PUMA Expands its Distribution Capacity with New Arizona Facility
In a strategic move to bolster its distribution capabilities, PUMA has teamed up with AutoStore and Bastian Solutions to establish a new state-of-the-art distribution center in Glendale, Arizona. This initiative is set to double PUMA’s daily order fulfillment capacity from 100,000 to 200,000, thereby enhancing the speed, efficiency, and accuracy of its retail supply chain.
The grand opening of this new facility was marked by a celebration attended by key figures, including PUMA North America President Bob Philion, Governor Katie Hobbs, and representatives from AutoStore, Bastian Solutions, the City of Glendale, the Arizona Commerce Authority, and the Greater Phoenix Economic Council.
Governor Katie Hobbs highlighted Arizona’s pivotal role in the national economy, stating, “PUMA’s new facility showcases the integral role Arizona plays in our country’s growing and thriving economy. We are grateful that PUMA, one of the world’s most recognizable brands, has chosen Arizona, furthering our reputation as a premier logistics hub supporting global companies.”
Since 2015, AutoStore’s cutting-edge cubic storage and retrieval system has been a cornerstone of PUMA’s warehouse operations in Indiana and California. With Bastian Solutions’ expertise in system integration, PUMA has achieved remarkable results, including a tenfold increase in warehouse capacity during peak times, 99% accuracy in order fulfillment, and a significant reduction in delivery times from two weeks to same-day service.
Commenting on the collaboration, Mats Hovland Vikse, CEO of AutoStore, remarked, “At AutoStore, speed is central to our value proposition. That’s why our system not only delivers high speed but also ensures accurate operations with minimal energy consumption. Our partnership with PUMA exemplifies how our solution is perfectly suited for high-throughput operations, even during peak demand.”
The burgeoning rise of ecommerce, projected to surpass $8 trillion by 2027, underscores the necessity for a fast, efficient, and precise order fulfillment process. AutoStore’s automated system, featuring a modular cube-based storage design and advanced robotics, addresses these essential needs.
Over the years, PUMA, in collaboration with Bastian Solutions and AutoStore, has achieved impressive milestones:
- Processed over 50 million items
- Maintained a 99% order accuracy rate
- Handled the shipment of over 150,000 units daily and 2 million units monthly during peak periods
- Increased warehouse inventory capacity by a factor of ten, storing 4.2 million units within 100,000 square feet
- Reduced energy costs by up to 85%
- Boosted inventory accuracy to 99%
Bob Philion, President of PUMA North America, emphasized the importance of agility in order fulfillment, stating, “At PUMA, our mantra is forever faster, and that includes getting our products in the hands of our customers. AutoStore enables us to be the fastest we’ve ever been.”
Bastian Solutions’ CEO & President, Aaron Jones, expressed pride in the partnership with AutoStore, noting, “At Bastian Solutions, we take pride in our long-standing partnership with AutoStore, having integrated over 100 of their systems across various industries.” He praised PUMA as a stellar example of customer-centric innovation driving performance and efficiency.
Arizona Commerce Authority President and CEO Sandra Watson expressed excitement over PUMA’s choice of Arizona for its operations, highlighting the state’s strategic location and infrastructure as ideal for supporting PUMA’s new distribution hub.
Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers welcomed PUMA’s new facility, stating, “The presence of such a globally recognized brand underscores Glendale’s growing reputation as a hub for innovation and opportunity. This is a win for economic growth, and a reflection of our city’s commitment to progress and the bright future ahead.”
Chris Camacho, President and CEO of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council, remarked on the region’s global market potential, saying, “Greater Phoenix is an increasingly global market, and this collaboration between AutoStore, Bastian and PUMA underscores the accessibility and reach of the region.”
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