/CR

2. Introduction most powerful tool Computerization on I. Rly started in late 60s Many applications such as Passenger Revenue Goods Accounting Financial management, operational statistics etc.

3. Introduction VII th plan (1985-90) third and fourth generations computer system introduced Computerisation was not only strengthened in Zonal Rly and production units but also introduced in Divisions Many new areas such as PRS FOIs etc. were also initiated

4. nodal Directorate C& IS is a nodal Directorate for implementation of all projects on Indian Railways, such as Development of norms, standards, maintenance manuals etc. Preparation of IT plan for Indian Railways Coordinating training effort in IT areas

5. Projects handled by C & IS Dte. Passenger Reservation system (PRS) including web enabling Freight operations information system (FOIS) including web enabling. Unreserved Ticketing system (UTS). National Train Enquiry system (NTESW) including web enabling. Coaching Refund computerization.

6. Projects handled by C & IS Dte. Season & Mobil Ticketing system computerization Parcel offices computerization Data warehousing for PRS. Claims office computerization Workshop computerization. Store computerization. Hospital Management system etc.

7. Computerisation in Civil Engg. Poor Penetration of computerization IRICEN’s Contribution is commendable codes & manuals technical books & reports circulars Drawings in house program etc.

8. Track Management system Introduced in 26 divn of Rly during late 90s Versatile computer software Provides various management information systems (MIS), to help in Decision Making regarding maintenance and up-gradation of track It has got 21 modules

9. PROBLEM IN IMPLEMENTATION. Given to selected subdivisions, under the control of AEN only No connectivity of the AEN’s computer with that of the Division or Headquarter There was no compatibility of the output of TRC run Output of OMS is not available in soft format, which can directly be read by the software

10. PROBLEM IN IMPLEMENTATION. There was no connectivity between the AEN and the PWI unit There was a time lag ranging from few days few months between the date of inspection Training was also inadequate for implementation

11. Suggestions Formation of Task force User friendly S/W Proper infrasture Compatibility Training Inspection schedule Quality of inspection

12. Suggestions Mechanization MMU Identification 0f Problem

13. Conclusion : urgent need of various management information systems Effective implementation