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SBC Fulfillment Customer Spotlight: WVO Designs
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| 2010.05.18 00:10:22 | |
 In the wake of the Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill accident that occurred on April 20, 2010, comes the perfect opportunity to highlight SBC’s newest client, WVO Designs. The alternative energy and biofuel company manufacturers Centrifuges that allow diesel powered vehicles to convert to alternative energy. WVO got it’s start in 2008 when founder and engineer, Leon Griffin decided to build a kit that would allow his diesel powered car to run exclusively on vegetable oil. “I just woke up one morning and decided that this is what I wanted to do,” says Griffin. After experiencing success, he decided to share his designs on a website to anyone that wanted to incorporate these kits and his enthusiasm. However, he soon discovered that most individuals would prefer to purchase complete Centrifuges rather than track down individual parts and components. Griffin turned to SBC Fulfillment to help WVO fulfill their growing client list and orders. Before joining SBC, WVO was handling all fulfillment and inventory management in-house. “I literally did everything out of my garage, myself,” says Griffin. WVO’s components are currently manufactured in the United States and China then shipped to SBC where they are warehoused, kitted and shipped globally to WVO''s clients. For Griffin, the biggest have an impact on of using SBC has been the ability to save time. “Fulfillment is not my business expertise, having access to their SmartTurn warehouse management system gave me real time access to inventory and lowers my overhead cost per sales item.” WVO decided to go with SBC Fulfillment after learning about MagentoConnect, an application that allows web shopping cart systems to integrate into SBC’s fulfillment services. Additionally, SBC has been able to further customize the integration between WVO’s web cart system. “Once we got started working together, the experience has been awesome. SBC is always responsive and capable of much more than I expected,” says Griffin. To learn more about how SBC can help your business click here Tags: fulfillment | kitting | packaging | warehousing | Gulf of Mexico | oil spill Hits: 1909 |
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The logistics of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill
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| 2010.05.07 19:19:13 | |
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On April 20, 2010, an explosion occurred on a BP drilling rig causing 11 deaths. As of today, the leak, located in the Gulf of Mexico continues to reek havoc on our natural resources and could potentially threaten shipping, production and natural gas in Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi. Industry experts are nervous about the spill spreading west towards New Orleans, which will obstruct ships entering and leaving the Mississippi River-the largest waterway for U.S. commodity ships. The logistics industry could feel the impact and additional risks associated with this disaster. Ships moving cargo through this major port face the dangers of tracking oil and potentially impeding clean-up efforts, says one BP official. The danger of fire is always imminent when oil slicks are present in the water. The slicks could also give off toxic fumes, which would put workers in danger. So far, two gas platforms and one drilling rig has been evacuated. The leaks, which are located 5,000 feet from the surface of the water are currently spewing approximately 210,000 gallons per day, according to an earlier estimate by The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. A staggering amount when compared to the Alaska Exxon Valdez disaster that occurred in June of 1989. So far, a more accurate estimate has not been established. As of today, ship traffic has been not been affected, says a Port of New Orleans official. Two clean-up stations have been posted by The Coast Guard close to the Mississippi River for vessels that may encounter the spill. So far, the main channel to the river (The Southwest Pass) has not been affected by the spill and no commercial ships have had to use them. The Mississippi River has anywhere from 5,000 to 6,000 ship calls annually. BP (which is financially responsible for the clean-up) continues to seek ways to plug the leaks. NOAA's website provides updates where you can track and view photos and videos of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill. Tags: shipping | logistics | oil spill | import | export Hits: 2465 |
