Annual Awards Program Recognizes Innovation in the Global Supply Chain Technology and Logistics Industry
EINDHOVEN, The Netherlands - June 13, 2024 – Bleckmann, experts in supply chain management for fashion and lifestyle brands, today announced it has been selected as “Overall Logistics Solution Provider of the Year” in the annual SupplyTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by SupplyTech Breakthrough, a leading independent market intelligence organization that evaluates and recognizes standout technology companies, products and services in the supply chain technology and logistics industry around the globe.
Bleckmann offers complete supply chain solutions with specific expertise in e-fulfillment to its global customers, helping businesses grow through logistics. The company starts by understanding how much automation is needed, what technology is needed and more. Bleckmann then develops a unique approach and best-fit solution for a company’s specific needs.
Bleckmann’s wide range of services includes Warehousing and Fulfillment, Value-Added Services, Distribution, Freight Forwarding and Circular logistics. In addition, Bleckmann’s circular services and strong omni-channel propositioning bring enormous value for their fashion and lifestyle clients.
In particular, Bleckmann’s Renewal Workshop provides new sustainable solutions to support brands in their shift towards a more sustainable and circular business model. The solution unleashes the value of returns, unsellable inventory, and Trade-In items. Workshop experts have developed a proprietary process to restore used or otherwise damaged garments to like-new condition. It consists of Sorting, Barcoding, Data entry, Quality control, Repair, Finishing and Inspection, Quality Assurance, Merchandising and Packaging.
Additionally, their omni-channel proposition constitutes great value for clients to secure growth, and Bleckmann supports them through every part of the process.
“Every client is unique, but we also have expertise across the fashion industry to scale solutions for brands who want to deliver excellence to their customers and the planet. We take a good look at complex requirements and the biggest challenges of individual clients to ensure that the solution we offer can grow with a brand over the long term. This means an in-depth understanding of how brands develop throughout their product’s lifecycle,” said Nicole Basset, Circularity Lead of Bleckmann. “Being named ‘Overall Logistics Solution Provider of the Year’ by SupplyTech Breakthrough is an incredible honor that we attribute to continuous improvements, the right mindset, and, first and foremost, thanks to our people. That is the Bleckmann way of working.”
The mission of the annual SupplyTech Breakthrough Awards program is to conduct the industry’s most comprehensive analysis and evaluation of the top technology companies, solutions and products in the supply chain and logistics industry today. This year’s program attracted thousands of nominations from over 15 different countries throughout the world.
“Bleckmann provides any client big or small with the support of the right technologies and innovative solutions. With the challenges facing the logistics industry having the right partner has never been more important. A well-planned implementation strategy needs to consider both the client's current needs and future requirements,” said Bryan Vaughn, Managing Director of SupplyTech Breakthrough Awards. “Across their sites, Bleckmann leverages various automation and robotic solutions to improve productivity, reduce costs, optimize and enrich employment of people, and ultimately deliver more value for their clients. We’re so pleased to be able to include them in 2024’s SupplyTech Breakthrough winners’ circle.”
