| Beverage Wholesaler - July 31, 2017 |
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| Meeting the Logistical Demands of Transportation |
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Transportation is a critical component in the business of beverage alcohol wholesalers. Quite literally, there’s a lot of moving pieces. And cargo must be handled in a manner that’s fast, efficient, and safe for the driver and product.
How can companies meet these logistical demands while simultaneously maintaining up-to-date infrastructure? For answers, we recently spoke with Lawrence Catanzaro, senior director of transportation for Kane Is Able.
Founded in 1930, Kane today manages a truckload fleet of 150 power units and 500 trailers, and operates 8 million square-feet of 3PL warehousing space across 25 U.S. distribution center locations. The company meets the logistics needs of consumer goods manufacturers selling through retailers and grocery chains, as well as e-commerce channels.
Beverage Wholesaler: What are the biggest logistical challenges facing beverage alcohol trucking and transportation providers?
Lawrence Catanzaro: One of the biggest challenges for transportation providers is, without question, hiring and retaining drivers who are willing and able to hand unload freight.
In addition, suppliers have worked to reduce their costs by utilizing thinner packaging. That’s had a positive impact on their bottom line, while simultaneously it’s given us a new challenge to overcome. Thinner packaging means greater risk of product damage, and providers like Kane must constantly come up with innovative ways to problem solve.
Lastly, with an increasing focus on omnichannel fulfillment, the logistics industry as a whole is growing rapidly. Infrastructure needs must keep up with this growth in order for providers to meet customers’ needs.
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Upstate New York’s Catskill Distilling Company was one of the first artisan, “farm-to-glass” distilleries in the country. All grains, fruit and botanicals that make up the company’s portfolio are grown on its farm or locally sourced. The distillery, built in an old Victorian house and featuring a saloon, is located just down the road from where Woodstock was held in 1969.
Among the company’s unique offerings are Peace Vodka, Most Righteous Bourbon and The One and Only Buckwheat, a spirit made with 80% buckwheat.
I recently spoke to founder and Master Distiller Monte Sachs about his history in the business, the challenges craft distilleries face and how small brands can get distribution.
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ONE MORE THING
Between 2000 and 2016, beer’s share of the beverage alcohol industry fell 8.5%, while spirits’ share rose 7.2%.
—Source: Distilled Spirits Council data |
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JOBS BOARD
VP / General Manager
Wholesaler: Empire Distributors
Location:Columbia Distributing
Requirements: 15-plus years of management experience in beverage alcohol or related industry.
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