In a Global Marketplace, 3PLs Operating Foreign Trade Zones Provide Competitive Edge for Customers By Leslie Ajlouny, Evans Distribution Systems Third party logistics providers that operate U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones offer a unique advantage for their customers that import or export goods. They do this by allowing for value-added services to be performed before any duty [...]
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Top 10 Considerations When Selecting A Warehouse Facility
Top 10 Considerations When Selecting A Warehouse Facility By Leslie Ajlouny, VP Business Development at Evans Distribution Systems There are lots of considerations when selecting a warehouse facility for your products and equipment. Picking the right warehouse can save your business time, money, and give you the confidence needed to build and sustain a [...]
Innovation is a Key Driver in Logistics Partnerships
in•no•va•tion [in-uh-vey-shuhn] Years ago, we defined what we called Evans’ “Pillars” which represent the foundation of our company and our success. HERITAGE – Leveraging our history, experience and best practices in warehousing, transportation and logistics PASSION – Professionals who love what we do! SIMPLIFIED SYSTEMS – Implementing the right technology while making it easy. INNOVATION [...]
A New Chapter in the Evans Story
Agility. This word sums up just one of the reasons our company has enjoyed such longstanding success. Our company’s 83 year history includes supporting a wide variety of industries providing an even wider range of services. 2012 will be no exception as February [...]
Boomerang Business
It is always tough to lose a customer…regardless of the circumstances. You come to know the people, their products, their customers and develop an understanding of their business. When they leave, it often feels like a best friend has moved away. But it happens…especially in our warehousing business where much of the value we provide [...]
Hey Detroit…Count Us In!
A few years ago the “Pure Michigan“ campaign was launched. This extremely successful ad campaign was launched to promote travel and tourism. Each time I see one of the campaign ads, I am struck by the gorgeous photos of our state…sparkling lakes…breathtaking golf courses… stunning fall colors. Backed by the inspiring voices of Michigan natives [...]
Social Media Surprises
Like many companies, we have been busy trying to keep up with the fast-paced changes in the technology world. The recent introduction of our blog, 3PL Insights, and the engagement of social media tools including Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn have helped us expand our reach in the online community and beyond in a fairly short [...]
Not Rested Until We Are Vested
I recently had the opportunity to attend the Annual Conference of the Warehousing Education Research Council (WERC). This is one of my favorite industry events each year. The WERC Conference provides me with the opportunity to network with other Supply Chain professionals and participate in a wide variety of Sessions regarding our world of Warehousing [...]
