Your Doors Won t Open By Themselves

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1 Your Doors Won t Open By Themselves You Need the Right Logistics Partner Delivering Solutions to Your Retail Supply Chain Providing Retailers with a OneTouch Supply Chain Solution for New Store Openings Remodels Installations Events

2 Why You Need Axis Global Logistics Worldwide Retail Services Retail industry executives faced with the complex challenges that come with new store openings, remodels, resets, store graphics and events know that logistics plays a pivotal role in the process. They understand that hitting their target dates can largely depend on having the right logistics partner whether their store opening is around the corner or half-way around the world. That s why retailers tasked with getting their stores open ontime and on-budget are increasingly turning to Axis Global Logistics Worldwide Retail Services and taking advantage of the Axis ValuChain which consistently maintains the integrity of their brand. These decision-makers know that Axis will provide them with a one touch solution that will add value to each link in their supply chain thus increasing their efficiency and cutting their costs. It is this seamless approach, which utilizes one main point of contact coupled with the company s global capabilities, industry-leading technology and unmatched personal service that truly sets the Axis solution apart. Boston Chicago Dallas Hong Kong Houston London, England Los Angeles Miami Minneapolis New Jersey New York San Francisco Toronto Washington, DC 2 3

3 Our OneTouch Global Supply Chain Solution Optimizes Costs and Efficiency Throughout Your Retail Supply Chain Axis single-source, technology based ValuChain solutions offer retailers flexible costs while maintaining your brand integrity. Our seamless OneTouch approach options that are designed to increase your efficiency and cut your is what truly differentiates any Axis solution Supply Chain: Supply Chain Analysis Spend Reporting Cost Savings EDI Integration Consolidation Management Transparency to Worldwide Inventory Vendor Management Inbound & Outbound: Time-Critical Transport In-Transit Tracking Assessment: Proof-of-Delivery A Thorough Discussion Coordinate Secure of Your Needs Transfer of Assets A Supply Chain Solution that Meets Your Specific Requirements International Transportation: Customs Entry/Clearance Preparation of Documentation Import/Export Control Customs Brokerage Door-to-Door Service Inbound Receiving: Asset Condition Verification Customer PO Verification Data Entry of Asset SKU # Decentralized Warehouse Facilities: Nationwide Secured Storage Material Handling Equipment Inventory Management Order Processing Fixture Staging Installation Services: Fixtures Store Graphics Window Graphics Events Carpentry Electrical Reverse Logistics: Store Consolidations Pop Ups Store-Within-a-Store Asset Relocation 4 5

4 Services That Meet Your Specific Requirements We understand that every retailer has their own precise requirements when it comes to something as complex as new store setups, store-within-a-store setups, pop-up store installations, in-store graphic distributions and point-of-sale display setups. That's why Axis offers retailers a wide-range of services that can be customized to meet your individual needs. Service Highlights: New Store Set-Up, Remodels/Resets Event Installations Site Surveys/Audits Project Management Fixtures, Graphics & POP Display Installations Pop Up Store Installations Store-Within-A-Store Set Ups In-Store Graphic Rollouts Graphic Image Repository Technology Vinyl Graphic Installation Tenant Improvements Rebranding Repair & Maintenance Kiosk Assembly & Installation Rollouts Interior/Exterior Build-Outs Reverse Logistics Our services meet your exact requirements and ensure that your doors open on schedule and on budget. General Services: International & Domestic Services Time-Critical Transportation Comprehensive Warehouse Network Global Logistics Capabilities Industry-Leading Supply Chain Management Technology Flexible, Personalized Service 24/7 6 7

5 A Wide Range of Transportation Options As a company that specializes in time-critical shipments that require a high degree of personal attention, Axis is perfectly positioned to provide retailers with reliable on-time delivery that meets precise store construction deadlines. We understand that retailers require flexibility and transportation options in order to get their doors open on time and their merchandise ready for sale that s why Axis offers you the broadest possible array of transportation services. Transportation Services: International Transportation Air/Ocean Domestic Transportation Air/Ground Import/Export Distribution & Customs Entry Services Trans-border Service to/from Canada & Mexico Pier Dryage Pickup & Delivery Service: Same Day, Overnight & Economy Air Ride Blanket Wrap Team Drives LTL & FTL Lift Gate Rigging Services Mall, After-Hour & Inside Delivery Options Reverse Logistics Worldwide Warehouse Locations Increase Your Flexibility and Responsiveness Axis tactical decentralized warehouse locations let retailers locate store fixtures and construction materials in closer proximity to the store site. This allows you to react more quickly to shifts in schedule, fluctuations in inventory and seasonal demands. Timely deliveries and decreased lead time result in lower transportation costs and streamlined processes. Our warehouse solution also allows your business to adopt a variable cost structure as opposed to a fixed one that means you only pay for what you need when you need it. Warehouse Services: Vendor Management Purchase Order Control Perpetual Inventory Management EDI Transaction Processing (846, 856, 940, 943, 944, 945) Secure Warehouse Storage Container Unloading/Loading Consolidation Management Quality Control of Store Fixtures Pick and Pack Fulfillment Repack Services Floor and Counter Displays Returns Processing Reverse Logistics 8 9

6 Industry-Leading Supply Chain Technology At the heart of any Axis solution is state-of-the-art supply chain technology that optimizes the shipment and installation process. This industry-leading technology offers complete visibility and transparency providing you with all of the information you need precisely when you need it. These advanced systems include: Transportation Management System (TMS): Axis transportation management system optimizes the shipment process to ensure that you can take advantage of every cost-saving opportunity. Our TMS offers detailed system tracking of pickups from your suppliers to the final delivery at your store along with proof of delivery tracking that provides you with names, delivery date and delivery time. This system is also capable of sending all of the aforementioned information directly to your mobile device. Warehouse Management System (WMS): This powerful tool gives retailers web-enabled access to order management and perpetual inventories by warehouse location anywhere in the world. Our WMS provides you with catalogue searching capabilities, product images (photos, thumbnails and illustrations), detailed product information, article level availability and outbound audit trails. Installation Project Management (IPM): This software integrates the status of nationwide installation services by store number, region or campaign. The IPM system tracks installation progress and timelines and provides the retail project manager with a single view of activity as well as progress updates on every job. This software also provides a depository of all QC checklists, store installation images, certificates of insurance and customer service notes for each job all of which are viewable on the project management portal. Cloud Based Technology: Axis retail services are linked through the cloud. Two central hubs serve as data collection/communication centers. Each remote site sends and receives data to/from our headquarters and an Atlanta co-location ensuring replication of all data generated. Dedicated Project Management Installation Checklists Proof of Install Photos Project Status Reports - Real Time Axis Worldwide Retail Services Connected Via Cloud-Based Technology Critical Project Documents Project Forms Priority Service Alerts De-Centralized Inventory Strategy Mobile Apps Real Time Project Updates Transportation Delivery Status Reporting and Analytics 10

7 Delivering Store Fixtures: How Axis Solved One Retailer s Problem A well-known global apparel retailer found itself dealing with the growing pains that often accompany rapid success. Business was booming. The company already had about 1100 stores across the United States and was planning to open more stores domestically and 15 internationally each year. But the company found itself struggling to manage an aspect of its business outside of its core competency namely, the distribution of store fixtures for new store openings and renovations. The retailer came to realize that in order to solve this problem it needed to work with a logistics company that had experience and expertise when it came to the handling, delivery and installation of their store fixtures a logistics provider that would consistently maintain the integrity of their brand. That's why the company chose to partner with Axis. The retailer came to realize it needed a logistics partner that had experience and expertise when it came to the handling, delivery and installation of their store fixtures a logistics provider that would consistently maintain the integrity of their brand. Axis developed a customized program for this retailer that provided a single-source solution along with technology that offered total visibility and cost control. All inventory was managed by Axis web based warehouse management system and all transportation was tracked by Axis cutting-edge Axis Trak system. The results for the retailer were clear and dramatic: Reduced transportation both in inbound and outbound shipping; True visibility into the current inventory; Less downtime and expense at the store level due to missed or late deliveries; No shrinkage of product at store site; Significantly less damage accountability when damage occurred; Reduced man hours on-site as a result of better communication and execution; Greater efficiency at the corporate level in managing this program

8 Door Openings Require a Great Logistics Partner with a Great Plan It All Begins with a Thorough Discussion of Your Needs We look forward to designing and implementing a supply chain solution that will ensure your doors open on-time and on-budget. Sales Inquiries: Local: Fax: sales@axisg.com Web: Worldwide Corporate Headquarters: Axis Global Logistics 5901 West Side Avenue, Suite 503 North Bergen, NJ Delivering Solutions to Your Retail Supply Chain