ADS Logistics Awarded Contract for Supply Chain Technology Services at SeverCorr's Next Generation Steel Plant.ADS will provide functionality to SeverCorr with LoMaS([R]), its supply chain management system, to control SeverCorr's outbound supply chain. HOMEWOOD, Ill. -- ADS Logistics, LLC (Logical Link Control) See "LANs" under data link protocol. LLC - Logical Link Control (ADS), the national provider of integrated supply chain services to the metals industry, announced today it has entered into agreement with SeverCorr to provide integrated logistics services to SeverCorr's new next generation steel plant in the Columbus, Mississippi area. SeverCorr has selected ADS to provide LoMaS([R]) functionality to control their outbound supply chain. LoMaS([R])' Transportation Management System and EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) The electronic communication of business transactions, such as orders, confirmations and invoices, between organizations. Third parties provide EDI services that enable organizations with different equipment to connect. functionality will be the systems tool which SeverCorr logisticians use to manage the ordering of equipment, load building, dock scheduling, bill of lading A document signed by a carrier (a transporter of goods) or the carrier's representative and issued to a consignor (the shipper of goods) that evidences the receipt of goods for shipment to a specified designation and person. creation, and carrier management (rail and truck). "ADS was one of many potential systems suppliers to SeverCorr," stated Mikhail Smirnov, Vice President Finance for SeverCorr. "We selected ADS however, based on their experience and knowledge of the industry, and the implementation is progressing just as ADS promised. We eagerly anticipate using the many tools LoMaS([R]) provides." "ADS' history with mills, processors, and automotive customers, our existing systems interface with many of these critical supply chain participants, as well as our accurate and timely EDI messaging, contributed to our successful achievement of this award process," commented Gordy Gustafson, Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer for ADS. "We have a proven track record of excellence, and we're delighted to have been chosen by this new next generation steel mill. LoMaS([R]) is unparalleled in serving the metals industry with supply chain management tools." About LoMaS([R]) LoMaS([R]) provides the platform for all supply chain service providers to communicate critical logistics information, and extends the functionality of a customer's product control system (typically ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) An integrated information system that serves all departments within an enterprise. Evolving out of the manufacturing industry, ERP implies the use of packaged software rather than proprietary software written by or for one customer. or Legacy) or transportation management system (TMS TMS Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (alternative medicine for depression) TMS Test Match Special (sports - cricket) TMS Texas Motor Speedway TMS Transportation Management System TMS Toyota Motor Sales ). With its extensive data capture and report capabilities, LoMaS([R]) provides visibility of product from the supplier/manufacturer, in-transit, into warehouse locations or processing facilities, to point-of-delivery. LoMaS([R]) provides companies the time to be proactive with customers and carriers by eliminating the need to deal with mass quantities of paper everyday. Data can be downloaded to spreadsheets for individualized in·di·vid·u·al·ize tr.v. in·di·vid·u·al·ized, in·di·vid·u·al·iz·ing, in·di·vid·u·al·iz·es 1. To give individuality to. 2. To consider or treat individually; particularize. 3. analysis. LoMaS([R]) is comprised of various modules that work together or can be utilized independently, including: Electronic Data Interchange See EDI. (application, communications) electronic data interchange - (EDI) The exchange of standardised document forms between computer systems for business use. EDI is part of electronic commerce. , Inventory Management, Logistics Management, Multi-Modal Management, Transportation Management, and Warehouse Management. About ADS Logistics, LLC ADS (www.adslogistics.com) is the leading North American North American named after North America. North American blastomycosis see North American blastomycosis. North American cattle tick see boophilusannulatus. provider of integrated supply chain solutions to the metals industry. ADS' integrated services include all-mode logistics, warehousing and material handling, distribution programs, and supply chain management technologies which maximize cost savings and service efficiencies for metals manufacturers, consumers and related industries. ADS provides truck transportation services through a network of company owned and leased equipment and brokered carriers; rail and intermodal services through a proprietary intermodal network, and distribution and material handling services through a North American network of specialized metals warehouses and transload facilities. For further information contact Dawn Thrasher thrasher: see mimic thrush. thrasher Any of 17 species (family Mimidae) of New World songbirds that have a downcurved bill and are noted for noisily foraging on the ground in dense thickets and for loud, varied songs. , Director Public Relations public relations, activities and policies used to create public interest in a person, idea, product, institution, or business establishment. By its nature, public relations is devoted to serving particular interests by presenting them to the public in the most and Communications, 708-922-2024, dthrasher@adslogistics.com. About SeverCorr LLC SeverCorr was formed in 2003 to design, engineer, build and operate a state-of-the-art steel facility to service growing manufacturing opportunities in the Southern United States The Southern United States—commonly referred to as the American South, Dixie, or simply the South—constitutes a large distinctive region in the southeastern and south-central United States. . In October of 2005, SeverCorr broke ground on a next-generation steel mill near Columbus, Mississippi. When complete in the third-quarter of 2007, the plant will produce 1.5 million tons of high-quality steels a year for use in the automotive, building, agricultural, pipe & tube, and appliance industries. A unique feature of the company is its 1400-acre mega-site, which has been designed to accommodate production partners and related manufacturers onsite. For further information contact Mark Bula, 662-848-0992 Ext. 125, mbula@mktgminds.com |
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