LeanLogistics Named Top 100 Logistics IT Provider By Inbound Logistics

Growing Firm Cited For 6th Consecutive Year

LeanLogistics, a global leader in innovative on-demand transportation technology and supply chain services, announced today it has been recognized by the editors of Inbound Logistics as a Top 100 Logistics Information Technology (IT) Provider. This is the sixth consecutive year the company has been awarded this highly regarded designation.

The “Top 100 Logistics IT Providers” issue of the magazine profiles the logistics, transportation, ERP, and SCM technology providers who are considered the best-of-breed and best end-to-end providers by Inbound Logistics editors and readers. In compiling the top awards, the editors select from a pool of more than 300 diverse companies, using questionnaires, research, and personal interviews to determine the top-tier IT providers. The awards are a reflection of the magazine readers’ diverse IT needs, including simplicity, ROI, proficient implementation and end-to-end solutions.

“It’s very satisfying to receive this recognition,” said Dan Dershem, CEO and president of LeanLogistics. “This award, given to LeanLogistics for six straight years, validates the success of our team in delivering sophisticated solutions and best practices quickly and efficiently. We continue to develop new ways to help our clients lower their transportation spend, increase ROI and gain visibility into supply chain processes for continuous improvement.”

The Inbound Logistics annual Top 100 issue highlights providers who offer cutting-edge solutions that drive advances in the practice of logistics. Companies are evaluated on platform, price, industries, compatibility, capabilities, solutions, and functionality. Inbound Logistics 2009 “Top 100 Logistics IT Providers” list appears in the publication’s April 2009 issue and can be viewed at http://www.inboundlogistics.com/lit100/.

ABOUT LEANLOGISTICS

LeanLogistics is a global leader in innovative on-demand transportation technology and supply chain services.

LeanLogistics On-Demand TMS® delivers complete transportation planning, execution, settlement, and procurement functions that improve business processes, increase operating efficiency, and reduce costs. On-Demand TMS® currently processes millions of shipments per year representing over $5 billion in annual freight spend. Across this largest transportation network, more than 32,000 shippers, suppliers and trading partners interact with over 5,000 carriers, processing millions of transactions.

For companies outsourcing their transportation management process, LeanLogistics provides Supply Chain Services, combining the power of the On-Demand TMS® network, software as a service, and best practices to ensure clients receive maximum value.

LeanLogistics is consistently ranked among top logistics solutions providers and has won numerous awards for customer service. Clients include Proctor & Gamble, Barilla America, Meijer, Ace Hardware, Otis Spunkmeyer, Pinnacle Foods, Rich Products, and Unilever.

LeanLogistics was founded in 1999 by logistics and transportation executives with a shared vision of leveraging web-based technologies to optimize supply chain processes. Headquartered in Holland, MI, LeanLogistics is a division of CHEP. For additional information, visit http://www.LeanLogistics.com or call 616.738.6400.

ABOUT CHEP

CHEP is the global leader in pallet and container pooling services serving many of the world’s largest companies. The company has more than 7,000 employees and operates in 45 countries. Combining superior technology and an asset base of more than 285 million pallets and containers, CHEP offers its customers exceptional value, a platform that enables reduction in customer product damage, and an environmentally sustainable logistical solution. Supply chains served include consumer goods, produce, beverage, and the automotive industry. With global partners that include Procter & Gamble, SYSCO, Kellogg’s, Kraft, Nestle, Ford and GM, CHEP is known for Handling the World’s Most Important Products. Everyday. For more information about CHEP, please visit www.chep.com.

LeanLogistics®, LeanAdvisor®, On-Demand TMS®, and WebSettle® are registered trademarks of LeanLogistics, Inc. and Return on Cash™ is a trademark of LeanLogistics, Inc. Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their holder.

Contacts

LeanLogistics
Ginger Stegmier
(616) 738-6400 x423
ginger.stegmier {at} leanlogistics(.)com