**Chicago**: FourKites has appointed Sree Mangalampalli and Jimmy Sebastian as new vice presidents. Their extensive experience aims to enhance the capabilities of the Intelligent Control Tower™, integrating AI with supply chain data to streamline operations for clients, cutting costs and improving efficiency.
FourKites, a prominent player in supply chain technology, has appointed two new vice presidents to enhance its leadership team. The appointments come in the wake of the company’s recent launch of Intelligent Control Tower™, a platform that integrates real-time supply chain data with artificial intelligence to facilitate automation.
Mathew Elenjickal, founder and CEO of FourKites, remarked, “As our customers work to capitalise on the capabilities of our Intelligent Control Tower, these leaders will help them turn data into automated decisions that cut costs, reduce disruptions, and create competitive advantage.”
Sree Mangalampalli joins FourKites as Vice President of Digital Transformation Solutions, bringing over 20 years of experience across multiple sectors, including manufacturing and automotive. He previously held a vice president role at TADA, where he developed comprehensive supply chain strategies for Fortune 500 companies, achieving significant cost savings. Mangalampalli is also a recognised thought leader, serving on the board of advisors for the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management Supply Chain program.
The other new appointee, Jimmy Sebastian, takes on the role of Vice President of AI Products. With more than 25 years of experience in developing enterprise platforms for AI and machine learning, he was most recently VP of AI Platform at Beyond Limits. There, he focused on optimising business workflows using advanced AI techniques. His previous positions included leadership roles at various notable companies, where he centred on analytics and supply chain optimisation.
Elenjickal added that FourKites adopts a consultative approach, emphasising the importance of understanding customer challenges before implementing technology. “We don’t just deploy technology – we partner with customers to develop solutions that address their specific pain points,” he said.
The company continues to receive recognition for its contributions to the field, recently securing a spot on FreightWaves’ FreightTech 25 list for the seventh consecutive year. Additionally, it was named one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2023, highlighting its commitment to fostering a culture of innovation.
FourKites claims to process over 3.2 million supply chain events daily and assists more than 1,600 global brands in moving from reactive tracking to proactive supply chain orchestration.
Source: Noah Wire Services
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