Colombia's ICLS taps Savi Networks to monitor security of shipments

Friday, 05 February 2010 11:07

Integrated Control and Logistics Services (ICLS), a Colombia-based provider of logistics and security services for major importers and exporters, has signed a

The SaviTrak™ service, leveraging GPS and cellular networks, will enable ICLS to automatically monitor the location, security and condition of shipments transported from inland manufacturing locations to coastal ports, as well as cargo transported internationally. Initially set up to track pharmaceutical and food product shipments between Cali and the Port of Buenaventura, the web-hosted intelligence service will enable ICLS to improve the security and visibility of in-transit cargo, resulting in reduced costs of physical security, product losses, claims and fines, while providing better customer service, improved operational efficiency and inventory management. SaviTrak reduces theft and loss, and provides a clear audit trail by immediately detecting possible security breaches and collaborating in real-time with law enforcement authorities.

"SaviTrak's advanced value-added intelligence will allow us to reduce operational risks and costs while improving service to our customers who manufacture products in a wide range of industries," said Alvaro Mauricio Duran, general manager of ICLS. "This unique technology will enable us to serve potential customers from Colombia, Venezuela and Ecuador from any company facility to any final destination in the world."

Source: AAPA