A Cargo Transportation Security Tool

United States border security has become a major concern in the recent past. In order to enhance border security, a system must be put in place to allow the tracking of shipments from origin to destination. Researchers at Purdue University, USA have developed a centralized, Internet based security tool which utilizes barcodes, RF technology, etc. to identify drivers and track the load integrity. This technology's two main focuses are private companies and the government. It can be used by a company to expedite the shipment and receiving process, streamline the billing/invoicing process, and to automate potential Federal Government container tracking requirements. The government can utilize this technology for shipping container validation, verification of load integrity, potential notification of special scenarios such as late or lost shipments, and as a tool to interact with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's ACE database for border control