Unisys and PayCargo Partner to Integrate Payment Processing Capabilities into Unisys' Award-Winning Cargo Software and Services

New solution will automate payment process for improved visibility and streamlined operations

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Jun 10, 2019, 07:55 ET

BLUE BELL, Pa., June 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Unisys Corporation (NYSE: UIS) and PayCargo, LLC, a provider of electronic invoicing and settlement solutions for the shipping industry, today announced an agreement to integrate Unisys' award-winning Digistics™ cargo software solutions with PayCargo payment processing capabilities to deliver enhanced cargo processing to airlines, freight forwarders and importers.

Through this agreement, PayCargo payment processing services can be integrated into the Unisys operating modules of Digistics to offer clients real-time payment processing capabilities, including automated payment creation and scheduling, as well as tracking for the freight forwarder and importer and remittance validation for the airline. These services will streamline the payment process for cargo import operations, enabling faster shipment delivery and improved cash flow for airlines.

"By adding payment capabilities into Unisys software, PayCargo gives users on both sides of a transaction visibility into billing, which will enable them to address any issues immediately and make payments more efficiently," said Juan Dieppa, chief operating officer, PayCargo. "Unisys has for decades leveraged the power of the Web to allow their clients to book, manage and control air cargo transactions securely and reliably in a cloud-based, software-as-a-service model, and now payment data as well."

"We are excited to collaborate with PayCargo to better meet the needs of the cargo market," said Dheeraj Kohli, vice president and Global Head of Travel and Transportation, Unisys. "PayCargo is the only payment processor and provider of funding options that has partnered with a solution like ours. By allowing clients to integrate their capabilities into our software, we are able to provide real-time payment visibility for improved cash management -- creating a seamless, transparent and user-friendly environment for our clients to reduce their administrative costs and better manage electronic payments for their business."

Launched in 2017, Digistics™ is an award-winning holistic and integrated modular air cargo software logistics solution that allows carriers to streamline freight management and improve their operational efficiency. Unisys' Digi-Portal e-commerce platform services and connects a global community of more than 25,000 buyers at forwarders, airlines, general sales agents and handlers across more than 140 countries.

Unisys has more than 55 years of experience providing innovative IT solutions to the travel and transportation industry. Nine of the top 10 airlines depend on Unisys solutions. For more information on Unisys travel and transportation offerings, please click here.

About PayCargo
PayCargo is a patented online payments solution for the Ocean, Air, Trucking and Rail industries. PayCargo offers electronic tools that create significant efficiencies by automating the payments process. PayCargo helps companies in the international supply chain reduce operating costs, grow profits, dramatically increase cash flow, and improve overall liquidity. PayCargo, LLC, connects the payer and vendor for immediate transparency to improve payment communication, and allow significant cost savings through automation and standardization.

About Unisys
Unisys is a global information technology company that builds high-performance, security-centric solutions for the most digitally demanding businesses and governments on Earth. Unisys offerings include security software and services; digital transformation and workplace services; industry applications and services; and innovative software operating environments for high-intensity enterprise computing. For more information on how Unisys builds better outcomes securely for its clients across the Government, Financial Services and Commercial markets, visit www.unisys.com.

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