Overview of Third-Party Logistics The third-party logistics (3PL) industry is an integral part of the supply chain. 3PL’s manage the movement of product across the supply chain and may include aspects of procurement, material handling, warehousing, distribution, and returns processing. In less than 50 years, the industry has cemented itself as a valuable partner to manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and wholesalers. …
ASW Attended MARS
ASW Attended MARS January 17, 2025Midwest Association of Rail Shippers The Winter Meeting took place just outside of Chicago. On January 14th-16th, ASW attended the MARS 2025 Winter Meeting at the lovely Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel. Twice a year, the Midwest Association of Rail Shippers (MARS) holds an open forum where companies involved in rail transportation convene. Over 980 …
2024 Holiday Luncheon
2024 Holiday LuncheonDecember 13, 2024ASW’s 2024 Holiday Luncheon ASW treated associates to an all-you-can eat catered lunch.ASW held its annual holiday luncheon on Friday, December 13. Associates were treated to an all-you-can-eat catered lunch featuring roast beef, pork loin, green beans, rigatoni, roasted potatoes, salad, rolls, and chocolate chip cookies. After being served lunch, associates enjoyed each other’s company while …
4 Key Features of 3PL Warehousing in Northeast Ohio
4 Key Features of 3PL Warehousing in Northeast OhioDecember 11, 2024Northeast Ohio is a strategic hub for 3PL warehousing due to its central location, access to major transportation networks, and proximity to key markets in the Midwest, Northeast, and Southeast regions. Let’s dive a little deeper into the key features of 3PL warehousing in Northeast Ohio. 1. Infrastructure and Connectivity: …
ASW Global Announces New President
ASW Global Announces New PresidentDecember 3, 2024 Mogadore, Ohio – ASW Global, LLC is pleased to announce that effective January 1, 2025, George Hand will assume the role of President & CFO of ASW Global, LLC. ASW Global is a leading 3PL provider for local, national, and multinational companies. It is the parent company of ASW Supply Chain Services, ASW …
ASW’s Akron-Area Warehousing & Distribution Services
ASW’s Akron-Area Warehousing & Distribution ServicesWith a full-service offering of warehousing, fulfillment, and supply chain management services, ASW offers a one-stop solution to companies seeking a partner to handle their logistics needs. Our clients range from multinational Fortune 500 companies to small, local businesses. They come to us because of our years of experience providing high-quality, customized solutions. Whether providing …
ASW Attends AMI Plastics World Expo
ASW Attends AMI Plastics World ExpoNovember 14, 2024ASW once again attended the AMI Plastics World Expos North America. The event was held in Cleveland at the Huntington Convention Center. Comprised of 4 distinct shows (Compounding World Expo, Extrusion World Expo, Polymer Testing World Expo, and Recycling World Expo), the Expos is the largest gathering of plastics manufacturers and suppliers, attracting …
6 Ways a 3PL Can Help Boost Your Sales
6 Ways a 3PL Can Help Boost Your SalesIn today’s competitive landscape, businesses looking to grow must balance exceptional customer service with efficient, cost-effective operations. For many, the key to unlocking this potential lies in partnering with a third-party logistics provider (3PL). From warehousing and inventory management to packaging and distribution, a 3PL can offer critical services that support your …
Overview of 3PL Warehousing
Overview of 3PL WarehousingWhat Is 3PL Warehousing? Third-party logistics (3PL) warehousing is a service whereby companies outsource their storage, inventory management, and distribution to an external, third-party logistics provider (3PL). 3PL’s operate specialized warehouses to store, inventory, pack, and ship products on behalf of their clients. Third-party logistics warehousing is essential for businesses that want to focus on growth and …
ASW’s 20 Plus Club 2024 Recognition Event
ASW’s 20 Plus Club 2024 Recognition EventOctober 19, 2024Our 20 Plus Club is a way we honor and recognize those individuals who have worked for us for 20 or more years. Every year we hold a celebration on their behalf to thank them for their invaluable contributions. While every member could not attend this year’s dinner, we enjoyed spending time …