ABF on InformationWeek 500 list — again

ABF Freight System has been cited as an innovator in information technology (IT) by InformationWeek magazine, which lists ABF on the 2010 InformationWeek 500.

This marks the fifth consecutive year that ABF has earned a place on the list.

According to InformationWeek, ABF earned a spot on the 2010 listing for its ongoing efforts to facilitate supply chain management processes through IT innovation. The carrier’s Reports Portal, an internal, intranet-based system, was cited as an example.

InformationWeek has identified and honored the nation’s most innovative users of information technology with its annual listing, and has tracked the technology, strategies, investments and administrative practices of America’s best-known companies. The list is unique among corporate rankings because it spotlights the power of innovation in information technology, rather than simply identifying the biggest IT spenders. 

“In collaboration with our customers, ABF has developed the best shipping tools in the transportation industry. We are proud to see our efforts again validated by this recognition for IT innovation,” Roy Slagle, ABF senior vice president, sales and marketing, said in a statement. “ABF customers expect time and money-saving applications through IT-based innovation, and ABF consistently meets their needs by developing innovative, user-centric applications."