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LeSaint Logistics hosts National Association of Chemical Distributor’s (NACD) Responsible Distribution Workshop

Last week, LeSaint Logistics hosted a special, one-day workshop in conjunction with the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD).  The workshop highlighted the integral role internal audits play in continuous improvement of your supply chain and distribution operations, as well as various other aspects to a Responsible Distribution program.  There were several topics highlighted, including:
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LeSaint Leads Warehouse and Supply Chain Education with IWLA

When IWLA members come together, the energy is contagious. That was the idea behind a first-of-its-kind IWLA “pop-up” warehouse & logistics event on October 30th in Addision, Illinois where both members and non-members were in attendance from over 25 organizations.  The topics covered during the event were among the biggest trends happening in warehousing —
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National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) Executive Education Sponsorship by LeSaint

At LeSaint Logistics, we’ve recently expanded our commitment to safety, service and education in the Chemical industry by becoming an NACD Executive Education sponsor.  This sponsorship is part of our 2019 Platinum Corporate Sponsorship with the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) and supports the Duke Executive Education and Emerging Leader Programs.    Our commitment furthers
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LeSaint Collects Donations for the Garrido Stray Rescue Foundation.

LeSaint logistics is kicking off the holiday charity fundraiser by collecting donations for the Garrido Stray Rescue Foundation. With the holiday season upon us, and giving in the air, LeSaint has chosen to help the Garrido Stray Rescue Foundation by collecting cash donations to help those that cannot help themselves. In 2017, John Garrido and
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GP Pumps & LeSaint Logistics: A Case Study in Emergency Transportation

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When natural disasters like Hurricane Dorian occur, flooding is a major reality for homeowners and communities.  During these times, setting up emergency transportation to get pumps, equipment and other relief supplies into local retail stores fast becomes critical for GP Pumps and their third-party logistics provider (3PL) LeSaint Logistics. Working hand-in-hand with the GP Pumps
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Smart Home Technology & The Evolving Role of the Supply Chain and Transportation

Smart home technology is a growing market, with revenue from the category set to surpass $19 billion in the US this year, according to Statista, which expects market volume to exceed $34 billion by 2022. The excitement around this technology has more manufacturers of traditional home products looking for ways to incorporate smart home features
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LeSaint Logistics Expands Into 4 Locations in 4 States

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Romeoville, IL (August 31, 2018) – LeSaint Logistics, an Illinois-based company specializing in customized, integrated supply chain solutions, is continuing to grow its operations and increase its national network serving clients throughout the United States.   With more than 200 clients nationwide, LeSaint has expanded its operations in response to changing market dynamics where serving consumers with same-day order receipt,
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2018 Supply Chain Predictions Series: Labor Market for Supply Chain Workers

Supply Chain 3PL Industry Expert Predictions LeSaint Logistics
The labor market for supply chain workers will continue to tighten across transportation and warehousing functions. As 2018 unfolds, unemployment rates will remain at all-time lows, causing the labor market for supply chain and logistics workers to tighten.  As a result, shippers and 3PL’s alike will need to find new and creative ways to source
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2018 Supply Chain Predictions Series: Consumer Goods Manufacturers Build Innovative Supply Chains

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Consumer goods manufacturers will build smarter, shared and synergistic supply chains that compete in the same-day/next day world. As 2018 unfolds, consumer goods manufacturers will continue to diversify beyond traditional distribution channels. They will find new and innovative supply chain models to reach consumer buyers with same day and next day delivery.
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2018 Supply Chain Predictions Series: Online/Direct-to-Consumer Channels

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Online/Direct-to-consumer as a channel will outpace traditional retail store purchases. The multi-channel shopper (ie. shops online and in stores) spends $49 more than shoppers who shop only in retail stores, according to the National Retail Federation’s 2017 Thanksgiving shopping survey
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