With Unemployment Sustained at Its Lowest Levels for Nearly 2 Years, the Supply Chain Labor Shortage Extends Well Beyond Truck Drivers
Monday, 25 March 2019
This blog post is the first in a series that explores trends and insights for the Supply Chain Labor Shortage. WITH UNEMPLOYMENT RATES HOVERING AROUND 4%, THE LABOR MARKET FOR LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN ROLES IS TIGHTER THAN EVER
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Why Responsible Distribution Matters to All Types of Companies Beyond the Chemical Industry
Sunday, 20 January 2019
Melody Moore, Director of Regulatory Compliance and Responsible Distribution code coordinator at LeSaint Logistics recently sat down with Chemical Distributor magazine to provide “Insight Onsite” about Responsible Distribution. They asked her “Why does Responsible Distribution matter to companies beyond just those in the chemical industry?” Here’s what she had to say: Due to the nature
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LeSaint raises over $5,000 to give pets happy holidays!
Friday, 21 December 2018
Since Thanksgiving, LeSaint Logistics and its clients, employees and suppliers have been working hard to give pets happy holidays through the Garrido Stray Rescue Foundation. To date, the efforts have raised over well over $5,000 to support pet rescues, finding happy homes and returning animals to good health. Here are a few more details: LeSaint employees
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LeSaint Logistics hosts National Association of Chemical Distributor’s (NACD) Responsible Distribution Workshop
Wednesday, 12 December 2018
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:
LeSaint Leads Warehouse and Supply Chain Education with IWLA
Thursday, 06 December 2018
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
Tuesday, 27 November 2018
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
LeSaint Collects Donations for the Garrido Stray Rescue Foundation.
Thursday, 15 November 2018
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
Wednesday, 10 October 2018
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
Friday, 28 September 2018
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
Friday, 31 August 2018
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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