Our in-house supply chain engineers and architects are industry experts in all forms of automated design. We have full-line facility design capabilities, competitive with any paid consulting firm, and the full process is in-house: Design, Build, Operate. We have extensive experience in rationalization of technologies through data analysis, design alternative evaluation, supplier selection, and business case assessment.
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How do you control the quality of the Carriers you partner with?
We have a tried-and-tested performance review processes, and not every Carrier is able to exceed our stringent requirements for performance, dependability, connect-ability, or fleet condition. Even with the driver shortage we’re seeing now, we won’t let our standards drop.
What are the locations of your Regional Consolidation Centers?
We have Regional Consolidation Centers in Allentown-PA, Atlanta-GA, Carthage-MO, City of Industry-CA, Clearfield-UT, and Rochelle-IL. All locations have been chosen for their location, ease-of-access for our carrier partners, and consolidation activity volume-handling capabilities.
How are you able to claim such cost savings for Transportation?
We already have the program density that dependable carriers are looking for, so we’re able to negotiate favorable rates and pass the savings on.
How do your services differ to those of an LTL carrier?
LTL carriers just don’t have the order density needed to drive consistent, scheduled services without break-bulking along the way. You’ll often see delivery windows instead of the dependable sailing schedules we offer.
I’ve forgotten my username and/or password for i-3PL, what now?
No problem, it happens to all of us. Got to www.i-3PL.com and click on the appropriate link on the login form.
Where do I get training support for i-3PL?
We have a help desk available to support you – simply call 1-877 762 5457.
How do I register for an i-3PL account?
Americold customers can be setup with i-3PL quickly and conveniently – simply visit www.i-3PL.com and select “Need to sign-up for an account” under the login window.
What are the benefits of operating as a real estate investment trust (REIT)?
A company that qualifies as a REIT generally is permitted to deduct dividends paid to stockholders from its taxable income, which reduces the amount of federal corporate-level tax the REIT is required to pay. As a result, and to comply with certain distribution requirements applicable to REITs, most REITs distribute at least 100% of their taxable income to stockholders and, therefore, do not pay federal corporate-level taxes in most circumstances. Most states follow this federal tax treatment and allow REITs to deduct dividends paid to stockholders from their taxable income for state tax purposes. Certain REIT subsidiaries, however, are fully subject to federal and state corporate-level income taxes.
Who are Americold’s auditors?
Americold is audited by Ernst & Young LLP.
