REMINDER/Global Logistics Executives From Carriersnet to Address Supply Chain Security and Automotive Logistics Performance

    BIRMINGHAM, Mich.--Sept. 23, 2002--Top automotive logistics executives, suppliers, and service providers are attending Autologistics 2002, September 24 - 25.
    Autologistics is recognized as the premier event on the automotive logistics calendar. The purpose of the conference is to discuss the challenges and shape the future of automotive logistics.
    Automotive Logistics publisher, Andrew Lewis Yiakoumi asked expert panelists to address specific topics. Panelists include top automotive and logistics executives. Yiakoumi invited Carriersnet Group CEO Captain H. Salloum to discuss Order-To-Delivery. During his 18 year career, Capt. Salloum has gained intimate knowledge about the inner workings of global shipping. His diverse experience, from the board room to ground operations brings a deep understanding of the complex global logistics industry. Prior to establishing Carriersnet, Capt. Salloum was president of Grimaldi Group USA. Grimaldi Group is the second largest RORO (roll-on / roll-off) steamship company in the world.
    Carriersnet is also represented by company president Michael Glynn. He will cover supply chain security. Glynn has long-term executive experience with technology and security solutions. Automotive Logistics requested Carriersnet representation due to their appreciation of the company's unique approach to the sometimes conflicting objectives of expediting international cargo movements and strengthening supply chain security.
    Carriersnet believes the starting point in addressing logistics challenges is elevating the IT performance of logistics providers to levels of advanced manufacturing operations. Carriersnet helps manage the end to end delivery of goods across multiple modes of transport via its unique formula of one system - multiple sources - one system. The system plugs into existing kanban levels, integrating just-in-time logistics with JIT inventory enabling enterprises to more rapidly respond to fluctuations in market demand. This method will help increase reliability, dependability, and flexibility throughout multiple supply chains; from raw materials, to customers.
    Carriersnet will be discussing why advanced manifest submissions and compliance with US Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) guidelines are not complete answers to securing international cargo. Corporate shippers seek C-TPAT accreditation in order to expedite processing of their shipments. Yet, even though these shippers secure their own networks, they are still at risk since their shipments are mixed with less secure cargo on same vessels or vehicles. Carriersnet will present a holistic perspective to automotive supply chain security.