BIG LOTS SELECTS G-LOG FOR GLOBAL LOGISTICS INITIATIVES
Single System Provides Visibility and Optimization of All Shipments for Large Retailer
SHELTON, Conn.—September 9, 2003—G-Log, the leading provider of global logistics and transportation software, today announced that Big Lots, the nation’s largest broadline closeout retailer, with 1,350+ retail stores in 46 states, has selected the G Log® Global Command and Control Center™ (GC3™) software to manage all of its transportation needs enabling superior visibility and improved operational efficiencies.
Big Lots will use the G-Log solution to manage its inbound, outbound, domestic, and international shipments in a single system, providing visibility into all movements — from the container level to the stock-keeping unit (SKU) level — within its extended global supply chain. Big Lots will implement the solution in less than 100 days and utilize the GC3 batch balance functionality to tightly integrate the G-Log software with its existing warehouse management solution.
By deploying the GC3 software, Big Lots will standardize logistics operations with its suppliers and vendors in one collaborative solution. Once implemented, Big Lots anticipates a return on investment (ROI) in less than a year. “After an exhaustive search, we selected G-Log as having the total functionality to support our supply chain strategic initiatives,” said Marion Zingaro, vice president, transportation services, Big Lots. “GC3 will provide us with advanced planning capabilities, end -to-end shipment visibility from the time a purchase order is written to store delivery, and information management for enhanced logistics efficiency.”
“We are delighted to have Big Lots join our prestigious list of clients,” said David Cairns, CEO, G-Log. “Our solution is gaining significant traction in the retail market by setting the standards in logistics software by offering typical implementation periods of less than 100 days and an established return on investment of less than one year.
About Big Lots
Big Lots, Inc. (www.biglots.com) is the nation’s largest broadline closeout retailer, with annual revenues exceeding $3.8 billion. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Big Lots operates more than 1,350 retail stores serving 46 states. Four regional distribution centers throughout the country, ranging in size from 1 million to 3 million square feet, provide the company’s stores with brand name products from more than 3,000 manufacturers. Big Lots offers merchandise at 20 to 40 percent below most discount retailers and up to 70 percent below conventional retailers. Founded in 1967, the company employs more than 40,000 associates across the U.S. By creating excitement with brand name closeouts and bargains through a unique shopping experience, Big Lots meets the needs of customers by providing an assortment of merchandise including consumables, seasonal products, furniture and home products, housewares, toys, and gifts. Big Lots, a Fortune 500 company, is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BLI.
About G-Log
G-Log is the leading provider of global logistics and transportation software for enterprises and logistics service providers. The G-Log Web-native solution manages the movement of goods through the supply chain in all modes and across all geographies within a single system. G-Log’s clients are reducing cycle times, inventory levels, and total transportation costs while satisfying their customers’ demands for real-time information and on-time deliveries. The G-Log solution provides a broad range of services in the transportation market, including optimization, order entry, supply chain event management (SCEM), visibility, track and trace, freight payment, and historical analysis. Recognized as a “Best of the Web” company by Forbes, G-Log’s retail clients include Brown Shoe, Family Dollar Stores, Giant Eagle, Land O’Lakes, The Spiegel Group, and Tesco. For additional information, visit www.g-log.com or call 877-GO-2-G-LOG (in the UK, call +44 (0) 1483 739 500).
G-Log is a registered trademark of Global Logistics Technologies, Inc. Global Command and Control Center and GC3 are trademarks of G-Log. All other brands, products, or service names are or may be trademarks or service marks of their respective owners.
Contact:
Ross Perich
Trainer Communications
925-556-5463
gl@trainercomm.com
Marybeth Stiberth
G-Log
203-925-4742
mstiberth@g-log.com
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