Case Study

Logo Brands, a leading provider of sports-licensed hardgoods, was experiencing rapid growth and needed to consolidate its operations for greater efficiency. With warehouse operations in Lawrenceburg and Spring Hill, and offices and showrooms in Franklin and Cool Springs, TN, Logo Brands sought to bring all functions under one roof in a new, state-of-the-art facility. To ensure a smooth transition with zero business disruption, Logo Brands partnered with The Armstrong Company for our expertise in large-scale, complex relocations. https://youtu.be/9M3DDRhYETI?si=2dYMtXSLGANx9YgW Challenge Logo Brands required a moving partner capable of managing:  Complex consolidation: Merging two warehouse operations (40 miles apart) into a single location, while relocating offices and showrooms within a 15-mile radius  Business continuity: The move needed to be completed over six months, with no disruption to e-commerce, fulfillment or B2B operations—especially during peak season Inventory integrity: Over 500 trailer loads (approximately 13,000 pallets) of product, systems, furniture, private offices, electronics and...

   Cooper Green Mercy Health Services, an affiliate of the University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System, faced a critical need to relocate its aging facility into a newly designed space. Partnered with Jefferson County and UAB Health System, Cooper Green designed its own five-story, 211,000-square-foot, full-service ambulatory care facility in downtown Birmingham, AL. With this building project on the horizon, the facility team reached out to Armstrong’s Jim Haberstroh to learn more about the relocation process. When it was time for the Cooper Green team to relocate the medical facility, they knew it required a moving partner with healthcare expertise and experienced project managers to maintain chain of custody, clinic efficiencies and keep ahead of schedule deadlines. They called upon The Armstrong Company for a smooth and efficient relocation experience.   Challenge   Cooper Green needed a moving partner that could handle the following challenges:   Complex move management: Relocation of six...

In the intricate web of global supply chains, data emerges as the guiding light toward success. Supply chain analytics, the process of extracting valuable insights from this wealth of information, becomes indispensable for making informed decisions and optimizing operations. However, building in-house analytics capabilities can be a costly and challenging endeavor. This has spurred the growth of outsourcing supply chain analytics to specialized providers. Collaborating with experts gives businesses access to cutting-edge tools, industry insights, and cost efficiencies, leading to improved supply chain performance and a competitive advantage. What is Supply Chain Analytics? Supply chain analytics is the strategic application of data analytics to gain a comprehensive understanding of supply chain operations. By collecting, cleansing, and analyzing data from various sources, businesses can identify trends, detect anomalies, and predict future outcomes, generating actionable insights that lead to improved operational efficiency and competitive advantage. Supply chain analytics empowers businesses to optimize...

In an era of unprecedented technological advancement and global interconnectedness, the business landscape is marked by relentless change and disruption. Yet, many organizations remain tethered to static supply chains, an approach that increasingly jeopardizes their adaptability, profitability, and long-term viability. The COVID-19 pandemic served as a stark wake-up call, exposing the brittleness of these traditional supply chains. Lockdowns, factory closures, and transportation disruptions triggered widespread disruptions, exposing vulnerabilities and bottlenecks throughout global supply chains. This global crisis underscored the limitations of rigid, linear supply chain models that struggle to adapt to sudden shifts in demand, unforeseen disruptions, and volatile market conditions. The pandemic highlighted the urgent need for agility, flexibility, and, above all, supply chain resilience—attributes that static models inherently lack. What is a Supply Chain Risk? A supply chain risk encompasses any potential event or condition that could disrupt, delay, or damage the seamless flow of goods, services, or...

In 2013, B.R. Distilling Company set their roots in Memphis, TN as the oldest licensed distillery with their two award-winning flagship brands, Blue Note Bourbon and Riverset Rye. President and Chief Operating Officer Logan Welk joined the company in 2019, working toward sustained growth and passion with every step. When it came to the logistics of getting his bourbons from creation to distribution, he knew he would need a reliable, spirit industry-seasoned partner he could trust. Welk and the Blue Note Bourbon team turned to Armstrong for their transportation and warehousing needs.  The Story Memphis-based Blue Note Bourbon offers a lineup of six specialty straight bourbon whiskeys described as “each having its own unique twist on a perfectly smooth straight whiskey”. Blue Note’s choice of location was chosen thoughtfully, as temperature plays a critical role in the process of aging whiskey to perfection. Their warehousing facilities are located east of the Mississippi, where the environment creates a “heat island effect” and provides the perfect...

Entrepreneur, McCauley Williams, is not shy when it comes to starting new business ventures. Along with creating this brand new, premium tequila company, Alma del Jaguar, McCauley has also created its parent company, Morningside Brands, Inc. When it comes to the entrepreneurial scene, he knows what it takes to be successful. When it comes to the logistics of getting his product from creation to distribution, he knew he would need a partner he could trust. McCauley and the Alma del Jaguar team turned to Armstrong for their supply chain needs.  The Story In February 2022 McCauley Williams took the first steps in crafting Alma del Jaguar, a premium tequila brand. This tequila is made and sourced out of Mexico. Their production partners there, the Vivanco family, have been growing agave since 1929. Alma Del Jaguar’s mantra is “true flavor comes from the earth” and can be seen in the ingredients...

The retail apocalypse may not be over just yet. Retailers have survived several years of shifting demand, excess inventory, inflationary pressures and supply chain disruptions. After beginning to rebound in 2022, the retail industry is heading into 2023 with slowing momentum and disappointing holiday sales. The new year will bring new challenges that will test the industry’s resilience. For retail and wholesale companies, careful preparation and strategic planning will be critical to expanding while others contract. Here are five retail industry trends and predictions for 2023. 1. Driven by social media shopping, e-commerce will reign supreme. E-commerce has quickly grown, becoming the preferred shopping experience for the younger generations. E-commerce will continue to grow in 2023 as more consumers trade in-person shopping for online stores. According to a recent Hootsuite report, 58.4% of global internet users make an online purchase every week, and 30.6% of people make that purchase on...

As the economy recovers from the early effects of COVID-19, more CEOs are hoping to create fresh starts for their companies by moving their headquarters across the United States. A recent survey by Chief Executive magazine found that 44 percent of CEOs are more open to considering new locations for their business than before the pandemic. More than one-third are thinking about moving operations to a new state. West Monroe data echoed the findings, reporting that 29 percent of companies were considering moving their headquarters to another state or country. Here are some pros and cons to consider when planning the future of your company headquarters. Pros in moving a business 1. Access to new business opportunities When local markets grow, CEOs should take notice. Being closer to the competition may also mean convenient access to business partners, labor, clients and more. It can also breed greater innovation, products and...

The retail industry is proving its resilience by reporting solid earnings and optimistic outlooks for 2022. Despite supply-chain and inflationary pressures, big-box, wholesale and e-commerce retailers have announced new store openings, growth strategies and shopping experiences. Here are four trends experts are watching in the retail landscape. Brick-and-Mortar Shopping Bounces Back After the pandemic upended the global brick-and-mortar sector, physical stores appear to be making a comeback. Fueled by a seven percent year-over-year rise in retail sales, brick-and-mortar retailers performed better than their online competitors in March 2022 — the first time since COVID-19 emerged, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF). The NRF reported that U.S.-based retailers announced plans to open more than 4,000 brick-and-mortar stores in the first quarter of 2022 and close only 635 locations, compared to the 2,100 store closings in the first quarter of 2021. Experts predict a sunny forecast for clothing and apparel stores...

When a commercial-printing company decided to consolidate two locations into a single facility, they knew they needed a moving partner with full-service capabilities, wide-ranging expertise and experienced project managers to stay on time and on budget. They partnered with Armstrong for a more effortless, efficient relocation experience from start to finish. Project Challenges This client has office and warehousing locations around the globe, two of which were only hours apart from each other. The printer wanted to consolidate the two facilities by moving the personnel, storage, equipment, materials and products from one regional site to the other. With extensive experience moving both offices and warehouses, Armstrong was the ideal partner for this undertaking. The project required end-to-end services, from packing desks and pallets to decommissioning the old office and warehouse location. Faced with ongoing supply-chain disruptions, Armstrong leveraged a nationwide network of owned agencies and vetted partners to ensure the...