2004
DUBAI MARCH 2004
PWC LOGISTICS ACCREDITED WITH
‘BEST IN CLASS 3PL IN THE GCC REGION FOR 2004-5’
The partnership is driven by several key working groups reporting to a steering committee comprising the CEO’s and Presidents from the member ports. The working groups focus on a range of subjects including smart IT solutions, the implications, and solutions for ultra large container vessels and shaping digital change in port authorities (people & processes).
Presenting the Accreditation at a ceremony held in Dubai, Siobhan Kelly, Lead Analyst of GIL said: “In PWC Logistics, we have found all of the key ingredients needed to succeed as a global 3PL. The company’s massive transactional experience, gained since its inception in 1979, together with intelligent investment in supply chain execution software have seen PWC Logistics gain the necessary experience needed to step out of its own backyard.” The event was attended by several of PWC’s clients and representatives from the Dubai Ports Authority.
“In pursuit of regional scalability, PWC Logistics has made excellent acquisitions, created key partnership agreements, and above all, added to what was already an enviable client list in double quick time – clearly making it the market leader in the region,” she stated.
The comprehensive study conducted by the research department of GIL, spread over the last year, draws on a quality-ranking system based on responses provided by concerned parties within the global logistics end-users sector.
The purpose of the study was to set forth criteria and procedures for governing material flow in the sector, to highlight the unity of different functions in supply chain, and to establish which organisations played an ability to react most quickly to the changing face of logistics and make the most significant contribution to lean manufacture.
It also investigated the role played by logistics providers in developing outbound solutions for manufacturing, the components of their supply chain that ensure the smooth flow of goods, and value-added services and customer requirements. The outcome of the study saw PWC Logistics emerge as the unequivocal choice of the Accreditations Committee for the title of leader in the logistics sector in the GCC region.
In response to the announcement, PWC Logistics’ UAE General Manager, Mike Lee, said “This is indeed a great commendation for PWC Logistics, and demonstrates that we have achieved significant success in the region. In a short span of five years, not only have we succeeded in educating customers about the benefits of outsourcing their logistics operations to a 3PL company, but have also managed to help them improve the quality of their supply chain, thereby saving them valuable time and money.
“This accreditation recognises PWC Logistics’ outstanding contribution to logistics, and in particular, its commitment to the development of comprehensive and professional supply chain solutions. We have adopted a progressive strategy to accommodate the high demand driven nature of the local economy, for which warehouse space and inventory management is necessary and PWC Logistics has proven itself to be at the forefront in the advancement of the sector,” Lee added.
2004: Tributes Pour in for Logistics Legend Bob
TRIBUTES POUR IN FOR LOGISTICS LEGEND BOB
Robert V. Delaney, founding Chairman of the Global Institute of Logistics and former Vice President for Cass Information Systems, Inc, and consultant with Prologis died on April 3, 2004. Born March 16, 1936, Mr. Delaney was raised in New Jersey and received undergraduate and graduate degrees in Business Administration from New York University. He was introduced to logistics serving in the U.S. Army’s Transportation Center in Fort Eustis, Virginia. Mr. Delaney held management positions in many corporations including Arthur D. Little, Inc., Leaseway Transportation and International Paper before joining Cass Information Systems in 1990. He was also a member of the Board of Directors for USF Corporation.
“Bob Delaney was an absolute gentleman who’s passing marks the end of an era in the world of logistics.Bob was instrumental in charting the course for the Institute and infact the principles on which we base our understanding and promotion of the science of logistics were entirely based on Bobs insight. We will miss him greatly”
KIERAN RING CHIEF EXECUTIVE AT THE GLOBAL INSTITUTE OF LOGISTICS
One of his most notable accomplishments was contributing to the writing of legislation that reformed the economic regulation of the U.S. motor carrier and railroad industries in 1980. He also played a leading role in the passage of the Aviation Act of 1994, which ended economic regulation of intrastate transportation.
Mr. Delaney received numerous awards for his contribution in the field of business logistics including the John Drury Sheahan Award from the Council of Logistics Management and the Harry E. Salzberg Award from Syracuse University. For many years he was the leading contributor to his “State of the Logistics Report” that was delivered annually at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. Mr. Delaney will be remembered as a unique individual who professionally and personally influenced many people.
Surviving are his sons Edward and James and his former wife, Elissa. There will be a private memorial service for the family.
Tributes to Mr. Delaney:
“We are deeply saddened by this news, said Richard P. DiStasio, USF’s President and Chief Executive Officer. We are extremely grateful for Bob’s tremendous contributions to USF over the years and we are privileged to have had the opportunity to work with him. We will miss Bob very much.
We are very saddened to learn of Bob’s death,’ said Maria McIntyre, Council of Logistics Management’s executive vice president .’He has been an icon to the logistics profession. Bob’s contributions have been enormous, and conducted with great passion. We enjoyed working with him as an organization, and he will be greatly missed.’
This is a sad day for USF, said Board of Directors’ Chairman Neil Springer. Bob was a guiding influence for USF from the very beginning and our board benefited from his presence, his knowledge and his personality. Bob Delaney was an icon in the logistics world and he was also a key figure in the deregulation of the trucking and railroad industries. All who knew Bob will miss his warmth, wisdom and friendship.