MK Diamond Successfully Implements Logistics PRO TMS; Tool Maker Turns to Q4 Logistics; Cuts Shipping Costs

    SANTA ANA, Calif.--June 18, 2002--Q4 Logistics, an implementer of supply chain solutions, today announced that MK Diamond Products, a world leader in the manufacturing of quality tools for cutting ceramic, masonry, stone, concrete, and asphalt materials, has successfully implemented Manhattan Associates' Logistics PRO TMS.
    "The rate shopping capability Logistics PRO gave us is a very powerful negotiating tool. By allowing us to compare net rates instantly we were able to maximize our discounts and gain tremendous savings on our shipping costs," says John Yenny, operations manager at MK Diamond Products.
    Yenny gives considerable credit to Q4 Logistics for its implementation of the system. "Out of all of the implementations we've done during the past decade, this was the most effective," says Yenny. "Q4 Logistics handled the project as if they were part of the company; Q4 was on top of every aspect of the project. They managed the implementation flawlessly and their follow through was outstanding."
    Based on the initial success of the system, Q4 Logistics is scheduled to implement Logistics PRO TMS in MK Diamond's packaging department in the near future.

    About MK Diamond Products

    MK Diamond is a world class manufacturer of quality tools for cutting tile, masonry, stone and concrete materials. With a reputation throughout the construction industry for performance, precision and dependability, MK Diamond continues to surpass the demands of today's tool users through continued innovations.

    About Q4 Logistics

    Q4 Logistics implements supply chain, manufacturing, warehousing, and transportation solutions. Q4 Logistics provides the needed combination of logistics professionals, software applications experts, information technologists, and transition specialists to implement supply chain solutions. Cisco Systems, Cutter & Buck, Genesco, Hollywood Video, and Maui Jim have all improved their supply chains utilizing Q4 Logistics. Successful system implementations and operational improvements require the integration of people, best practices, information technology, and facilities. The Q4 Logistics implementation methodology, "Transition," combines these components to achieve the desired business goals and objectives. Headquartered in Santa Ana, California, Q4 has a dominant position in the west to implement supply chain solutions. For more information, visit www.Q4Logistics.com or call 800.Q4L.2518.