1. Basic Information
- Name of the Institute: Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Management and Entrepreneur Development
- Department: Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
- Visit Date: 24th February 2026
- Location of Visit: JNPA Navi Mumbai
- Class: MCA – II Year
- Total Students Attended: 48
2. Objectives of the Industrial Visit
The primary objectives of organizing the industrial visit were:
- To provide MCA students with practical exposure to real-time industrial operations.
- To understand the role of Information Technology in port management systems.
- To explore automation processes involved in Import and Export logistics.
- To bridge the gap between academic learning and industrial practices.
- To create awareness regarding career opportunities for students from a technical background in port and logistics industries.
3. About the Organization
Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA), also known as JNPT, is one of India’s premier container handling ports and plays a vital role in the country’s international trade operations. It is one of the largest and most technologically advanced ports in India, facilitating automated container handling and digitalized cargo movement systems for efficient import-export management.
JNPA integrates advanced IT infrastructure and automation technologies for managing logistics operations such as:
- Cargo handling
- Container tracking
- Vessel traffic management
- Documentation & clearance
- Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)
- Automated gate operations
4. Visit Highlights
During the industrial visit, MCA second-year students were introduced to various automation processes used in port operations, especially in Import and Export facilities.
Students gained insights into:
- End-to-end automation in cargo handling systems
- Digital container management systems
- Online documentation and tracking systems
- Real-time monitoring of port logistics
- IT-enabled logistics operations
- Database and networking infrastructure used for port management
The students also visited the IT Department of JNPA where they learned about:
- Port Management Software
- Data handling and monitoring systems
- Cybersecurity practices in logistics networks
- Server management and network infrastructure
- Integration of IT systems in shipping and cargo operations
5. Expert Session
An informative session was conducted by:
- Mr. Sandeep Patil (Marketing Officer, JNPA)
He provided a detailed overview of:
- JNPA Port operations and workflow
- Automation in import-export logistics
- IT-based logistics management systems
- Digital transformation in maritime infrastructure
- Career opportunities for students from technical backgrounds such as MCA
He also guided students regarding potential job roles available for IT students in port operations such as:
- Software Developer
- System Analyst
- IT Support Engineer
- Network Administrator
- Database Administrator
- Logistics IT Executive
6. Learning Outcomes
After completing the visit, students were able to:
- Understand real-time implementation of IT in logistics and maritime industries.
- Gain exposure to automated import-export management systems.
- Learn about software applications used in port operations.
- Identify career opportunities in IT-enabled logistics industries.
- Understand the importance of digital transformation in supply chain management.
7. Conclusion
The industrial visit to Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority was highly informative and beneficial for MCA second-year students. It helped students to gain practical knowledge about automation in port operations and the significant role of Information Technology in logistics and maritime infrastructure.
The session conducted by Mr. Sandeep Patil enhanced students’ understanding of career opportunities available in the logistics and port management sectors for technical graduates.
