Call For Proposals exercise closed on 24 February 2012
Hong Kong R&D Centre for Logistics and Supply Chain Management Enabling Technologies (LSCM R&D Centre) is now inviting applications for research and development projects. In the spirit of revitalizing LSCM R&D Centre and further stimulate the passion and drive for excellence of the logistics and supply chain arena, we would like to draw your attention to the following fields. We would also like to emphasize the importance of "industrial implementation and impact" of the R&D proposals as affirmation of our commitment to our Mission.
| 1. | RFID Hardware and Systems |
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To develop core design capabilities, facilitate system implementation and manufacturing processes of RFID tags and readers that are related to targeted logistics management applications.
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Networking and Infrastructure Technologies |
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To develop advanced computer networking and information infrastructure technologies for industrial adoption in their business processes and for enabling efficient and effective business process integration among enterprises, in order to nurture the technology enabled environment to enhance competitive advantage of the local industry. Particular focus includes cloud computing which is embraced as key component for simplifying IT deployment and facilitating intermodal logistics and cross-enterprise supply chain processes.
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| 3. | Industrial Segment-Specific Proposal |
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To reinforce Hong Kong’s position as a world-class logistics hub with advanced technologies in various industrial segments and to assist Hong Kong industries to increase their competitiveness in particular the following area:
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| 4. | Internet-of-Things (IoT) Technologies and Applications |
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Internet-of-Things (IoT) technologies were put into the China's 12th Five-Year (2011-15) Plan as one of the strategic emerging industries. IoT is a combination of an information infrastructure and communication networks, device technologies and control systems making use of a range of sensors and RFID tags. In light of such national drive, research and development of various IoT technologies and smart applications is solicited to foster industry adoption and to further modernize the logistics and supply chain industries.
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Application Procedures
For application and submission procedures, please click here.
Deadline for Applications
The deadline for application is on 24 February 2012, 5:00 pm (Hong Kong Time).
Contact Persons
For application and submission procedures, please click here.
Deadline for Applications
The deadline for application is on 24 February 2012, 5:00 pm (Hong Kong Time).
Contact Persons
| Dr. David Leung | Ms. Elaine Yu |
| Tel: 2299 0587 | Tel: 2299 0538 |
| Fax: 2299 0552 | Fax: 2299 0552 |
| E-mail: dleung@lscm.hk | E-mail: eyu@lscm.hk |