FedEx introduces SenseAware
New information service to aid in the management of supply chain interactions will target the life sciences industry at launch. FedEx has announced SenseAware, an information service that combines a GPS sensor device and a web-based collaboration platform. Developed by the FedEx innovation team, SenseAware provides access to information between business partners and customers to aid in the management of supply chain interactions. The new service is to target the life sciences industry when it launches in spring of 2010.
SenseAware is a multi-modal solution that will serve customers who desire near real-time visibility and insight into their shipments.
The service is permitted by the Federal Aviation Administration to be used during flight on FedEx aircraft and will allow customers to monitor in-transit conditions during ground transportation.
A SenseAware device riding with a FedEx shipment will provide the following information:
- Precise temperature readings
- A shipment’s exact location
- When a shipment is opened or if the contents have been exposed to light
- Real-time alerts and analytics between trusted parties regarding the above vital signs of a shipment
A limited number of SenseAware sensor devices are expected to be available during the initial launch for U.S. customers within the healthcare and life sciences industry.
