20th Feb 2009 - 00:00
Abstract
A company specialising in refrigeration believes well-known brands like Red Bull, Nestle and Danone will benefit from their switch to larger premises.
Coolpoint has transferred its global headquarters to a new 50,000 sq ft facility in Wrexham, because they needed greater capacity to hold stock for their distributor network and long-standing clients. The move, to premises 28% larger than their previous base in Mold, will allow Coolpoint to increase efficiency through the improved layout. The company also claims their fully automated and integrated business management system – which enables orders to be tracked completely online – will further enhance services and improve delivery for all clients. Managing Director Akhtar Shah said: "Many of our clients are confident they will continue to grow in 2009, despite the economic downturn, and require a supplier which is lean and ultra-competitive. We had already made steps to improve efficiency, but due to an 8% increase in turnover in 2008 we felt the time was right to consolidate our administration and warehousing functions under one roof. By switching to a bigger and more modern facility, and not using sub-contractors as we occasionally did previously, we can offer greater cost savings and continue to grow in 2009."