The partnership's hub-and-spoke model, with over 200 final mile locations, makes two-day warehouse delivery achievable across 98% of the U.S. population.
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Essendant partnered with UPS company Roadie to expand last-mile delivery through local driver networks.
Rithum is a Georgia-based global commerce solutions provider that enables retailers and suppliers to deliver third-party commerce experiences.
The distributor appointed an industry veteran to accelerate the growth of its Connected Commerce service and expand fulfillment services.
Essendant's Connected Commerce solution includes marketplace integrations, eCommerce service and order delivery.
Essendant CEO and President Harry Dochelli has seen plenty of twists and turns during his nine-plus years with the company, but a few pillars, such as communications and culture, have always held true.
Declines in industrial and jan-san segments offset by increases in automotive and office products.
Transaction will not close due to blocking of Staples-Office Depot merger.
Company reports profit of $16.5 million for the first quarter.
Company also reports 2015 sales up 0.7 percent, loss of $44.3 million.