FedEx ranks 83 on 2010 InformationWeek 500
Company recognised for innovative new SenseAware service. FedEx has been recognised for its vision and leadership with a ranking in the top 100 on this year’s InformationWeek 500 – a list of the top technology innovators in the U.S.
The company ranks 83rd overall on the list. FedEx has been on the InformationWeek 500 list consistently since 1995. The magazine cited the new SenseAware powered by FedEx service as one of the top innovative ideas for solving business problems.
SenseAwareSM powered by FedEx is service that utilises sensor-based logistics to provide near real-time vital signs about shipments. A multi-sensor device deeply integrated with an easy-to-use yet powerful Web-based application enables customers to monitor their critical shipments. This breakthrough device is permitted by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to be used during flight on FedEx aircraft and measures accurate temperature, near-real time location, and exposure to light. Customizable alerts can be set for each of these factors and will provide a notification if a package exceeds their preset limits. All of this information is shared continuously with invited participants through a simple, feature-rich platform.
