By: Oliver Hawthorne
Airlines face a big headache: easy tablet – buying, but costly management. Jeppesen ForeFlight and Stratix’s Manage My EFB could be the solution. It’s not just another software; it aims to cut operational friction.
Manage My EFB combines iPads, ForeFlight software, and Stratix services into a monthly subscription. Airlines get pre – configured devices, SmartSIM connectivity, and support. Stratix simplifies mobility; ForeFlight speeds up deployment. It turns separate purchases into one service. Airlines have long digitized operations but still have fragmented programs. Each device change or software update adds admin work. This new model shifts focus from hardware ownership to service use.
This move reflects a trend where customers prefer outcomes over ownership. For ForeFlight and Stratix, it deepens customer ties. For airlines, it means fewer vendors and contracts. In aviation, reliability is key, and simple operational models win.
Author bio: Oliver Hawthorne, a Principal Correspondent permanently stationed at an international technology review.