2007

2007 Winner Profile

Horizon Lines

  • Project Description: Horizon Lines launched a radio frequency identification (RFID) solution that provides them with end-to-end, real-time shipment visibility. RFID gives Horizon better inventory and equipment control, and detailed shipment information from a container's origin to its destination. To date, Horizon has processed more than 75,000 tag reads via live feeds from ocean carriers, railroads and trucks.
  • Project type: Technology/Infrastructure/Mobile/RFID
  • CIO: $model.cio100.cioFirstName Kessler, VP, Business Solutions and CIO of Horizon Lines, Inc.
  • CEO: Charles G. (Chuck) Raymond, Chairman, President and CEO of Horizon Lines, Inc.
  • Headquarters: Charlotte, N.C.
  • Industry: Automotive/Transportation
  • Revenue (2006): $1.15 billion
  • Website: www.horizon-lines.com
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