MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE:R), a leader in commercial fleet
management, dedicated
transportation, and supply
chain solutions, today announced the expansion of Ryder
Last Mile, a home delivery and white-glove installation solution for
big-and-bulky goods, in 11 North American markets. The expansion
strengthens Ryder’s e-commerce fulfillment capabilities, reduces
delivery timeframes, and now brings appliance delivery and installation
to new markets.
“We’re getting closer to the consumer,” said Patrick Coughlin, Vice
President and General Manager of Ryder Last Mile. “By expanding our
existing locations and adding new facilities, we continue to position
our customers to meet – and even exceed – the ever-growing demands of
e-fulfillment and the increasing expectations of their customers.”
This latest expansion enables Ryder to stay ahead of the curve in
today’s “now” economy, which is critical to the success of customers
like Design Within Reach (DWR), a retailer of exclusive modern design.
“Ryder technology, transportation management, distribution management,
and last-mile all provide consistent high-quality delivery services all
across the country,” said Jerry Gable, DWR Director of Delivery
Experience. “Ryder provides a strategic partnership that supports the
Design Within Reach client experience.”
Ryder is increasing the square footage at its last-mile fulfillment
facilities located in Toronto, Atlanta, Ga., and Lathrop, Calif. The
expansion also includes partnerships in eight strategically located U.S.
cities. The Ryder e-fulfillment network now includes 136 facilities
covering 95% of the U.S. and Canada within a two-day timeframe. It also
strengthens Ryder’s position as North America’s second largest last-mile
provider of big-and-bulky goods, according to an independent audit
conducted by global consulting agency Simon-Kucher.
“You hear all the time that success starts at the top, and it is no more
accurate than at Ryder,” said Gable of DWR. “From the first
meet-and-greet with the Ryder executives almost two years ago, what was
most impressive was how much passion there was in the room. That remains
a constant still today.”
To ensure seamless experience for customers like DWR, Ryder continues to
invest heavily in visibility technology. RyderViewTM allows
customers to schedule and track orders with photo-capture digital
proof-of-delivery, in order to facilitate an effective claims management
program. The proprietary technology also has the ability to predict
defects and exceptions, allowing Ryder to take preemptive action and
work collaboratively with clients.
To learn more about Ryder Last Mile, visit https://ryder.com/solutions/last-mile-delivery.
About Ryder
Ryder is a FORTUNE 500® commercial fleet management, dedicated
transportation, and supply chain solutions company. Ryder’s stock
(NYSE:R) is a component of the Dow Jones Transportation Average and the
S&P MidCap 400® index. Ryder has been named among FORTUNE’s
World’s Most Admired Companies, and has been recognized for its
industry-leading practices in third-party logistics,
environmentally-friendly fleet and supply chain solutions, and
world-class safety and security programs. The Company is a proud member
of the American Red Cross Disaster Responder Program, supporting
national and local disaster preparedness and response efforts. For more
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