Pioneer of battery-free tracking technology wins OBE
Summary
His RFID location tracking systems boast near 100% accuracy and are utilised globally by numerous NHS trusts, major aircraft manufacturers, airlines, and prominent retailers. Born and educated in Sri Lanka, Dr Sithamparanathan (BEng (Hons), MPhil, PhD, FREng, FIET) fostered his passion for technology through studies in physics, maths, and chemistry. As Founder & President of PervasID, he has raised over $10 million in investment, turning his company into a multimillion-dollar enterprise impacting the retail, healthcare, and aerospace sectors. This integration with stock management applications offers real-time visibility and efficient services, significantly enhancing sales and customer satisfaction. He was elected Enterprise Fellow at Girton College Cambridge in 2022 and remains committed to mentoring students and promoting STEM in schools in the UK and Sri Lanka.