FedEx Express (FedEx), an express transportation service provider, introduces FedEx Import Tool (FiT), a next-generation solution designed to address the increasing complexity and volume of imports in India.

Launch The solution is timely as India witnessed a significant 12.2 per cent increase in merchandise imports, reaching $60.11 billion in February 2024 from $54.4 billion in January of the previous year, the company said in a statement. Integrates advanced technology and user-centric design to simplify imports. Ensure compliance and improve overall shipping efficiency. Developed indigenously, FiT reflects India's innovation prowess to address global challenges, with plans for a phased global rollout.

Key features include a unified self-service platform to simplify shipping and a comprehensive dashboard for real-time visibility. . Proactive notifications to speed up clearance, a secure document management portal and online customs payment capabilities. Additionally, 24-hour monitoring allows for tracking for up to 90 days after assembly.

“Innovation that exceeds customer expectations is at the core of everything we do. Understanding the pain points customers face has helped Developing FiT, ensuring we use the latest technology and automation to meet their specific needs FiT is poised to simplify and accelerate import processes, providing businesses with greater efficiency, transparency and reliability,” said Nitin Navneet Tatiwala, FedEx Vice President of Marketing for the Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and Africa. MEISA: “This prepares them to not only compete, but also win in today’s competitive global landscape.”