SmartCAE

SmartCAE is a software company specializing in thermal engineering solutions for temperature-controlled logistics. Founded in 2014, the company develops virtual cold chain software products and services to assist packaging providers, logistics companies, and pharmaceutical firms in managing temperature-sensitive shipments. SmartCAE's core offerings include SmartCAE Thermal Packaging, which helps rapidly prototype and analyze packaging designs, and SmartCAE Lane Risk, a tool that simulates thermal risks for global distribution lanes. The company's approach enables users to estimate thermal lane risks within hours, significantly reducing the time and cost associated with traditional lab and field tests. SmartCAE's virtual cold chain modeling can create thousands of shipment scenarios in minutes, allowing users to assess various factors such as delays, packaging options, and shipping lane choices. This technology aims to minimize time to market, reduce waste, and mitigate financial losses due to temperature excursions in the cold chain. In March 2023, SmartCAE integrated its advanced simulation application with Validaide's web-based platform, further enhancing the digital cold chain capabilities for pharmaceutical manufacturers.

Key customers and partnerships

SmartCAE's solutions cater to a diverse range of industries, including pharmaceutical, perishables, logistics, and packaging. The company has collaborated with notable organizations in these sectors. In 2023, SmartCAE partnered with Merck Sharp & Dohme (MSD), CSafe, and Sonoco to develop a process combining thermal simulation modeling with climatic chamber testing for qualifying Thermal Protective Systems. This partnership aims to reduce the number of climatic chamber tests required, accelerate qualification timelines, and challenge complex variables in modeling. Additionally, SmartCAE has integrated its services with Validaide, a market-leading software tool in cold chain logistics, to provide enhanced digital collaboration and increased supply chain transparency for pharmaceutical manufacturers.