Information Management Bureau

The Information Management Bureau (IMB) assists clients by tracking individuals and assets, monitoring locations, special events, network security, supply chain security, etc. Enterprise, end-to-end solutions are also available. Access is global and seamless, providing 24/7 real-time monitoring via two-way redundant communication via cell, satellite, or wireless LAN. The IMB platform is fully web-accessible, with priority configurable user access by need and data element. The system provides security recovery and evidentiary information, emergency dispatch and notifications, and 3rd party validation for corporate and insurance purposes.
Sensor applications tracked by the IMB means:

• Lower operating costs and often lower insurance costs
• Increased service levels and employment production
• Better efficiencies and alignment of business and security
• Additional liability advantages by minimizing traditional "high risk" situations

The Information Management Bureau has 3 Primary Functions:

• Collect, analyze, and display information from technology sensor products and other signal generators
• Associate shipping documentation to shipment, integrate with existing customer IT system
• Advanced business logic for process automation

The IMB platform is:

• Web Based
• Java Based
• Event Driven
• Asset Management
• Mapping and Geo-Zoning
• Tracking and History
• Document Centric
• Utilizes Complex Business Rules
• Open and Scalable Architecture
• Flexible and Adaptable Interfaces to Legacy Systems (XML, SMS, SAP, Excel)

Document/Message Overview
Can be any type of document/message, stores any information that can be created by user and/or system. Data elements are ‘actionable’ using business rule configuration in an Excel, XML, CSV format. Input is facilitated by manual upload, E-form, Web Service, FTP, E-mail, and stored directory. Output includes Web Service, FTP, E-mail, named directory, and stored directory. Examples include: Purchase Orders, Bills of Lading, Advance Shipping Notices, etc.