DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Sept. 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Unyson Logistics, a division of Hub Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: HUBG), has been named one of the Top 3PL providers in the prestigious 29th Annual Quest for Quality Awards by Logistics Management. Unyson also secured the number six position on the list of Top 3PL providers by Inbound Logistics Magazine. In both cases, readers rate third-party logistics service providers on the basis of service quality and technology to determine the winners.
Taking a unique approach to each shipper’s needs plays a key role in Unyson’s service strategy. “Unyson is an excellent service provider. They are responsive to our needs and continuously meet and exceed their commitments to us,” says Kevin Nohelty, VP Supply Chain at WD40. “We consider them a valued partner that negotiates in good faith and truly believes in fostering win-win relationships.”
Most notably, this year Unyson Logistics rated at the top of all categories of the Quest for Quality Awards with an overall score of 61.53, the highest number posted by any of the 17 service providers in the 2012 Quest for Quality survey. Unyson’s 2012 score is an impressive 21.67 points better than its 2011 score. Unyson led all of this year’s 3PL attribute categories, scoring 2 to 3 points above other winners in the key areas of Carrier Selection/Negotiation, Transportation/Distribution, and Logistics Information Systems. Sixth spot in the Top 3PL Inbound Logistics survey is the highest ranking Unyson has achieved since it was first recognized four years ago.
“We are very excited to receive these awards,” said Donald Maltby, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Hub Group. “Flexibility, commitment to savings, accountability for service, visibility, and continuous improvement drive our success. We are extremely pleased to be recognized by the industry for the level of service we deliver to our customers.”
ABOUT UNYSON LOGISTICS
Unyson Logistics is a division of Hub Group that specializes in enhancing supply chain performance by leveraging industry-leading practices, experienced professionals and state of the art technology. Unyson Logistics provides management solutions that support our client’s strategic initiatives while delivering supply chain excellence. For more information, visit: UnysonLogistics.com.
SOURCE Hub Group, Inc.
Elena Izakson, Hub Group, +1-630-795-2202, eizakson@hubgroup.com