Logistics: noun plural but singular or plural in construction lo·gis·tics \lō-ˈjis-tiks, lə-\ 1: the aspect of military science dealing with the procurement, maintenance, and transportation of military matériel, facilities, and personnel 2: the handling of the details of an operation Interestingly, I came across this definition by accident, but it really hit home with me. Our distribution and warehouse operation is successful mainly because of the second definition. We prid

As I write this, work is under way to dramatically increase our warehouse capacity at our Bristol, Indiana location. Of course, the need for expansion is one of the clearest signs of a successful business and it's a good spot to be in. Though the recession was was tough on some of our customers, we were able to not only ride it out, but thrive. Now, with the positive business climate and the indications of increasing business activities, the need for storage flexibility is vi

Today, our trucking fleet includes 5 semi trailer trucks, 4 box trucks, and 6 local delivery vans. However, our fleet often includes vehicles from other sources. In order to meet our customer needs, it's common for us to partner with other trucking companies and truck rental businesses. While our well-maintained truck fleet is fundamental to our operations, it has never been a factor which limits our capabilities. In fact, some of our greatest success stories are because of o

There are many reasons to outsource warehouse functions – materials storage and handling – with an off-site service like Collins and Company Warehousing and Distribution. All have the common purpose of making your business more efficient and profitable. Like folks who rent personal storage units, businesses can sometimes find themselves with more inventory than they want or are able to store in company facilities. Whether due to a cyclical high or a one-time increase in neede