Outsourced Logistics

Duke Sells 14 Acres of Land in Chesapeake Commerce Center to the Port of BaltimoreSecond Land Disposition Demonstrates Appeal of Development to Entities Involved in Logistics  

(Baltimore, Md. – January 30, 2009) Duke Realty Corporation (Duke) announces that the Port of Baltimore/Maryland Port of Administration has purchased 14.606 acres in Chesapeake Commerce Center, its warehouse and distribution development in East Baltimore City. The Port of Baltimore plans to use this land for cargo needs.   

Chesapeake Commerce Center is located adjacent to I-95, I-895, and the Port of Baltimore and is served by two railroads. Duke has delivered two buildings on the site, a 117,600-square foot office/warehouse building and a 342,000-square foot, cross-dock distribution center, both of which are 100 percent leased.

In the summer of 2008, Duke sold a 13-acre parcel of land in the development to Merchants Terminal Corporation, who is constructing one of the most environmentally friendly, perishable foods distribution centers in the United States. With this latest land disposition, Duke has 133 acres remaining in the park for future development.   

“The location of the Chesapeake Commerce Center immediately adjacent to the thriving Port of Baltimore and to several major highways makes it appealing to businesses involved in the logistics industry,” said John Macsherry, Vice President, Leasing and Development in Duke’s Baltimore office. “The recent leasing and sales momentum in Chesapeake Commerce Center is indicative of the need for companies involved in the storage and transportation of goods to be close to the port and multiple modes of transportation.”  

”This parcel of land, located so close to the Port of Baltimore, represents an excellent opportunity for us to continue to grow our business,” said James J. White, executive director of the Maryland Port Administration. “Land is an important ingredient to strengthen our position as one of the most productive ports in the United States.”    

In 2006, Duke purchased the General Motors Broening Highway plant with the goal of redeveloping it to include distribution buildings adjacent to the Port of Baltimore. Upon final build-out, Chesapeake Commerce Center will consist of office, warehouse, and distribution center buildings offering 2.8 million square feet of space.

For more information about leasing and development opportunities, contact:  John Macsherry,  john.macsherry@dukerealty.com or (410) 843-0705

STOUGHTON, WI - Seventy-seven percent of Domestic Fortune 500 companies use 3PLs for logistics and supply chain functions according to a new report just issued by Armstrong & Associates. The report “Trends in 3PL/Customer Relationships - 2009” leverages Armstrong & Associates’ proprietary database of 3,936 3PL customer relationships and provides detailed information on the top outsourcers to 3PLs, service demand and 3PL market size by vertical industry segment from 2005 through 2008.

According to the report, General Motors, Procter & Gamble, Wal-Mart, PepsiCo, and Ford Motor each use 30 or more 3PLs. The report also quantifies the Global Fortune 500 3PL market at $187.4 billion for 2007 with growth to $199.7 billion in 2008. Within the Global 500, “Technological” vertical industry 3PL customers spent over $45 billion with 3PLs in 2007 and 2008. “Electronics, Electrical Equipment” companies led all Technological vertical sub segments with over $18 billion in 3PL spend.

The average customer is utilizing each 3PL for three distinct services. Of the total 3,936 3PL/Customer relationships, 728 or 18.5% are strategic with the 3PLs performing supply chain management and/or lead logistics provider services. The remaining 81.5% can be classified as tactical relationships. The most important services by vertical industry are also highlighted.

Commenting on the report, Evan Armstrong, president of Armstrong & Associates said, “This year’s analysis of customer relationships is our best to date and builds upon our previous reports. For the first time we have included vertical industry 3PL spend estimates for years 2005 through 2008. We have also expanded our vertical industry sub segment analysis. The report breaks down elements, technology, retailing and other verticals into their sub segments.”

The complete report is available from Armstrong & Associates online at www.3PLogistics.com.

About Armstrong & Associates, Inc.:

Armstrong & Associates, Inc. is a supply chain market research and consulting firm specializing in 3PL market research, provider benchmarking, strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, logistics outsourcing, centralized transportation management programs, and supply chain information systems evaluation and selection. Armstrong & Associates publishes Who’s Who in Logistics and Supply Chain Management - Americas and Who’s Who in Logistics and Supply Chain Management - International. Recent research papers include “Warehousing in North America – 2009 Market Size, Major 3PLs, Benchmarking Costs, Prices and Practices” and “Hanging Tough - U.S. and Global - 3PL Financial & Acquisition Results for 2007 and Projections to 2010″.

For more information please contact:

Evan or Richard Armstrong (800) 525-3915 or e-mail Dick@3PLogistics.com or Evan@3PLogistics.com.

WATERLOO, Ontario — January 28, 2009 — Descartes Systems Group, a global on-demand software-as-a-service (SaaS) logistics solutions provider, went live on January 26, 2009 with its Importer Security Filing (ISF) “10+2” service. This service is available to the more than 4,000 members of the Descartes Global Logistics Network to help them comply with this latest United States Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) ISF “10+2” initiative.

On November 25, 2008, CBP released its interim final rule on ISF, also known as the “10+2″ rule. Under this rule, beginning on January 26, 2009 importers were required to provide CBP with additional data elements 24 hours prior to lading for all ocean shipments inbound to the United States. This security measure is often referred to as “10+2″ because the regulation requires the collection of 10 new data elements from importers or their agents and 2 message sets from the ocean carriers. The goal is to have these data elements submitted 24 hours prior to vessel departure and the two new message sets from ocean carriers within 48 hours of vessel departure, however, CBP has allowed for some flexibility in this timing and submission of the data elements.

“We considered the varying needs of organizations involved in the process to comply with the “10+2” initiative when designing our GLN services to help standardize cross-border business processes,” said Edward Ryan, Executive Vice President of Global Field Operations for Descartes. “Our services can help them with basic electronic compliance, but are flexible enough to help them with more advanced electronic documentation and interaction with customs brokers and authorities.”

Descartes offers three different ISF Service delivery options to accommodate varying customer needs:

• DESCARTES ISF: This simple web user interface enables customers to login via the internet and enter all the data required for an ISF filing (5 or 10 elements). This service sends data directly to CBP and provides a view of the filing status. Customers have the option of receiving the status updates via electronic data interchange if they choose. E-alerts can also be used to notify the customers via email if there is a problem with the filing.

• DESCARTES ISF - CONNECT: This service enables customers to gather the complete data set for the ISF filing in their own systems for submission to CBP. The service transmits the data for each ISF filing and provides a status of the filing via electronic message for posting in the customer’s own system. Transmissions to CBP are made via the Descartes Global Logistics Network’s secure connection to CBP.

• DESCARTES ISF - PREMIER: This service enables the customers to collect the data needed for the ISF filing from multiple electronic document submissions or parties, including data sources such as a purchase order or advance shipment notice. Once the data is collected for the partial ISF filing, the customer can complete the remaining required fields and submit the filing to customs via the user interface as needed.

Descartes’ ISF Service is a part of Descartes’ GLN Customs Filing & Compliance suite. The GLN helps automate, manage and streamline the end-to-end shipment process, from source to consumer, with ongoing real-time visibility. Descartes’ customs filing and compliance services help companies meet regulatory requirements for international shipments for both international customs agencies and security initiatives.

Descartes is hosting weekly webcasts through the end of February to help organizations understand what is needed to comply with the regulations and how to get started. Customers can sign up for the webcast by visiting Descartes’ website at www.descartes.com, emailing info@descartes.com or calling 1-416-741-2838 ext 298.

About Descartes

Descartes (TSX: DSG) (NASDAQ: DSGX), a leading provider of software-as-a-service (SaaS) logistics solutions, is delivering results across the globe today for organizations that operate logistics-intensive businesses. Descartes’ logistics management solutions combine a multi-modal network, the Descartes Global Logistics Network, with component-based ‘nano’ sized applications to provide messaging services between logistics trading partners, shipment management services to help manage third party carriers and private fleet management services for organizations of all sizes. These solutions and services help Descartes’ customers reduce administrative costs, billing cycles, fleet size, contract carrier costs, and mileage driven and improve pick up and delivery reliability. Our hosted, transactional and packaged solutions deliver repeatable, measurable results and fast time-to-value. Descartes customers include an estimated 1,600 ground carriers and more than 90 airlines, 30 ocean carriers, 900 freight forwarders and third-party providers of logistics services, and hundreds of manufacturers, retailers, distributors, private fleet owners and regulatory agencies. The company has more than 350 employees and is based in Waterloo, Ontario, with operations in Atlanta, Pittsburgh, Minneapolis, Ottawa, Washington DC, Derby, London, Brussels, Stockholm and Shanghai. For more information, visit www.descartes.com.

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Nicole German

Descartes Systems Group

1-416-741-2838 ext. 298

ngerman@descartes.com

This release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities laws (”forward-looking statements”) that relate to Descartes’ solution offering and potential benefits derived therefrom; Descartes’ ability to help customers comply with emerging compliance initiatives and other matters. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from the anticipated results, performance or achievements or developments expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to, changes in the structure or deployment of compliance initiatives and the factors and assumptions discussed in the section entitled, “Certain Factors That May Affect Future Results” in documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Ontario Securities Commission and other securities commissions across Canada. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. We do not undertake or accept any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements to reflect any change in our expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based.

Norfolk, Virginia – January 26, 2009 - CMA CGM (America) LLC announced today that Tammy Auld has joined the company as an Account Executive for the U.S. Gulf market. In her new role, she will manage the company’s relationships with non-vessel operating common carriers (NVOCC) in the region.

Tammy has ten years of progressive experience in sales management and e-commerce, as well as an extensive background in shipping that includes prior work with Maersk Line. Most recently, she worked for INTTRA as a Regional Sales Manager covering the Midwest, Gulf, and South Atlantic regions.

She will be based out of CMA CGM’s Houston, Texas office, and will report to John Moseley, Director of Sales, U.S. Gulf Coast Region.

About CMA CGM (America) LLC

Headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia, CMA CGM (America) LLC is the U.S. agent of France-based container shipping giant CMA CGM. The company provides 23 services in and out of North America, and offers a global network to over 150 countries around the world. For more information, please visit www.cma-cgm.com/usa.

About CMA CGM

Led by its founder Jacques R. Saadé, CMA CGM is currently the world’s third largest container shipping Group and is ranked number one in France. Operating a fleet of 400 vessels, including 100 company-owned, the Group serves over 400 ports around the world. In 2008, it carried more than nine million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units). With a presence on all continents and in 150 countries through its network of 650 agencies, the Group employs 17,000 people worldwide. For more information, please visit www.cma-cgm.com.

For more information, please contact:

Veronica Gerken

Manager, Marketing and Communications

(757) 961-2117

usa.vgerken@cma-cgm.com

FMC Licensed Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC)

Will Serve All Trades; Initial Focus on Asia-U.S. Market

Dallas, TX (Jan. 26, 2009) – Horizon Logistics, LLC, has launched an international ocean shipping service to offer supply chain solutions to U.S. importers and exporters. Horizon Logistics has been licensed by the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) to operate as a non-vessel operating common carrier (NVOCC). As an NVOCC, Horizon Logistics is able to issue its own bills of lading and public tariffs, utilizing the service of vessel operating partners. The first shipments moving under this new service were loaded this week.

“Our entrance into the international ocean shipping arena is actually a re-entrance,” said Brian Taylor, President of Horizon Logistics. “Many of our staff members started their careers at Sea-Land Service, Inc., the company that started our business and pioneered container shipping 52 years ago, and was a leading international ocean carrier for decades. We are using that knowledge and experience, strong carrier relationships and reliable partners in Asia to offer a cost efficient alternative for U.S. shippers at a time when they need it most.”

While the company will serve all international trades, Horizon Logistics initially will focus on serving the transpacific trade lanes between Asia and North America, offering competitive ocean rates, inland logistics services and arranging for Customs clearance for integrated import/export solutions.

For more information, visit www.horizon-logistics.com.

About Horizon Logistics

Horizon Logistics delivers innovative transportation and distribution solutions for the toughest supply chain challenges in North America, relying on three core principles to provide superior logistics service to customers – the most experienced professional team, advanced logistics technology and passionate customer service. Horizon Logistics is a wholly owned subsidiary of Horizon Lines, Inc. (NYSE:HRZ), the leading U.S. domestic ocean carrier and integrated logistics company. It was formed in 2007 from the merger of Horizon Lines’ existing logistics operations, the Horizon Services Group information technology company and the acquisition of Aero Logistics, a U.S. 3PL specializing in expedited delivery and special projects.

Media Contact: Gordon Forsyth, BSY Associates, Inc., (732) 817-0400 x15

RALEIGH, NC, January 21, 2009 — Finding a true balance for supply and demand is essential to reducing costs and building a better supply chain, according to the Supply Chain Consortium’s survey report Supply Chain Planning, A True Balancing Act. 

“Planning is a fundamental function for all other supply chain processes and operations,” says Bruce Tompkins, Executive Director of the Supply Chain Consortium and author of the report. “Experienced supply chain leaders will tell you that without planning any supply chain is running uphill. Recognizing the potential barricades and preparing solutions is the initial approach toward implementing best practices, improving operations, and reducing costs.” 

As noted in the report, one threatening element that sometimes blindsides companies is the “bullwhip effect.” That is, as demand moves up the supply chain from end consumer to raw material supplier, each link of the supply chain observes greater variation in response time. 

To prevent the bullwhip effect and be prepared for changes in demand, companies can put processes in place – such as forecasting demand and safety stock – to prevent delays, disruptions, and overstock situations. However, the report states that less than 30% of respondents have a process in place to prevent the bullwhip effect from altering supply chain decisions. (See Figure 1 for how survey participants monitor the bullwhip effect.)            

Other opportunities for improvement revealed in the report include:

●  Refining replenishment and allocation processes to account for the variability in today’s supply chain environment

●  Understanding your inventory metrics and controlling the processes impacting inventory levels

●  Focusing on people and accountability, although inventory accuracy has improved greatly in recent years with the implementation of technology

●  Placing emphasis on reducing forecast accuracy, given that sales forecast accuracy is critical to many companies as a foundation of business planning

●  Optimizing global supply chain networks, although most companies do not have the capabilities, and the tools available for global network design are limited

●  Addressing and collaborating on security and risk issues 

The report provides an overview from the survey of top retail and manufacturing companies and outlines a diverse range of supply chain planning functions in terms of benchmarks and leading practices, focusing on replenishment, allocation, inventory management and accuracy improvement techniques, sales forecast accuracy, and global network design.  

About the Organization

The Supply Chain Consortium is the premier source for supply chain benchmarking and best practices knowledge. With 180 participating retail, manufacturing and wholesale/distribution companies, the Consortium sponsors a comprehensive repository of 17,000-plus benchmarks complemented by search capabilities, online analysis tools, topic forums and peer networking for supply chain executives and practitioners. The Consortium is led by the needs of its membership and an Advisory Board that includes executives from Campbell Soup Company, Hallmark Cards, Hewlett Packard, Ingram Micro, Kraft Foods, Miller-Coors, The Coca-Cola Company, Target, and True Value Hardware. To learn more about how your company can become a member of the Supply Chain Consortium, contact John Foley, 919-855-5461 or visit www.supplychainconsortium.com.   

Norfolk, Virginia – January 16, 2009 - CMA CGM (America) LLC announced today that Christopher Messer has joined the company as an Account Executive for the Florida market. Chris has twelve years of progressive experience in sales and sales management, as well as an extensive background in shipping that includes prior work with Crowley Maritime Corporation and CP Ships. Most recently, he worked for Conway Freight as an Account Executive.

Chris obtained his Bachelor’s degree in marketing from the University of South Florida. He will be based out of CMA CGM’s Miami, Florida office, and will report to Jose Massana, Director of Sales, Florida.

About CMA CGM (America) LLC

Headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia, CMA CGM (America) LLC is the U.S. agent of France-based container shipping giant CMA CGM. The company provides 23 services in and out of North America, and offers a global network to over 150 countries around the world. For more information, please visit www.cma-cgm.com/usa.

About CMA CGM

Led by its founder Jacques R. Saadé, CMA CGM is currently the world’s third largest container shipping Group and is ranked number one in France. Operating a fleet of 400 vessels, including 100 company-owned, the Group serves over 400 ports around the world. In 2008, it carried more than nine million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units). With a presence on all continents and in 150 countries through its network of 650 agencies, the Group employs 17,000 people worldwide. For more information, please visit www.cma-cgm.com.

For more information, please contact:

Veronica Gerken

Manager, Marketing and Communications

(757) 961-2117

usa.vgerken@cma-cgm.com

San Diego, CA (January 16, 2009) – TTS Logistics, Inc. (Tradeshow Transportation Specialists), the leading international and domestic freight service and transportation solutions agency announced today the promotion of employees Wendy Bradanini and Tammy Flores. Wendy Bradanini will now serve as the company’s Director of Sales & Business Development and Tammy Flores as its Regional Sales & Operations Manager. With over 35 years of combined experience in the service and operations industry, Bradanini and Flores will continue to serve the agency’s growing clientele, as well as develop and deploy new domestic and international shipping solutions, said Michael Hill, the company’s vice president.

“When we decided to merge two of our major departments, Sales and Operations, we wanted to make sure that our top employees were moved into positions that would best benefit our customers,” said Hill. “We believe that with their respective expertise, Wendy and Tammy have the necessary skills to increase efficiency and extend the level of outstanding customer service that TTS offers to its clients.”

Bradanini is a seasoned executive with over 20 years experience in the sales and service industry and has been with TTS for over seven years. As Director of Sales & Business Development, Bradanini will work to develop new business strategies and marketing tactics, new shipping contract acquisitions with show producers, and product development. As director of the Sales and Operations departments, Bradanini will work to cross-train employees in both sales strategies and advanced customer relations.

Flores has over 14 years of freight operations management experience and has been with TTS for eight years. As the Regional Sales & Operations Manager, she will oversee the day-to-day logistics of the newly merged Sales and Operations departments. She will also work to expand TTS’ shipping services with increased warehousing programs and expanded operations logistics.

“We are pleased to promote two of our most outstanding employees,” added Kelly Christy, the agency’s president. “We are looking forward to our continuing expansion and dedication to flawless and excellent freight shipping solutions, combined with the highest personal customer service.”

For more information about TTS Logistics, Inc. visit online at www.tshow.com or call toll free 877-744-7887.

TRADESHOW TRANSPORTATION SPECIALISTS

TTS Logistics, Inc. is a shipping solutions provider based out of San Diego, California specializing in the transportation of exhibit materials to and from tradeshows worldwide. With over 35 years experience in the tradeshow industry, TTS promises on-time delivery, exceptional service, and 24-hour accessibility to its customers. TTS assists exhibitors and show managers with all aspects of freight transportation and delivery. With a variety of premier services including international shipping and specialty equipment, TTS is committed to providing the best shipping solution to meet each customer’s needs. For more information visit www.tshow.com.

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EXPERTS DISCUSS ECONOMIC DOWNTURN AND TOP TEN TECHNOLOGY BEST PRACTICES THAT CAN HELP COMPANIES REMAIN COMPETITIVE AT ILOG’S DIALOG09 CONFERENCEAuthor James Canton, and Other Global Technology Thought Leaders Say Increased Agility and Innovation are Essential for SurvivalSUNNYVALE, Calif. and PARIS – Dec. 17, 2008 – ILOG® (NASDAQ: ILOG; Euronext: ILO, ISIN: FR0004042364) today announced its user conference DIALOG09, a premier forum for technology leaders and innovators. At DIALOG09, IT leaders from IBM, Accenture, Group RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange, and ING Group, a global financial services company, M-Focus, a manufacturing and logistics software provider, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), PMI Mortgage Insurance Co. and Swiss Medical Group, a private medical insurance company will address the audience. These customers will share their responses to economic realities through a combination of practical workshops, product-in-action sessions and an exchange of insights and ideas with peers and product experts.  DIALOG09 will be held February 3 – 5, 2009 at Renaissance Resort at SeaWorld in Orlando, Fla. CEO and Chairman of ILOG Inc., Pierre Haren will address how companies can thrive by being more agile and better responding to changes. In his keynote “The Real-Time Enterprise – Creating Competitive Advantage in the Global Economy” renowned futurist and author Dr. James Canton will discuss how complex changes will force enterprises to operate in new ways. William R. Pulleyblank, vice president for IBM’s Center for Business Optimization will discuss “Twenty-first Century Optimization Challenges” explaining how operations research and mathematical programming have applications beyond traditional sectors. In “Flexible Supply Chain Strategies in a Volatile World” David Simchi-Levi, chief science officer, ILOG Supply Chain Management Applications will delve into how building flexibility in manufacturing, supply chain and network strategies can improve the ability to respond to change on an ongoing basis while significantly reducing costs. In addition several technical tracks will focus on ILOG’s four industry-leading technologies – Business Rules, Optimization, Visualization and Supply Chain applications, while general tracks will focus on better alignment of business objectives with IT departments and increasing return on investment. More information on product tracks at: http://dialog09.ilog.com/agenda. New at DIALOG09·         Clinics: Practical sessions to bridge the gap between the theoretical and applied knowledge.·         ISV & OEM Partner Track: Exclusive sessions dedicated to Independent Software Vendor (ISV) and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) partners.·         First meeting of ISV & OEM Partner Advisory Council (PAC): A newly-formed council comprised of stand-out leaders among ILOG partners who will act as trusted advisors to the company.·         Birds of a Feather sessions: Challenges will be discussed with industry peers. Leading customers below endorse DIALOG.  ·         “I am looking forward to DIALOG09. I have been to business rules forums in the past, but am looking forward to sharing ideas and experiences with other ILOG customers,” said Kevin J. Chase, CEBS senior vice president, Group Implementation Services, ING Group. “The planned sessions will allow us to get much more detailed information and feedback than at an industry conference.”  ·         “We have had a successful BRMS implementation of our Claims Excellence Application, so at DIALOG09 we want to share again our success story, and to benefit from hearing the experiences of others in using these products to their advantage,” said Rodolfo Viola, director, Support Services, Swiss Medical Group. “We look forward to learning and discussing what is next in the evolution of BRMS, and harnessing BRMS in new and better ways in order to add new capabilities to the JRules engine, for example: Intelligent Medical Scheduling.” ·         “DIALOG08 was a useful and wonderful experience,” said Mark Frost, director of Business Strategy and Decision Science, Fiserv Corporation. “As a new optimization customer of ILOG then, I appreciated the opportunity to listen to superb presentations by diverse companies on the cutting edge of innovation. I very much look forward to DIALOG09.” To read more about customers’ experiences visit: testimonials section. To register for DIALOG09 and for more information, including a detailed agenda, visit: www.ilog.com/dialog. About ILOGILOG delivers software and services that empower customers to make better decisions faster and manage change and complexity. Over 3,000 corporations and more than 465 leading software vendors rely on ILOG’s market-leading business rule management system (BRMS), supply chain planning and scheduling applications, and optimization and visualization software components, to achieve dramatic returns on investment, create market-defining products and services, and sharpen their competitive edge. ILOG was founded in 1987 and employs 850 people worldwide. For more information, please visit http://www.ilog.com. # # #ILOG is a registered trademark of ILOG S.A. and ILOG, Inc. All other company and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.

CHICAGO, IL, January 12, 2009 — All businesses are being asked to cut costs in this economic crisis, but the tendency to use scissors instead of a scalpel will not increase profitability. An aggressive, yet intelligent, approach to supply chain cost reduction is the best way to survive and emerge even stronger once conditions improve.

“Cut, cut, cut is simply not a successful strategy,” Jim Tompkins, President and CEO of Tompkins Associates, said at the press conference today at ProMat, the world’s leading material handling and logistics event. “I see companies today making cuts across the board without understanding where their real profitability lies, and this inevitably leads to stagnation and declining profits.”

Slashing supply chain elements and personnel in the area of material handling and logistics, for example, typically ends up costing organizations more than they save. After all, it takes talented staff and resources to help bring about future savings and add value, even in an economic downturn.

Tompkins advises companies to think of cost reduction in the “Buy-Make-Move-Store-Sell” framework. “Cutting costs while boosting profits is like a riddle that everyone is trying to solve today,” he said. “It is not about cutting 10% across the board – it is about breaking costs down into meaningful categories and analyzing them to ensure that you are not slashing certain valuable areas just for the sake of needing to cut, cut, cut!”

 For more information on how to trim costs aggressively yet intelligently, visit this new website dedicated to Supply Chain Cost Reduction (www.tompkinsinc.com/costreduction). To learn what some of the world’s top companies are doing now to reduce costs, take a look at this guide.  

About Tompkins Associates

Tompkins Associates designs and integrates global end-to-end solutions for companies that embrace supply chain excellence. For more than 30 years, Tompkins has evolved with the marketplace to become the leading provider of global supply chain services, distribution operations consulting, technology implementation, material handling integration, and benchmarking and best practices. The company is headquartered in Raleigh, NC. For more information, visit www.tompkinsinc.com. 

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