Octave Loop Core
Comprehensive Project Supply Chain Management Software
Optimize costs, accelerate schedules, and control risks for EPC projects with the leading material management platform. Octave Loop Core (formerly Intergraph Smart Materials / HxGN Supply Chain Core) is an integrated material supply chain management platform that provides a common collaboration environment for all stakeholders in an EPC project, from project owners and EPC contractors to suppliers and subcontractors.
The Value Octave Loop Core Delivers
Four pillars helping EPC enterprises reduce costs, shorten schedules, and manage risks more effectively.
Reduce Project Costs
- Optimize procurement processes, reducing waste and duplication in material purchasing
- Control material budgets in real time, detecting cost overruns early
- Support supplier negotiations based on centralized purchasing history data
Shorten Project Schedules
- Automate the process from material requisition to purchase order placement
- Reduce approval wait times through digitized workflows
- Track purchase order and delivery status in real time
Improve Risk Management
- Exception-based management, the system automatically alerts when deviations from the plan occur
- Detect early risks of material shortages and delayed deliveries
- All change and approval history is fully logged for audit purposes
Global Collaboration
- A common collaboration platform for all partners in the EPC project supply chain
- Multiple parties can access, update, and share material data simultaneously on a single platform
- Supports multiple languages and currencies, suitable for multinational international projects
Six Core Features of Octave Loop Core
A comprehensive module suite covering the entire material management cycle — from supplier selection to on-site warehouse layout planning.
Supplier Management
- Store and evaluate supplier profiles on a centralized platform
- Track supplier performance through key metrics: delivery time, quality, contract compliance rate
- Support supplier approval and classification according to project standards
Quantification Tools
- Automatically calculate and manage the Bill of Materials (BOM)
- Support multiple international material standards (TCVN, ASME, DIN, BS, etc.)
- Link material data directly from the engineering department to the procurement department
Requisition & Procurement Cycle
- Digitize the entire process: from material requisition (MR) → approval → purchase order (PO) creation → delivery tracking
- Automated workflows with tiered approval authority
- Automatic alerts when discrepancies occur between requisitions and purchase orders
Inspection, Quality Control & Inventory Management
- Manage quality inspection processes for incoming warehouse materials
- Record and handle non-conforming material cases (NCR — Non-Conformance Report)
- Track inventory inflows, outflows, and stock levels in real time
Progress Measurement
- Track procurement and fabrication progress in real time
- Intuitive dashboards with percentage completion indicators by material category
- Automated progress reports for project review meetings
Construction Planning & Material Laydown Layout
- Support planning of material storage and warehouse layout at the project site
- Optimize storage space and internal material transportation flows
- Link construction schedules with material requirements at each phase
Choose the Deployment Model That Fits Your IT Infrastructure
Under the Octave ecosystem, the material management platform is offered with two deployment options. Clear differentiation helps enterprises select the right approach for their IT infrastructure planning.
- Delivered as a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), accessible via web browser
- Fast deployment, no investment in on-premises server infrastructure required
- Automatic updates — always on the latest version without manual maintenance
- Ideal for enterprises seeking rapid deployment, optimized initial IT costs, and flexible scalability
- Retains the Smart Materials name for on-premises server deployment
- Designed for large enterprise clients with stringent data security and control requirements
- Full control over infrastructure, with data stored within the internal system
- Ideal for oil & gas and energy corporations with strict IT policies and internal compliance requirements
Octave Loop Supply Chain Ecosystem
Octave Loop Core is the central component within the Octave Loop supply chain management ecosystem, repositioned from the HxGN Supply Chain solution suite.
Loop Core - EPC Project Material Management Platform
- Formerly: Intergraph Smart Materials / HxGN Supply Chain Core
- Comprehensive material supply chain management for EPC projects and heavy industry
- Available in two options: SaaS (Loop Core) and On-premises (Smart Materials)
Loop Material Readiness - Digitized On-Site Material Management
- Formerly: Jovix
- Barcode / RFID management and automated material counting at the construction site
- Ensures materials are ready precisely when needed for construction, reducing on-site waiting times
Loop Contracts - Supply Chain Contract Management
- Previously: HxGN Supply Chain Contracts™
- Specialized solution for managing contracts within the supply chain
- Monitor contract execution progress, milestones, and payment obligations
- Control risks related to supplier and subcontractor contracts
Industry Applications
Octave Loop Core serves a wide range of heavy industries with complex material management processes and high cost-control requirements.
Oil & Gas
- Manage piping materials, pressure equipment, fittings, and flanges per ASME / TCVN standards
- Track fabrication and delivery for upstream and downstream projects
- Control corrosion-resistant materials for marine and harsh chemical environments
Petrochemicals & Chemical
- Manage heat-resistant, pressure-rated materials for chemical plants and refineries
- Track Material Test Reports (MTR) for specialty materials
- Control materials according to hazardous material classifications
Power & Energy
- Manage materials for thermal power, hydropower, and renewable energy plants
- Track heavy-lift equipment, turbines, and generators
- Coordinate multinational supply chains for large-scale power projects
Infrastructure & Industrial Construction
- Manage steel structures, concrete, and bulk construction materials
- Support warehouse and material laydown area planning at the construction site
- Track delivery progress by construction phase
Fabrication & Manufacturing
- Manage raw material input for steel structure and pressure equipment fabrication shops
- Track material consumption and workshop inventory in real time
- Link work orders with material requirements
Frequently Asked Questions About Octave Loop Core
Octave Loop Core is the new name for Intergraph Smart Materials within the Octave ecosystem, following the brand repositioning from HxGN Supply Chain. The platform shares the same core capabilities. Loop Core is the SaaS (cloud) version, while Smart Materials is maintained as an on-premises deployment option for large enterprise clients with high security requirements.
Both versions share the same core capabilities for material management in EPC projects and heavy industry. The difference lies in the deployment model: Loop Core runs on the cloud (SaaS), while Smart Materials runs on on-premises servers.
Loop Material Readiness (formerly Jovix) is a digitized on-site material management platform that uses barcodes and RFID to automate material tracking and counting. It is a complementary module to Loop Core — Loop Core manages the supply chain at the project office level, while Loop Material Readiness manages materials at the field/site level.
Yes. Octave Loop Core supports multiple international material standards (TCVN, ASME, DIN, BS, etc.), making it suitable for multinational EPC projects that use various standard sets.
Since the SaaS model does not require on-premises server infrastructure, deployment time is typically significantly shorter than the on-premises version. Specific timelines depend on project scope, number of users, and the degree of process customization. Contact TrueTech for a detailed assessment.
TrueTech is the authorized distributor and implementation partner for Octave solutions in the Vietnamese market, including Loop Core, Loop Material Readiness, Loop Contracts, and Smart Materials on-premises.
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