Jan de Rijk Logistics switches to Punch Telematix - International fleet to be equipped with the CarCube
6 October 2009 by KDP
Jan de Rijk Logistics (www.janderijk.com), one of the leading logistics services providers operating in Europe, is replacing its existing onboard computers with the transport management solution from Punch Telematix. Initially 200 vehicles of Jan de Rijk Logistics' international fleet will be equipped with the CarCube.The reason to replace the existing onboard computers was rather straightforward. The company needed a solution to further simplify and increase the speed of communication between the planning departments and the drivers. Analysis revealed, however, that such solution cannot be provided within the current configuration since these onboard computers have reached the end of their life cycle, from a technical as well as a functional standpoint.
From carefully considered choice to perfect match
The decision to go for Punch Telematix's CarCube was not taken lightly. Following an extensive competitive selection process and piloting exercise, Jan de Rijk Logistics decided in favour of Punch Telematix, mainly for the following reasons: (i) the solution's ease of use, especially in sending text messages and customising job descriptions, (ii) the seamless interfacing with existing applications, such as the company's planning application and MDRS Pro administration and (iii) the capabilities of the CarCube solution's comprehensive integrated analysis and reporting tool.
The level of flexibility and cooperation demonstrated by the Punch Telematix project team during the pilot phase also proved to be an important factor in the company's choice.
"Jan de Rijk Logistics has a strong reputation for exploring the edge of new technologies and innovations," says Willem Heeren, Managing Director of Jan de Rijk Logistics. "We are convinced that onboard computer and communication technology will become a vital and integral part of end-to-end supply chain systems solutions. As such, we consider the introduction of Punch Telematix's CarCube within our fleet as an important step in further developing our supply chain capabilities."
Chris Boogaard, Punch Telematix Country Manager Netherlands: "Jan de Rijk Logistics is quite a reference, a company of great stature in the European market. So we are very proud and pleased indeed that after careful comparison and evaluation of the alternatives they opted for the CarCube. Also, the fact that they were impressed with the approach of our project team is a much-appreciated compliment and an encouragement for us to continue with the same zeal and determination."
About Jan de Rijk Logistics
As logistics service provider operating in Europe, Jan de Rijk Logistics is active in four lines of business, including International Transportation, Distribution, Warehousing and Forwarding. As a Group, Jan de Rijk Logistics serves a wide range of sectors; however it has built up a particular expertise in a number of key industries which are considered strategically important, such as Air Cargo, Automotive, Aerospace, Hi-tech Consumer Electronics, Tobacco, Pharmaceuticals, Perishables and Non-food Retail. The company has over 1,000 employees and generated total revenues of Euro 194 million in 2008. Jan de Rijk Logistics' company-owned fleet consists of nearly 700 vehicles and 1,300 trailer units. It operates over 80,000m² of warehouse capacity. The company's headquarter is located in Roosendaal, the Netherlands.