For the second time in a row, supply chain managers, logistics managers and experts have voted Novoferm one of the best logistics brands in German-speaking countries. As in 2017, the experts honoured the company with 2nd prize in the "Doors and Ramps" category in April this year. For Michael Menzel, Managing Director of Novoferm zugehörigen docking Solution und Service GmbH (mydocking), the award is both recognition of the innovative Novoferm products and confirmation of the long-term strategy of the Europe-wide system provider.
The title "Best Logistics Brand" is awarded by the trade journal LOGISTIK HEUTE and the German Logistics Association (BVL) e. V. on the basis of a reader and expert vote. This year, the top brands were honoured in 12 categories. An independent committee headed by economist and supply chain management expert Prof. Dr Christian Kille nominated a total of 250 companies that are convincing in their categories due to their high turnover and are particularly relevant to the market.
The 12 categories covered the classic fields as well as the new, digitally driven areas of logistics: brands were honoured, for example, in the fields of "Conveyor and warehouse technology, order picking", "Contract logistics services" and "Transporters and delivery vans", as well as specialists in "IT for warehouse management" and "Software for SCM/ERP". The "Doors and Ramps" category was put to the vote for the second time due to its role as an interface between production, warehouse and transport - and for the second time, LOGISTIK HEUTE readers and BVL members put Novoferm on the podium.
The renewed award is a confirmation of Novoferm's strategy, according to which maximum functionality in various application areas is complemented by energy optimisation, innovative safety technology and a design that is as appealing as it is versatile. The products launched in 2019, such as the EVO X dock leveller, the NovoSlide Industry fire protection sliding door that meets European standards, the NovoFold high-speed door and the 80 mm doors equipped with ALU NovoLux sections and quadruple glazing, are representative of this.
As an innovative system provider, Novoferm develops new products and solutions closely in line with the needs of all players in the industry. Novoferm proactively implements trends that shape the market - whether energy optimisation, increased efficiency through digitalisation or the greatest possible security in every phase of the loading process. In addition to specific product solutions and numerous patents, this is also recognised by awards from experts, as demonstrated by the vote for the best logistics brand. Against this background, the integration of new information and communication technologies is becoming increasingly important. It makes it possible to improve the functionality of industrial doors and loading systems in all dimensions. Novoferm's digitally supported logistics solutions ensure faster, safer, more efficient and more sustainable processes.
The winners of the "Best Logistics Brand" expert poll should have been announced on the evening of 15 April at the Bertelsmann representative office in Berlin. However, due to the coronavirus crisis, the award night could not take place. As this should not diminish the appreciation for the winners in the 12 categories, the awards were sent to the winners by post.
