Maersk Distribution provides comprehensive solutions for the
management of an efficient and cost-effective 3PL Distribution solution.
Business has evolved into a competition of supply chains where
the most efficient chain will dominate the market. We believe that competitions
are won by designing more efficient logistics programs and replacing inventory
with information. Maersk Distribution can help design a program that will reduce
both lead-times and inventory costs. Our business development implementation
team will assist in defining best practices and operating procedures for your
operation.
Comprehensive Network
Maersk Distribution facilities are strategically
positioned in the major cargo gateway areas throughout
the United States and Canada. Close proximity to ocean
carrier terminals, large numbers of dock-high truck
doors, and large, secure container yards gives our team
the ability to process your cargo at high velocities.
Transloading and high-Speed Cross-Docking
Maersk Distribution has extensive operational
experience managing high volume transloading and
cross-dock programs. These programs generate significant
value for our customers, reducing static inventory
levels and improving supply-chain velocity. Depending on
our customer's requirements, we can distribute inbound
cargo based on allocations at the PO, SKU, and UPC
level.
DC By-Pass Program
Maersk Distribution offers a number of tailored
programs, which allow the shipment of pre-sold and
pre-allocated imported products to be distributed
directly to the final customer. Shipping directly to
your clients or your retail store drives out excessive
costs and extra time from your domestic distribution
network and improves the service level for your
customers.
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Maersk Distribution has simplified the drayage and
yard management process by creating a systems that
provides complete visibility and interactive
capabilities in all facets of a large-scale drayage
operation. It is no longer a challenge to prioritize
your next move, as every container from origin to DC and
return to port is visible and flagged with a status,
empowering you to make informed and cost-saving business
decisions.
Intermodal and Domestic Transportation Services
Maersk Distribution provides professional management
to meet our customer's inland transportation needs. Our
programs are tailored to meet the need for on-time
delivery via over the road team or by intermodal
services. Our inland pricing is competitive and we
assure the availability of equipment during critical
peak shipping periods.
Information Technology
Information technology is at the core of our
operation and our dedicated IT team and information
systems offer a complete range of services, such as EDI
and web-based solutions customized to meet your
requirements. Our advanced system provides increased
flexibility and visibility, improving accuracy of
information and response time to events in the supply
chain.
UCC 128 Customer Compliant
Labeling
Maersk Distribution has supported the
retail industry for over 19 years. As the industry has
moved to more sophisticated distribution requirement,
Maersk has remained committed to the industry and
providing the required data and information systems.
Maersk's warehouse management systems contain the Top
100 US retailers UCC 128 Label formats, to ensure
shipments meet the customer's Routing Guide
requirements.
Port Drayage
Hudd Transportation manages their
drayage operations using a web-enabled integrated
equipment control, dispatch and yard management system.
The system offers a dynamic customer interface, which
provides visibility of the cargo and the ability for the
customer to prioritize the dispatch and handling of
inbound containers. Hudd operates a fleet
of company owned and owner-operator equipment to support
the warehouse operations. Hudd Transportation has
interchange agreements with all the ocean carriers
offering store door service. Hudd
Transportation works directly with these carriers to
provide drayage operations to Hudd's facilities on behalf of the ocean carrier's through bill
of lading.
Product Storage and Distribution
Maersk Distribution operates over 1
million square feet of warehouse space to meet the
requirements of it's customers. Maersk utilizes a tier-1
RF directed warehouse management system developed by
Manhattan Associates called PkMS. The warehouse
management system has the core functionality of a stock
locator system and an outbound pick/pack/ship system.
Maersk's systems are designed to manage the day-to-day
operations of the warehouse as well as operate in a
dynamic cross-dock environment.
Value Added Services
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Customized IT Solutions
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Quality Assurance Inspection
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Palletizing and Bar-code Scanning
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Automated Sortation
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Labeling
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Product Storage and Distribution