Logistics and Distribution Trans with Rik Schrader

Rik Schrader and Joe Lynch discuss logistics and distribution transportation, which is one of the specialties of Rik’s company, Körber Business Area Supply Chain. Rik is Senior Vice President of Sales at Körber Business Area Supply Chain and responsible for sales and alliances leadership across the Americas for Körber’s supply chain software portfolio.

About Rik Schrader

Rik Schrader is Senior Vice President of Sales at Körber Business Area Supply Chain and responsible for sales and alliances leadership across the Americas for Körber’s supply chain software portfolio. He has played a key part in Körber’s business growth in recent years. With over 30 years of information technology experience, he combines a broad range of experience in commercial management, operational sales, exceptional revenue growth and driving strategic perspectives in building success factors for clients and partners. His previous leadership roles at IBM, Honeywell or Manhattan Associates have helped Körber build its global direct and indirect sales capabilities. Rik is an energetic leader driving long term partnerships, innovation and growth across the business operation. His unmatched expertise has earned the trust of national and international companies worldwide. Committed by heart, he keeps developing and maintaining strong relationships centered on trust with each of his customers.

About the Körber Business Area Supply Chain 

Supply chains are growing more complex by the day. Körber uniquely provides a broad range of proven, end-to-end supply chain solutions fitting any business size, strategy or appetite for growth. Our customers conquer the complexity of the supply chain thanks to our portfolio that includes software, voice, and robotics solutions,– plus the expertise to tie it all together. Conquer supply chain complexity – with Körber. The Business Area Supply Chain is part of the global technology group Körber.

Key Takeaways: Logistics and Distribution Trans

• Körber's Business Area Supply Chain is a division of the Körber Group, a global technology company.
• It focuses on providing innovative solutions and services for optimizing supply chain processes.
• The division offers a wide range of products and solutions, including warehouse management systems, voice picking technology, and robotics automation.
• Körber's Business Area Supply Chain serves various industries, such as retail, e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, and logistics.
• The division's solutions help companies improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Körber's Business Area Supply Chain has a global presence, with offices and customers in over 100 countries.
• The division has a strong focus on research and development, constantly innovating to meet the evolving needs of the supply chain industry.
• Körber's Business Area Supply Chain offers comprehensive consulting services to help companies optimize their supply chain strategies.
• The division's solutions are designed to be scalable and adaptable, catering to businesses of all sizes and complexities.

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