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WOOSTER-Short-haul, rapid response fulfillment, or local cartage, is in demand. There are two sides to the challenge, private fleet and a dedicated contract carrier. While some businesses choose to establish their own private fleet, industry experts like Bart DeMuynck, a research VP for transportation technology at Gartner, warns companies not specialized in transportation operations and […]

MEDINA-It’s been 13 years since D+S Distribution and Plastipak worked together. The two businesses completed a three-year contract in 2005 when Plastipak was ready to internalize its spotter service. Over the years the two companies kept in touch and in 2018 both entities saw a reason to reunite.MARCH.2019.D+S.PLASTIPAK

WOOSTER-Most companies experience some ebb and flow in business. Some is attributed to exceptional growth which is always a welcomed factor. Other fluctuations correspond with seasonal changes giving way to planned inventory buildup to meet customer demands. FEB.2019.D+S FLEXIBILITY

WOOSTER-For three years running, Integrated Logistics Services (ILS) is tracking strong growth in all areas of the transportation industry and heading for another record year. Growth with existing customers, new clients and unmatched customer service are part of the story according to Esther Kulenich, Director of Transportation Operations. SEPT.2018.ILS GROWTH

WOOSTER-A long term lease on the recently vacated Animal Supply Company building on Collins Blvd. brings an additional 75,000 square feet to D+S Distribution’s footprint in Orrville, Ohio. D+S currently operates facilities at Allen Street and the Will-Burt Company plus flex-space inside another Collins Blvd. warehouse. JULY.D+S MOMENTUM CONTINUES

BabyBjörn recently assumed direct responsibility for its North American market ending a 14 year relationship with distributor BabySwede LLC. To accommodate the transition, D+S Distribution Inc. (D+S) personnel processed three months of product in 30 days setting record sales for our client at a record pace. JUNE.2018.BABYBJORN ASSUMES NA DISTRIBUTION

Just-in-Time inventory systems are based on having the right material, at the right time, at the right place and in the exact amount needed – something D+S Distribution has refined over its 32 years in the 3PL and transportation business. APRIL.2018.IP SUBSTANTIAL GROWTH REQUIRED PRECISE TIMING

The coming year will bring adjustments and variations to supply chain management across all areas from the movement and storage of raw materials to door-delivery for the end consumer.JAN.2018.SCM INVESTMENT

OCTOBER.2017.ILS ON PATH FOR RECORD YEAR Integrated Logistics Services (ILS), an affiliated entity of D+S Distribution, continues on a solid growth pattern in 2017. A combination of new clients and stable growth with existing accounts will propel the transportation partner to a record year. Utilizing a comprehensive transportation strategy approach is one of the keys […]

The global market for Third Party Logistics (3PL) is projected to reach $1.2 trillion by 2022 according to multiple global strategic business reports. Increasingly complex supply chains, the explosion of e-commerce and the demand for faster delivery are only part of the reason for the increase in demand. AUGUST.2017.3PL MARKET GROWTH

Partnership with D+S Began in the 1990s – One constant aspect of business, regardless of the economic environment, is the benefits originating from long-term relations. At D+S Distribution, eighty percent of our top 40 clients have been partners for 10 to 15 years.  

Long-term Strategic Partnership Continues to Grow WOOSTER–Long-term priority partner D-Terra Solutions recently established its North American Distribution Center inside our Bowman Street facility. D-Terra’s move from the D+S Columbus facility is a win/win for both companies according to Jon Ansel, President of D+S Distribution.

Both Freight Management & Brokerage Division Grow WOOSTER–Integrated Logistics Services (ILS) began as a support brokerage company for D+S Distribution in 1998 to service one priority client. Today the company provides total transportation solutions to a global client base.  

12-year Partnership Continues to Grow WOOSTER–D+S Distribution’s London location moves to three shifts in March with the expansion of services to priority partner Stanley Electric. The latest project, initiated in February, is sequencing headlight housings for the OEM market. Our London facility is exclusive to Stanley Electric.

BabySwede/BabyBjörn Primary Project WOOSTER–D+S Distribution is proud to announce its newest warehouse facility on Snow Road in Cleveland. The new location houses the assembling, kitting, packing and distribution of long-term partner BabyBjörn/Baby Swede plus several other primary clients including CTEK, E3 Spark Plugs, Kubota and C2 Cups.

Powerful Logistics Platform Key to Real Time Information WOOSTER–Sometimes the answers to the most pressing business issues are right down the street – literally! When Dave Winter, Supply Chain/Procurement Manager at Seaman Corporation on Venture Blvd. required a new comprehensive transportation strategy he reconnected with Integrated Logistics Services (ILS) – right down the street.

GOJO Targets End of Summer Transition WOOSTER–GOJO Industries is positioned to assume all warehouse management functions at the Akron Road facility by the end of summer officially completing one stage of a strategic partnership with D+S Distribution that began three years ago.

Data Replication and Cyber Security Top Priorities WOOSTER–Today’s customers expect advanced, adaptable solutions. It is not enough to be just the lowest cost provider. Technology is the key to more efficient and flexible operations. Operations teams are more reliant on systems than ever before.

3PL Platform Provides Efficiencies and Reduces Costs WOOSTER–When the Orrville based Will-Burt Company (WB) began looking for a partner to facilitate its supply chain management functions, it did not have to go far. D+S Distribution had the location and the answers with our Third-party Logistics (3PL) platform.

World Famous Brands Share Common Space at Regal Facility WOOSTER–Imagine the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Harley-Davidson Motor Company, DeWalt and Aspen Dental all in one place. It could happen. All of them work with Benchmark, one of D+S Distribution’s new clients. Benchmark, located in Seville, Ohio, is a creator of trade exhibits […]