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Two Imperial Logistics Operating Companies, TFD Network Africa and The Cold Chain received the Golden Arrow and Silver Arrow Awards respectively. Both companies were rated "1st overall outstanding performance” in the national survey on FMCG Supply Chain Management Companies."

 

PMR.africa recognises leaders in the South African FMCG Supply Chain industry for outstanding business processes, commitment to customers, innovative solutions and fulfilment of service level agreements. TFD Network Africa competed in the General Supply Chain Management category, while The Cold Chain took part in the Chilled and Frozen Products category section.

 

“We are thrilled to be recognised again for our leadership in the FMCG supply chain industry. In line with our vision and development strategy, we continuously invest to raise the bar on performance and delivery,” says Nico Koekemoer, Managing Director, TFD Network Africa. “We have allocated significant resources in developing integrated and up-to-date IT systems and procedures that have fast-tracked our advancement in effective warehouse management, inventory management and distribution. Our Golden Arrow award is evidence of our commitment to customers through innovation and service delivery.”

“The Cold Chain plays a leading role in the provision of one-stop shop supply chain solutions. We manage the largest basket of Chilled and Frozen Products in the South African FMCG industry from forecasting, warehousing, distribution, inventory and debtors management on behalf of our principals to sales, merchandising and reverse logistics,” says Beyers Gericke, Managing Director, The Cold Chain. “In addition, we are flexible and go the extra mile in understanding our customers’ aspirations and continually strive to provide an excellent, reliable and value-added service. Receiving the PMR award is a celebration of our long-term commitment and achievements in the market.”


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