Choice Logistics Expands Mission-Critical Service Parts
Stocking Location Network in EMEA
New operations facilitate client growth throughout region
NEW YORK – April 12, 2010 - Choice Logistics, the global specialist in customized third-party
mission-critical service parts logistics, has announced the growth of its strategic stocking
location (SSL) network in EMEA. A total of 107 sites have been opened throughout Western,
Central and Eastern Europe, as well as the Middle East. In addition, Choice has the capacity to
activate an additional 200 markets as needed. The expansion complements client efforts to
broaden service and support to end-users throughout the region. Choice has 400 SSLs
currently in operation around the world supporting existing clients’ global service parts
requirements, including two- to four-hour availability.
“We understand that EMEA is an important growth market for clients, and keenly focused on
their priorities in this fast-growing region,” said Michael Notarangeli, vice president, of Field
Operations. “One of Choice’s core strengths is the ability to quickly and efficiently enter new
markets in compliance with legal and global trade regulations. This expansion is a direct
reflection of our flexibility to help clients meet their evolving business needs, so they can focus
on increasing revenues. While facilitating their efforts is essential, it is just as significant that we
offer the same high level of service regardless of where we operate. With new investments in
personnel and infrastructure, we’ve made this level of consistency a reality.”
In 2009, Choice named international supply chain management expert, Rob van Doorn as
director of operations in EMEA. He leads four regional-based managers responsible for
performance and quality control at each SSL. The team meticulously monitors performance
data on a daily basis, which allows for ongoing refinement and enhancement, as well as real-
time corrective action of various processes. They co