Logistics Plus Opens New 542,000 Square Foot Phoenix, AZ Warehouse

Logistics Plus Opens New 542,000 Square Foot Phoenix, AZ Warehouse

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Logistics Plus Opens New 542,000 Square Foot Phoenix, AZ Warehouse

Located near the Luke Air Force Base, F-35s provide a breath-taking backdrop to this commercial facility.

Logistics Plus Opens New 542,000 Square Foot Phoenix, AZ WarehouseERIE, PA (May 10, 2022) – Logistics Plus Inc. (LP), a leading worldwide provider of transportation, logistics, and supply chain solutions, is proud to announce the opening of a new 542 thousand square foot warehouse in Phoenix, Arizona. The facility is located adjacent to the Luke Air Force Base on the western side of Phoenix, providing ready-access and affordable warehousing for west coast imports and exports and southwest storage needs. Tom Kelly, regional director of sales and operations for Logistics Plus, will oversee the operation.

“A portion of the facility will be filled immediately with clients from our growing solar and technology sectors,” says Kelly. “But as the LP network’s second-largest commercial warehouse, we still have additional space available for qualified customers. In fact, we now have nearly 2 million square feet of warehousing across our four facilities in the western region.”

Scott Frederick Comments on Phoenix AZ Warehouse

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Logistics Plus also manages sizable warehousing facilities in southern California, Dallas, Chicago, Charlotte, Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey. The company is closing in on 5 million square feet of commercial warehousing across North America, with additional warehousing in Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America. Transport Topics magazine recently named Logistics Plus a 2022 Top Dry Storage Warehousing Firm.

About Logistics Plus Inc.

A 21st Century Logistics CompanyLogistics Plus Inc. is a 21st-century logistics company that provides freight transportation, Warehousing, fulfillment, global logistics, business intelligence, and supply chain management solutions through a worldwide network of talented and caring professionals. The company was founded 25 years ago in Erie, PA, by Jim Berlin. Today, Logistics Plus is a highly regarded, fast-growing, and award-winning transportation and logistics company. With its trademark Passion For Excellence™, Logistics Plus employees put the ‘plus’ in logistics by doing the big things properly, plus the countless little things that ensure complete customer satisfaction and success.

The Logistics Plus® network includes offices, warehouses, and agents located in Erie, PA; Aurora, CO; Buffalo, NY; Chicago, IL; Chino, CA; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Colton, CA; Dallas, TX; Dayton, NJ; Des Moines, IA; Haslet TX; Houston, TX; Laredo, TX; Lexington, NC; Los Angeles, CA; Miami, FL; New York, NY; Olean, NY; Ontario, CA; Phoenix, AZ; Rock Hill, SC; San Francisco, CA; Tulsa, OK; Vancouver, WA; Australia; Belgium; Brazil; Canada; China; Colombia; Czech Republic; Egypt; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Kazakhstan; Kenya; Libya; Malaysia; Mexico; Netherlands; Poland; Saudi Arabia; Singapore; Taiwan; Turkey; UAE; Uganda; and Vietnam; with additional agents around the world. For more information, visit www.logisticsplus.com or follow @LogisticsPlus on Twitter.

Media Contact:
Scott G. Frederick
Vice President, Marketing
and LTL Carrier Relations
Logistics Plus Inc.
(814) 240-6881
scott.frederick@logisticsplus.com

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Logistics Plus Joins The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce

Logistics Plus Joins The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce

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Shane Gross, VP of Global Strategic Partnerships, Chicago

The Logistics Plus Chicago office is proud to announce that they have joined the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce. As a member of the Chamber, Logistics Plus gains access to a plethora of networking, professional development, and business advocacy events in the Chicagoland area. The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce is the only independent voice for business that unites companies of all sizes and industries.

Logistics Plus VP of Global Strategic Partnerships Shane Gross shared his excitement about joining the Chamber. “I’m thrilled about the opportunities this partnership can bring us. I’m excited to connect with executives across Chicago and inform them of what we do here at Logistics Plus. The ultimate goal is to get our foot in the door with some of the major companies in this region.”

About the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce
With a rich history of leadership and business advocacy combined with the power of people, the Chamber continues to foster a dynamic economy, deliver value to members, and make Chicagoland a world-class place to live and work. The Chamber curates events, programming, and custom introductions that connect you to the largest network of business and civic leaders you won’t find anywhere else. We relentlessly lobby and ensure businesses have a seat at the table to protect and create pro-business policies so you can focus on growing your business and creating jobs.

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Gretchen Seth Featured on WPSE Business Spotlight

Gretchen Seth Featured on WPSE Business Spotlight

WPSE Business SpotlightLogistics Plus Senior Vice President Gretchen Seth was featured on the weekly Business Spotlight program from WPSE AM 1450/FM 107.1 Radio. Business Spotlight is a 30-minute program airing Fridays at noon. Each segment focuses on a business or organization that is making an impact across the region.

In this segment, Gretchen discusses her background, the company’s Ukraine relief efforts, her recent trip to Poland, navigating supply chain challenges, and more. You can listen to a replay of the interview on the Logistics Plus Podcasts page or by clicking the audio link below.

Additionally, if you’d like to read more or donate to our Ukrainian Family Relief Fund, please visit: https://lpukrainerelief.com/

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Meet the Logistics Plus Japan Team

Meet the Logistics Plus Japan Team

logistics plus japanThe Logistics Plus (LP) Japan team began operations in 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. The new LP Japan team is looking forward to assisting all customers in the global Logistics Plus network. This office provides full-service logistics and supply chain solutions including freight forwarding, trucking, warehousing and fulfillment, customs, and more.

Upon opening, the Logistics Plus Japan office hit the ground running with projects in nearly every industry. The team currently has projects in the alcohol, retail, information technology, and energy industries (along with many more).

Michael Host, Director of Japan Operations said, “Our team is excited about all of the opportunities coming our way. As an extension of the Logistics Plus global network, the Japan office can assist with virtually any logistics or supply chain need. We will deliver for our customers, finding the optimal solution for any supply chain need.

Meet The Team

japan operationsMichael Host (Director of Japan Operations)
Email: michael.host@logisticsplus.com
Phone: (+)81-70-3993-5663

Takefumi Hosomi (Managing Director)
takefumi.hosomi@logisticsplus.com
Phone: (+)81-80-4460-8603

Jinendra Daga (Finance & Accounting)
jinendra.daga@logisticsplus.com
Phone: (+)81-80-9284-1872

Kenji Yuge (Project Leader)
kenji.yuge@logisticsplus.com
Phone: (+)81-90-5570-7373

Juri Sugaya (Logistics Specialist)
juri.sugaya@logisticsplus.com
Phone: (+)81-80-5077-7342

Yusa Otomo (Logistics Coordinator)
yusa.otomo@logisticsplus.com
Phone: (+)81-90-2325-7397

Phyllis Fu (Supply Chain Data Analyst)
phyllis.fu@logisticsplus.com

Locations

Logistics Plus Japan, K.K. (Office)
Level 11, Aoyama Palacio Tower
3-6-7 Kita-Aoyama
Minato-Ku, Tokyo 107-0061 Japan

Japan Hub Warehouse
Redwood Logistics Center
4F & 5F (Section E2)
2464-11 Ota, Sakura City, Chiba, Japan 285-0808

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For any requests involving the Japan team, please email japan@logisticsplus.com. We thank you for all current business and future opportunities, and we look forward to assisting you.

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Naval Warship Engines On The Move

Naval Warship Engines On The Move

navy enginesThe Logistics Plus Project Cargo team successfully transported several Naval warship engines for the ESB and T-AO programs. The two programs vary based on the type of warship and their purpose. The T-AO fleet involves large oilers, while the ESB program involves landing platform vessels. More details about each program are listed below.

ESB Program

  • As part of a recent government contract, the U.S. Navy added a third ship to be constructed and configured as an Expeditionary Sea Base (ESB).
  • ESB bases are highly flexible platforms that can be employed across a broad range of military operations.
  • ESB engines weigh roughly 250,000 lbs. each.

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T-AO Program

  • The T-AO program involves new fleet oilers for the U.S. Navy designed to transfer fuel to the Navy’s carrier strike groups operating at seas.
  • These oilers have the capacity to carry 162,000 barrels of oil. The vessels measure 742-feet in length.
  • T-AO engines weigh roughly 450,000 lbs. each.

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How Logistics Plus Resolves Inventory Dilemmas

How Logistics Plus Resolves Inventory Dilemmas

inventory dilemmaA recent article published by CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly, written by Jonathon Byrnes and John Wass, suggests that implementing a balanced inventory management strategy is essential. The biggest question facing managers today is whether their supply chains should be just-in-time (low inventories) or just-in-case (high inventories).

You can read the full article here: How To Resolve Your Inventory Dilemma.

The article focuses on three points concerning inventory management dilemmas. They are presented here with a note under each regarding how Logistics Plus can help.

  • Make the right promises. A company should offer different service intervals based on the customer profit segment. For example, profit peak customers with steady demand provide your core profitability. These customers should be able to get what they need at any time. Service intervals for profit peak customers should be one-day or less. On the other end of the spectrum are profit drain customers with variable demand. These customers have erratic demand, and it is not necessary to hold high levels of local stock. Instead, these customers should have a service level of about three days, enabling you to bring stock in from a central warehouse. Figure 1 (below) shows the different service intervals based on customer segments.

As a company known for saying YES, not NO, Logistics Plus works with each customer based on their exact needs. We understand that no two customers are the same. Our team offers warehousing and distribution services that are just the right size, in just the right place, for just the right length of time. You don’t pay for space you don’t need. We can diagnose your warehousing challenges, develop inventory management solutions, and then make those solutions work when it matters.

  • Manage your account relationships. Customizing your service intervals to match profitability and demand will help keep your inventory low and service levels high. The key to managing account relationships is to be clear about the “rules” of how you will serve your customers. If you keep your promises, retaining your clients becomes more manageable. If profit drain or profit desert customers want the fastest service available, they must pay compensatory prices.

Logistics Plus is committed to providing the best warehousing services possible. Our values reflect our belief in the highest level of service and technology. A focus on delivering the highest level of savings and efficiency is why our clients become long-term customers. We work with customers to ensure their goods arrive at their destination on time and in perfect condition. We provide excellent service and an unwavering commitment to helping them achieve their goals.

  • Manage your supply chain. Holding the proper amount of inventory for each customer segment is manageable. By tailoring inventory strategies to each customer profit segment, managers can boost profitability by providing the right set of incentives for each profit segment. For example, Profit peak customers should get consistently fast service with a constant priority on inventory. Profit desert customers should also receive appropriate service promises that they can rely on, giving them an incentive to grow their business and profitability to profit peak status.

As part of your team, we can look up and down your supply chain, identify the weakest links and repair them. You can rely on our team of industry-leading warehouse experts to solve your inventory challenges and significantly improve performance while positively impacting your profitability. By determining the current performance of your supply chain, we can optimize your inventory levels and set up distribution facilities to help you save.

The notes above are just a few thoughts regarding commonly faced inventory dilemmas. Logistics Plus is ready and willing to work collaboratively with our customers to create value and customized solutions that fit their needs. Contact us today to learn more.

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