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Savi
Networks and Emprevi 'Go Live' with Automated Network that Secures and
Tracks Colombian Cargo Shipments
Other Topics: RFID Report,
RFID-Enabled Greenhouses
June 27, 2007
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)-based Information Network
Improves Supply Chain Security, Visibility, and Management
Bogotá, Colombia -- During ceremonies yesterday sponsored by the U.S.
Embassy, Savi Networks and Emprevi Ltda. officially launched the first
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)-based information network
operating in South America that automatically tracks the location and
security status of cargo shipments from in-country factories to sea
ports. The event signified the transition from a pilot testing phase
to full operational production of the information network. |
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Emprevi, a
Colombia-based provider of logistics and security services for major
importers and exporters, contracted with Savi Networks to build the
information network. The network extends between Emprevi's customers'
manufacturing facilities, intermediate transportation checkpoints and
ports. Real-time "actionable visibility" provided by Savi's
web-hosted, transportation security software helps to cut
administrative costs, improve inventory management, decrease safety
stock, and reduce the potential for drug trafficking and smuggling,
theft, loss, or terrorist intrusions.
"With Savi Networks, we are going live with a fully operational
network that leverages the most advanced information and security
technologies to give our customers best-of-breed logistics and
security services," said Mauricio Barberan Canas, President of Emprevi.
"We have rigorously tested and validated the Savi Networks'
information system, and now offer it as a value-added service to our
customers in the pharmaceutical and healthcare, consumer product
goods, food and beverage, transportation and logistics services
industries."
"Savi Networks is providing Emprevi and its customers with greater
actionable visibility to improve decision-making as well as safeguard
global shipments moving in and out of Colombia," said Vic Verma, chief
executive officer of Savi Networks. "We plan to expand the network
footprint in Colombia, and to integrate it with SaviTrak(TM), our
worldwide information network so that Emprevi's customers can have
end-to-end visibility of their shipments throughout the global supply
chain."
The network of readers capture data transmitted over radio waves from
RFID-based e-Seals affixed to containers, and route the information to
the transportation security software. In addition to ongoing location
and security status information, the software also provides automated
alerts on security breaches and other exceptions that users can
receive via their emails, cell phones, or PDAs. The network is built
on an open technology platform that is compatible with ISO standard
18000-7 for active RFID devices and ISO standard 18185 for electronic
container security devices, both operating at the 433.92 MHz radio
frequency.
Emprevi is a 100 percent Colombian owned and operated company with
more than 20 years of experience in the management and prevention of
logistics risks. Emprevi's services have been a fundamental part of
the logistics strategy of important multinationals, incorporating deep
logistics knowledge, experience and advanced technologies. Clients
include Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Gillette, Cadbury Adams, DHL Danzas,
NYK Logistics, and Eagle Logistics.
Savi Networks, the operator of a global network providing real-time
information services on in-transit inventory, is a joint venture
between Savi Technology, Inc., a Lockheed Martin company [NYSE: LMT],
and Hutchison Port Holdings. To learn more about Savi Networks, visit:
http://www.savinetworks.com/ |
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