>I am also trying to implement a FedEx module for a client and I do not know
>the best way to handle this, when I saw the SOAP method I though this may be
>solution for the problem but I could not get a clear answer from FedEx support so I posted the question here on the UT.
>Right now the only alternative I have is to POST to their cgi tracking system over the web and then parse the HTML, I wish FedEx could be more forthcoming on supporting SOPA-WebServices that will facilitate a lot of the work that we have to do.

I talked another hour on phone with them today and had to give them a training on how and what a Web Service is. Their closest service for that in regards to Web Service is an XML approach where you have to initiate a proper HTTPS connection and parse all that into an XML call to their server. For that, you need to download some documentation and request the proper link to test. Then, they will proceed with a proper registration. So, right now, I have the code ready to test. It's just that I need the secure link before proceeding.

I told them it's one step in the right direction but they should really consider delivering a pure XML Web Service as this is the way to go.

I'll post sample, if workable, as soon as I have more info about it.