Policy Evaluation on Immigration Electronic Stamp, Biometric Data, and Autogate Machines in the Context of Geopolitics

Immigration Border Control (TPI) at Bali Ngurah Rai Airport adopts electronic entry sticker, biometric data collection, and autogate machines called the Immigration Movement Application System (APK). The system is equipped with a scanner that records facial biometric data and fingerprints of foreigners upon arrival. However, there are problems in implementing this system at the related TPI. This study evaluates immigration inspection policies, especially the process of taking biometric data, giving electronic entry stamps, and autogate machines at TPI Ngurah Rai Airport. This research uses qualitative research method with a public policy evaluation approach based on observations and document analysis. The results of this research show that the concept of biometric border control at TPI is not fully relevant to the concepts in the international provisions of ICAO Doc 9303 and ICAO TRIP Guide 2018. The Ministerial Regulation Number 28 of 2018  on Immigration Stamp and Circular Letter No. IMI.1-UM.01.01-5.7755 needs to be evaluated and revised to include four stages of checking with electronic stamps and system synchronization with autogate machines. This immigration clearance model at TPI applies a geopolitical concept that focuses on territorial/regional borders rather than a biopolitical concept that focuses on security risks for individuals

Risk analysis in biometric-based Border Inspection System

The main goal of a Border Inspection System is to prevent the entry of individuals who pose a threat to a country. The entry of just one of these persons could have severe consequences. Nevertheless, performing a lengthy border inspection is not possible, given that 240,737 international passengers enter the country in an average day [5]. For this reason, the primary inspection is performed using biometrics traits and information flow processes that have a low false acceptance rate and have a high throughput.;This thesis uses the analytic modeling tool called LQNS (Layered Queueing Network Solver) to solve open models for biometric-based border inspection system and cost curves to evaluate the risk. The contributions of the thesis include a performance model of a biometric-based border inspection using open workloads and a risk model of a biometric-based border inspection using cost curves. Further, we propose an original methodology for analyzing a combination of performance risk and security risk in the border inspection system

Incorporating intelligence-led policing in integrated cross-border maritime law enforcement operations in British Columbia

British Columbia shares a southern maritime border with Washington State that bisects the Gulf Islands from the San Juan Islands. The RCMP is responsible for the maritime border security between ports of entry. Challenges to maritime border enforcement include a lack of marine domain awareness, globalization, terrorism, transnational organized crime and drug trafficking, criminal networks, and jurisdictional issues. The RCMP have partnered with the US Coast Guard to enforce cross-border criminality in a program called the Integrated Cross-border Maritime Law Enforcement Operations Act (ICMLEO), also referred to as Shiprider. The Shiprider program was implemented under the standard model of policing. By gathering and utilizing better information, adapting an intelligence-led approach, and leveraging technology, the Shiprider program could become more efficacious

Warehousing and Inventory Management in Dual Channel and Global Supply Chains

More firms are adopting the dual-channel supply chain business model where firms offer their products to customers using dual-channel sales (to offer the item to customers online and offline). The development periods of innovative products have been shortened, especially for high-tech companies, which leads to products with short life cycles. This means that companies need to put their new products on the market as soon as possible. The dual-channel supply chain is a perfect tool to increase the customer’s awareness of new products and to keep customers’ loyalty; firms can offer new products online to the customer faster compared to the traditional retail sales channel. The emergence of dual-channel firms was mainly driven by the expansion in internet use and the advances in information and manufacturing technologies. No existing research has examined inventory strategies, warehouse structure, operations, and capacity in a dual-channel context. Additionally, firms are in need to integrate their global suppliers base; where the lower parts costs compensate for the much higher procurement and cross-border costs; in their supply chain operations. The most common method used to integrate the global supplier base is the use of cross-dock, also known as Third Party Logistic (3PL). This study is motivated by real-world problem, no existing research has considered the optimization of cross-dock operations in terms of dock assignment, storage locations, inventory strategies, and lead time uncertainty in the context of a cross-docking system. In this dissertation, we first study the dual-channel warehouse in the dual-channel supply chain. One of the challenges in running the dual-channel warehouse is how to organize the warehouse and manage inventory to fulfill both online and offline (retailer) orders, where the orders from different channels have different features. A model for a dual-channel warehouse in a dual-channel supply chain is proposed, and a solution approach is developed in the case of deterministic and stochastic lead times. Ending up with numerical examples to highlight the model’s validity and its usefulness as a decision support tool. Second, we extend the first problem to include the global supplier and the cross-border time. The impact of global suppliers and the effect of the cross-border time on the dual-channel warehouse are studied. A cross-border dual-channel warehouse model in a dual-channel supply chain context is proposed. In addition to demand and lead time uncertainty, the cross-border time is included as stochastic parameter. Numerical results and managerial insights are also presented for this problem. Third, motivated by a real-world cross-dock problem, we perform a study at one of the big 3 automotive companies in the USA. The company faces the challenges of optimizing their operations and managing the items in the 3PL when introducing new products. Thus, we investigate a dock assignment problem that considers the dock capacity and storage space and a cross-dock layout. We propose an integrated model to combine the cross-dock assignment problem with cross-dock layout problem so that cross-dock operations can be coordinated effectively. In addition to lead time uncertainty, the cross-border time is included as stochastic parameter. Real case study and numerical results and managerial insights are also presented for this problem highlighting the cross-border effect. Solution methodologies, managerial insights, numerical analysis as well as conclusions and potential future study topics are also provided in this dissertation

An Assessment of Four Promising Methods

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Analyzing the Interdiction of Sea-Borne Threats Using Simulation Optimization

Worldwide, maritime trade accounts for approximately 80% of all trade by volume and is expected to double in the next twenty years. Prior to September 11, 2001, Ports, Waterways and Coastal Security (PWCS) was afforded only 1 percent of United States Coast Guard (USCG) resources. Today, it accounts for nearly 22 percent of dedicated USCG resources. Tactical assessment of resource requirements and operational limitations on the PWCS mission is necessary for more effective management of USCG assets to meet the broader range of competing missions. This research effort involves the development and validation of a discrete-event simulation model of the at-sea vessel interdiction process utilizing USCG deepwater assets. A discrete-event simulation model of the interdiction, control and boarding, and inspection processes has been developed and validated. Through a simulation optimization approach, our research utilizes the efficiency of a localized search algorithm interfaced with the simulation model to allocate USCG resources in the interception, boarding, and inspection processes with the objective of minimizing overall process time requirements. The model is tested with actual USCG data to gain insight on the development of efficient and effective interdiction operations

Intelligent Transportation System (ITS)

The research efforts focused on enhancing transportation systems have revealed numerous possibilities for improvement. However, there are still unexplored avenues in terms of implementing software or automation within the transportation system. Automation in transportation could refer a feasible solution to reduce accident and save human lives. Consequently, ensuring safer journey for passengers remains a primary objective for transportation companies. Findings revealed that population of Nigerian is figured to be at about 225.604 million and GDP of $493.50 billion in present years. The country is blessed with a lot of mineral resources and also being one among the six largest producer of oil. Nigeria is also refer to as biggest in Africa with evidence of Oil and Gas reserves worth 37.12 billion barrels and 207.0 Trillion cubic feet. It also seated on over 922 square kilometers in land size and large deposit of hidden mineral resources. However, it is alarming and disturbing why my country is lacking modern transportation system technology, which can boost our economy and bring relief to our people. The city of Abuja and other states cannot fulfill its essence without making provision of new system solution for transportation. Influence of technology on transportation management, the system encompass a productive group of automation with potential to enhance the management of transportation systems, public transit and various aspect of travel decisions. This technology include cutting-edge technology receivers and automated solutions, all designed to boost the welfare in Transportation System. While decision using less energy is not the central focus of ITS. Project Title Progress in Intelligent Transportation Systems: Investigation of ITS Keywords: Intelligent Transportation System (ITS), communal details, transportation, Swift bus fleet, environmentally conscious driving, efficient routing for fuel economy, digital toll gathering, human aspects, managing incidents, services with shared vehicles, shared transport, management of traffic and transit, interconnected vehicles, self-driving vehicles SUMMARY (maximum 100 words): Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Encompass an assortment of new innovation intended to enrich the management of transportation systems, public transit, and individual travel decisions. These technologies, encompassing state-of-the-art wireless, electronic, and mechanized solutions, strive to enhance safety, efficiency, and convenience in terrestrial transportation. While energy preservation isn't the principal focus of ITS, certain circumstances showcase its energy-related advantages. This article delivers a comprehensive outline of crucial energy-related benefits associated with varied ITS technologies, drawing from models, preliminary programs/field trials, and comprehensive deployments

Border Security: Inspections Practices, Policies, and Issues

Some argue that this reorganization of border inspections has been long needed and is resulting in a more streamlined and efficient set of procedures at the border with a clear, single, chain of command. Others warn that the different types of inspections are quite complex in their own right and that the reorganization is exacerbating the conflicting priorities at the border, ultimately resulting in many more people and goods being sent to secondary inspections. This report, discusses a range of legal, administrative, and policy issues that are emerging with the implementation of the unified border inspections

Best Practices for Commercial Vehicle Monitoring Facilities Design

The great technological advances that were made over the last decade in monitoring traffic and the increased emphasis on highway safety for truck traffic have prompted a need to determine more effective ways to monitor and inspect truck traffic. Commercial Vehicle Monitoring (CVM) facilities provide the highway community with the means of supervising truck traffic. However, in an era with limited funds and space for roadway expansion. some consideration must be given to the types of facilities needed and the most efficient way to spend the available funds. Hence, a research study was initiated to determine the successful practices for designing a new CVM facility or retrofitting or upgrading an existing facility; the findings are presented here. A questionnaire was distributed to all 50 states to identify the state of the nation with respect to the newly constructed and lately upgraded CVM facilities. This report focuses on the presentation of issues that need to be considered and addressed when designing or upgrading a CVM facility and provides a checklist of critical factors, considerations for facility components, and typical facility layouts