IIT Madras FedEx SMART

Center for Supply Chain Modelling, Algorithms, Research and Technology Center

Welcome to the IIT Madras-led FedEx SMART Center — where innovation drives real-world impact. At the intersection of research and technology, we’re reimagining supply chains to be greener, smarter, and more resilient for a connected world. In December 2023, FedEx partnered with IIT Madras, committing a five-year, $5 million grant to spark transformative innovation in the logistics sector. This landmark collaboration marked a significant step forward for scientists, academia, and key industry stakeholders dedicated to reshaping India’s logistics landscape through cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices. The IIT Madras-led FedEx SMART Center is envisioned as a hub of excellence — advancing logistics through high-impact research, future-ready solutions, and knowledge-sharing. It stands as a beacon of industry-academia collaboration, symbolizing what’s possible when visionary institutions and corporate leadership join forces. We invite you to be part of our vibrant ecosystem — one that nurtures breakthrough R&D, fosters talent through mentorship and internships, and champions innovation for a sustainable future and a stronger economy.

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Our Mission

The mission of the IIT Madras-led FedEx SMART Center is to;

Create an advanced research hub offering futuristic sustainable solutions for the nation.
Leverage emerging technologies, strategic collaborations between industry leaders and academia and next-gen talent outreach initiatives.
Drive innovations that push the boundaries of technology and supply chain logistics to address real-world logistics challenges.
Bridge the gaps in the supply chain logistics space with the development of futuristic technologies through research-driven approaches and experiential learning.
Empower organizations, researchers, academia, and students to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.
Foster an ecosystem that enables entrepreneurship through startup, incubation and funding.

Looking towards the future vision of the SMART center

Our Vision

Our vision is to advance environmental and social sustainability in supply chain logistics by driving research-led innovation, harnessing emerging technologies, cultivating knowledge through experiential learning and internships, nurturing a dynamic startup ecosystem, and fostering impactful collaborations between academia and industry.

Milestones

30+

Faculty Mentors

50+

Research Team

50+

R&D Projects

35+

Knowledge Dissemination

3500+

Talent Outreach

1500+

Immersive Internship applications