Francisco Tijerina, Director of Logistics Plus Mexico, was featured in the July 2024 Voice of the Independent newsletter. On page 6 of the publication, Francisco discussed the challenges for Latin America’s small-to-medium-sized enterprises in the post-COVID era.
Francisco commented on how the current global trading situation has proved beneficial to Latin America. “For years, countries in the region have been working to get a more open market system, negotiating Free Trade Agreements among the close-by nations, as well as participating in negotiations with the strongest countries in every continent.” Francisco added, “These initiatives have put them in an ideal situation to mediate commercially between China and the United States.”
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About Voice of the Independent
Established in June 2011, Voice of the Independent not only has the most comprehensive worldwide circulation of any logistics industry periodical, but also has the lowest advertising rate of any publication (in terms of cost per thousand). It is now firmly established as a premier information and marketing source for all independent logistics providers and shippers.
Logistics Plus Selected as a Top 100 3PL Provider by Inbound Logistics for a Third Year
The annual lists recognized the top third-party logistics providers deemed the best of the best by Inbound Logistics editors.
ERIE, PA (July 30, 2024) – Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP), a global leader in transportation, logistics, and unique supply chain solutions, is proud to announce it has been selected as a 2024 Top 100 3PL Provider by Inbound Logistics, a leading supply chain and logistics industry publication. It’s the third consecutive year that Logistics Plus has been named to the list. The Top 100 list appears in the Inbound Logistics July 2024 edition and across all content platforms—magazine, digital, web, and apps.
“Flexibility and scalability are the themes of our annual 3PL edition – and for good reason,” said Felecia Stratton, Editor for Inbound Logistics. “Outsourcing supply chain, logistics and transportation solutions to a trusted partner is never more important than when it’s time to prepare for growth, and the Inbound Logistics Top 100 3PLs deliver.”
“It sounds a little simplistic, but I really think our growth goes back to our culture,” said Jim Berlin, Founder & CEO of Logistics Plus. “We’ve been doing this for 27 plus years now, we’ve grown every year, and we’re debt-free, so I am very proud of what our team has and continues to accomplish together.”
Inbound Logistics (IL) is the pioneering magazine empowering demand-driven enterprises. IL’s educational mission is to guide businesses to efficiently manage logistics, reduce and speed inventory, and neutralize transportation cost increases by aligning supply to demand and adjusting enterprise functions to support that paradigm shift. More information about demand-driven enterprise practices is available at inboundlogistics.com.
About Logistics Plus, Inc.
Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP) is a 21st-century logistics company and a leading worldwide provider of transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, global logistics, business intelligence, technology, and supply chain solutions. LP works in the background to help businesses manage their supply chains in an ever-changing world. Founded in 1996, today LP has annual global sales of over $600M with more than 1,200 employees located in 50+ countries worldwide. LP is recognized as one of the fastest-growing privately-owned logistics companies, a top 3PL provider, a top 100 logistics company, a top freight brokerage and warehousing provider, and a great place to work. With a Passion For Excellence™, its employees put the PLUS in LOGISTICS by doing the big things properly, plus the countless little things that together ensure complete customer satisfaction and success.
Logistics Plus Founder and CEO Jim Berlin was featured on a recent ‘Growth Think Tank’ podcast episode #1111 hosted by Gene Hammett. The episode is titled Hiring for Entrepreneurial Spirit to Drive Predictable Growth. Watch the full interview below, or visit the following website to listen to the audio podcast:
In this episode, Jim and Gene explore the concept of “Hiring for Entrepreneurial Spirit.” Jim shares his insights on how hiring individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit can drive predictable growth and innovation within an organization. Discover the strategies he uses at Logistics Plus to identify and attract these unique talents. Learn how fostering an entrepreneurial mindset among employees can increase adaptability and success. Tune in to gain valuable tips on Hiring for Entrepreneurial Spirit and how it can transform your business, emphasizing the critical role of Hiring for Entrepreneurial Spirit in achieving long-term success.
The Logistics Plus (LP) Poland team continues to support and manage projects across Poland and nearby countries. Here are the most recent projects handled by LP Poland in July 2024.
1) Heat Exchangers
LP Poland handled the transportation and customs clearance of two heat exchangers in Europe and North Poland. Each unit had dimensions of 6.3 x 1.15 x 3.91m.
2) R&B Machine
The LP Poland team transported an R&B machine measuring 8.2 x 3.25 x 1.7m from Brugge, Belgium, to Central Poland.
3) KSRH
LP Poland successfully transported and cleared a king-size rathole (KSRH) from Gdańsk to Antwerp. The team organized the transportation, customs clearance, terminal handling in Antwerp, and survey report.
4) Offshore Crane Parts
Logistics Plus Poland trucked offshore crane parts from Gdańsk to Rzeszów, Poland. The shipment weighed 24 tons in total.
5) Gangway
The LP Poland team transported a disassembled gangway from Rzeszów to the Port of Świnoujście. The gangway consisted of four pieces, with the largest piece (the main boom) measuring 2550 x 300 x 440cm and weighing 3356 tons.
6) Ethyl Acetate
Logistics Plus Poland handled the ocean transport, re-loading, customs clearance, and trucking of 132 drums of Ethyl Acetate on pallets to Ukraine.
7) Vehicles
LP Poland successfully transported four vehicles from South Korea to Ukraine, re-loading them at a warehouse in Gdynia.
Photos from these projects can be seen below. To learn more about Logistics Plus Poland, please visit pl.logisticsplus.com.
Derek Berlin, Senior Vice President of Global Government Solutions for Logistics Plus, was featured on the Business Spotlight program, which is produced in partnership with WPSE Money Radio. Business Spotlight is a monthly 30-minute program that airs regionally and streams globally.
In this month’s Logistics Plus segment, Derek discusses his background, role with the company, the company’s efforts to help rebuild Ukraine, his recent trip to Ukraine, and more. You can listen to a replay of the interview on the Logistics Plus Podcasts page or by clicking below to listen on LP Radio on Spotify.
Data center logistics involves the efficient movement, storage, and deployment of equipment and resources that keep a data center running smoothly. It involves a lot of planning and organization to ensure everything is in the right place at the right time. Here are some of the critical aspects of data center logistics:
Planning and procurement: A data center needs a wide range of equipment, from servers and storage devices to cooling systems. Specialists in data center logistics must plan how this equipment will be laid out within the facility to maximize space utilization, airflow, and power distribution.
Inventory management: Tracking spare parts, critical components, and existing hardware is essential to ensure there’s no downtime during maintenance or upgrades. An efficient inventory within data centers helps maintain a buffer in case of unexpected needs.
Secure data erasure and disposal: When equipment reaches the end of its useful life, it must be disposed of responsibly. Data center logistics services involve properly disposing of the equipment to protect sensitive information and environmentally friendly disposal practices for retired equipment.
Why Choose Logistics Plus for Your Data Center Logistics Projects?
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Logistics Plus provides outstanding data center logistics and supply chain services through cost-effective operational planning, efficient execution, unparalleled visibility, and exceptional project management. Our teams listen and then design customized and comprehensive supply chain solutions for our clients. Our world-renowned technology suite and customer portal can be operated independently or seamlessly integrated with virtually any ERP, providing data and analytics that drive efficiency and savings.
Experience: Logistics Plus has been managing complex logistics projects since 1996. Today, we serve clients seeking a one-stop global solution for T1-T4 data center projects in the crypto, AI, and cloud storage sectors. We support projects ranging in size/scope from <1MW modular DCs to 100+MW phased multi-year construction DCs.
Expertise: Dedicated project planners, managers, and logistics specialists who understand how things work “on “the ground.”
Reach: Access to our established worldwide network of freight carriers across all modes of transportation, installation service providers, and flexible warehouse locations.
Passion For Excellence™: We care and find a way to say “yes” in everything we do!
Contact us today at DCS@logisticsplus.com for more information or to discuss your data center logistics needs. Our experienced team has the capabilities to turn your most complex projects into success stories.
Francisco Tijerina, Director of Logistics Plus Mexico, was featured in the July 2024 Voice of the Independent newsletter. On page 6 of the publication, Francisco discussed the challenges for Latin America’s small-to-medium-sized enterprises in the post-COVID era.
The Logistics Plus (LP) Poland team continues to support and manage projects across Poland and nearby countries. Here are the most recent projects handled by 
Data center logistics involves the efficient movement, storage, and deployment of equipment and resources that keep a data center running smoothly. It involves a lot of planning and organization to ensure everything is in the right place at the right time. Here are some of the critical aspects of 
