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Turn virtual into reality.

FedEx has the services, infrastructure and technology to meet our changing needs as we push to make virtual shopping a mainstream reality for our customers.
— Mike Fitzsimmons, Founder and CEO, Delivery Agent, Inc.

Wouldn't it be amazing if there was a way to find and buy the things you admire in television shows, movies and music videos but never seem to see where you shop? Things like the tuxedo worn by McDreamy on "Grey's Anatomy" or the skirt worn by Bree on "Desperate Housewives"? That's where Delivery Agent comes in. Using FedEx services, this innovative e-business closes the gap between the virtual and physical worlds, proving that sometimes what you see is what you can get.

Partnering with television networks, movie studios and sports teams, Delivery Agent offers more than 14,000 unique products from more than 50 different entertainment programs. While some items, such as T-shirts, mugs and home furnishings, are perennial favorites, many others — like the wardrobes and jewelry of viewers' favorite stars — change from week to week.

Delivery Agent relies on the FedEx portfolio of services to ensure that its sourcing and distribution keep pace with the demands of Hollywood and with the expectations of its customers. The company uses FedEx Freight to move large shipments from its many vendors to its central distribution center in Chicago. From there, FedEx Ground and FedEx Home Delivery transport orders to customers, and FedEx Express provides an expedited option for fans who want to turn what's virtual into reality even more quickly.

Over the past 30 years, global GDP has risen 154% and the value of world trade has grown 355%, while the value of air cargo has climbed a remarkable 1,395%.


Fact source: John D. Kasarda, University of North Carolina



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