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Sporting Goods Logistics
As a logistics company that handles thousands of units of athletic products ranging from bikes to snowboards to hockey and baseball equipment, McKenna Logistics has tons of "games played" when dealing with sporting goods logistics. Not only do we have the experience that comes from handling the tough ground balls, we also know how to "squeeze" the most out of our customer's products.
Calgary versus Vancouver
When choosing a center for regional distribution logistics in Western Canada, Calgary has enjoyed advantages in recent years, particularly very low transportation rates into Vancouver, and a central location that minimized transit times. With these obvious advantages, coupled with the rapid growth in Western Canada, it might seem safe to assume that the future looks rosy for logistics in Calgary. There are several key factors that weigh in against this, though, and the recent economic downturn has highlighted them. It is important to have a full understanding of the pros and cons of both marketplaces before committing to logistics location.
The Numbers Game
A key question in picking or staying with a current logistics provider is whether or not they can provide you with the same data that you are accustomed to having if you are running your own internal warehouse operation. It seems like a simple question but it is usually not asked until the decision on the 3PL has already been made. When adding a third party distribution centre (DC) to your business environment, understand the numbers you need to know and make sure that the 3PL you are looking at can provide them.
Importing to Canada?
We serve all of Canada and we understand the unique Canadian logistics market
Looking for a Better 3PL?
Discover McKenna’s commitment to accuracy and timeliness
Ready to Grow Your Business?
If you’re getting started with mass retailers, we can help