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4SameDay Network expands geographic reach with the
addition of 7 new members.
November 3, 2004- Dallas, TX- The 4SameDay Network, a division
of Sidewinder NA, Ltd. Corp., today announced the addition
of 7 new members to the nationwide courier network. 4SameDay.com
is North America’s premier independent courier network
receiving an average of 20,000 hits per month by customers
looking for same-day courier services. For a monthly fee,
courier companies can join the 4SameDay network and receive
leads from the 4SameDay site, additional internet advertising,
search engine optimization, web design, vendor discounts and
more.
Austin Professional Couriers- Austin, TX; Hot Shot Delivery-
Houston, TX; Intelliquick Delivery- Phoenix, AZ; Maryland
Messenger- Baltimore, MD; On Demand Delivery- Cleveland, OH;
Relay Express- Cincinnati, OH; and Roadrunner Courier- Tampa,
FL have recently joined the network of over 55 couriers providing
delivery services to customers across the US.
“We are very pleased with the new couriers on the system,”
says Mary Meredith, Director of Marketing, 4SameDay. “Our
goal is to fill the network with professional courier companies
in order to satisfy the needs of the shippers across the US
as well as the recent reseller agreement with Greyhound PackageXpress.”
Along with new members, there have also been expansions in
territory coverage by couriers currently on the network. Hackbarth
Delivery, based in Mobile, AL, has extended their coverage
to include Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and parts of Florida.
In addition, AQuick Delivery, based in Atlanta, GA, has recently
expanded coverage on the network to include the entire state
of Georgia.
Over 25 new courier companies are expected to join the 4SameDay
network by the end of the year, bringing the network and its
courier capabilities to a new and more competitive level for
2005.
Greyhound PackageXpress® Expands Market Reach for Expedited
Package Delivery Service
DALLAS (Sept. 20, 2004) – Greyhound PackageXpress®
(GPX) today announced it is expanding its expedited package
delivery service within the United States. GPX customers in
thousands of communities soon will be able to ship packages
door-to-door within 350 miles for same-day or early next day
delivery.
To penetrate new markets, GPX is working with 4SameDay Couriers,
a division of Sidewinder N.A., Ltd. Corp. The 4SameDay member
and affiliate network will resell GPX services to their customers
in major metropolitan markets across the United States. 4SameDay
members and affiliates also will become the courier service
for GPX package pick up and delivery for its door-to-door
service offering.
“We look forward to expanding our expedited package
delivery service into new markets throughout the United States,”
says Dave Phillips, vice president of GPX. “This opportunity
assists us in achieving our growth goals as well as bringing
additional visibility to the affordable and convenient GPX
services we offer.”
GPX door-to-door service not only provides customers with
expedited delivery, but it also includes more convenient later
pick up and earlier delivery times, typically at a better
price than most other delivery options available to customers.
The new program initially will roll out in Texas, expanding
nationwide by the end of the year.
“We continue to look for same-day solutions to pass
along to our customers,” says George Best, president,
4SameDay Solutions/Sidewinder N.A. “This new program
allows us to provide our customers with alternative shipping
solutions that can save time and money.”
About GPX
Greyhound PackageXpress® (GPX), a division of Greyhound
Lines, Inc., has been a leading provider of expedited shipping
solutions for over 90 years. Greyhound moves over one million
shipments per year in the U.S. GPX offers a wide range of
same-day, expedited and deferred ground delivery services
using the Greyhound network of 17,000 daily departures to
over 2,500 North American destinations. Greyhound PackageXpress
is the one-stop source for shipping same day and overnight
packages at very attractive rates, offering flexibility with
shipment weight and size as compared to other package shipping
providers. For additional information visit the GPX website
at www.shipgreyhound.com.
4SameDay partners with On-Hold Marketing Inc. to provide
discounts to Couriers
September 8, 2004- Dallas, TX- The 4SameDay Network, a division
of Sidewinder N.A., Ltd. Corp., today announced a discount
program with On-Hold Marketing Inc. for the call hold marketing
needs of couriers on the network. 4SameDay.com is North America’s
premier independent courier network receiving an average of
20,000 hits per month by customers looking for same-day courier
services. For a monthly fee, courier companies can join the
4SameDay network and receive leads from the 4SameDay site,
additional internet advertising, search engine optimization,
web design, vendor discounts and more.
On-Hold Marketing Inc., in business since 1987, focuses on
all of the professional message needs that companies require,
including telephone on-hold messages and voiceover for web
sites. With over 6,000 customers across North America, On-Hold
Marketing proved to be a powerful partner for the 4SameDay
Network. Couriers on the network are able to redeem the discounts
immediately.
Through this program, On-Hold Marketing has agreed to waive
all start up costs and provide discounts equal to over 60%
off of their normal pricing for on-hold marketing needs. This
represents a significant discount for the courier companies
on the 4SameDay Network.
“By partnering with On-Hold Marketing, we are making
on-hold messaging more affordable to couriers on the network,”
says Mary Meredith, Director of Marketing, 4SameDay Network.
“It is a proven and effective method to increasing sales
and we are pleased to offer this service to our couriers at
such a great rate.”
“On-hold messaging assists in building a professional
image and lets the 4SameDay couriers advertise their services
even when their customers are on hold. I am pleased to partner
with 4SameDay and look forward to working with the many customers
on the network in taking their business to the next level,”
said Bill Coville Jr., VP, Marketing, On-Hold Marketing Inc.
4SameDay partners with NTB and Tire Kingdom to provide
discounts to Couriers
August 16, 2004- Dallas, TX- The 4SameDay Network, a division
of Sidewinder N.A., Ltd. Corp., today announced a discount
program with National Tire & Battery (NTB) and Tire Kingdom
for the tire and auto service needs of couriers on the network.
4SameDay.com is North America’s premier independent
courier network receiving an average of 20,000 hits per month
by customers looking for same-day courier services. For a
monthly fee, courier companies can join the 4SameDay network
and receive leads from the 4SameDay site, additional internet
advertising, search engine optimization, web design, vendor
discounts and more.
With over 600 locations in 28 states and great customer service,
NTB and Tire Kingdom were the most appropriate choice to provide
a discount program to the couriers on the network. Effective
immediately, the courier companies on the network are able
to redeem the discounts.
Through this program, NTB and Tire Kingdom will provide several
discounts on tires, service and parts, all of which represent
significant savings to our network of same-day transportation
providers.
“This discount program represents another way that
the 4SameDay team is focused on providing valuable discounts
to members of the network,” says Mary Meredith, Director
of Marketing, 4SameDay. “NTB and Tire Kingdom are strong
service providers with quality products and we are pleased
to be associated with the organization.”
4SameDay partners with Firehouse Graphics to provide
discounts to Couriers
July 30, 2004- Dallas, TX- The 4SameDay Network, a division
of Sidewinder Holdings, today announced a pricing partnership
with Firehouse Graphics for the business printing needs of
Couriers on the network. 4SameDay.com is North America’s
premier independent courier network receiving an average of
20,000 hits per month by customers looking for same-day courier
services. For a monthly fee, courier companies can join the
4SameDay network and receive leads from the 4SameDay site,
additional internet advertising, search engine optimization,
web design, vendor discounts and more.
4SameDay began the search for a low priced, reputable printing
vendor to provide a discount program to the couriers on the
network. Firehouse Graphics satisfied those needs and effective
immediately, the Couriers on the network are able to redeem
this discount.
Led by Gary Cline, Firehouse Graphics is a full service printing
firm that has several years of printing experience in the
same-day transportation industry. Through this partnership,
Firehouse Graphics will provide discounts of up to 25% off
regular price printed products along with at-cost shipping
on all orders. This represents potentially huge savings for
courier companies.
“I am very pleased with the vendor we have chosen to
represent the network, says Mary Meredith, Director of Marketing,
4SameDay Network. “Firehouse Graphics is very service
oriented, with low pricing and fast turnaround. It’s
a win-win for all of us.”
“We look forward to working with couriers on the 4SameDay
Network,” says Gary Cline, President of Firehouse Graphics.
“This opportunity allows us to get even more involved
with the industry and offer discounted prices in return.”
Sidewinder signs agreement providing reseller rights
to California based transportation firm
May 17, 2004 — Dallas, Texas — Sidewinder Holdings,
Ltd., the International provider of real-time mobile resource
optimization software for vehicle and people resource efficiency,
today announced the signing of a multi-year reseller agreement
with California based, Transportation Management (TM). In
addition, 4SameDay Courier Network, owned by Sidewinder North
America, has entered in to a cross-marketing agreement with
TM, providing express delivery work to their customers across
the US. As a result of the agreements, TM will be able to
resell real-time mobile resource optimization software co-branded
with the “TM” logo.
Transportation Management, founded in 1995, focuses on providing
Transportation Consulting and Same-Day Transportation services,
including same-day delivery, routed delivery, warehousing,
air expedite and distribution services, to customers across
the US. Through the agreement, TM, a long time user of the
Sidewinder system to dispatch their own deliveries, will begin
reselling the software on the consulting side to those customers
requiring route optimization, dispatch software and real-time
tracking capabilities.
This agreement also further solidifies the relationship between
TM and the 4SameDay Courier network. TM will market the 4SameDay
network to its customers which will, through an interface
with TM’s customers, handle the majority of the intra-city
movement of goods across the US.
“This agreement is a significant opportunity for both
companies to use their respective areas of expertise to deliver
technology and delivery services to the transportation industry,”
says George Best, President, Sidewinder Holdings. “Combining
our strengths and working on a collaborative basis will allow
us to more successfully service our customers.”
“We often work with shippers who are looking for a
nationwide network of delivery companies that can interface
with their systems for the seamless transition of orders between
all interested parties. The 4SameDay network and Sidewinder’s
technology suite allows us to offer that to our customers,”
says Eric Reese, President, Transportation Management. “This
agreement will allow us to expand our offering.”
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About Transportation Management
Transportation Management provides consulting and same day
transportation services across the US. Additional information
is available at www.tmllc.com.
Sidewinder Appoints Tim Potthoff, Sales Director
May 17, 2004 — Dallas, Texas — Sidewinder Holdings,
Ltd., the International provider of real time mobile resource
optimization software for vehicle and people resource efficiency,
today announced the appointment of Tim Potthoff to the position
of Sales Director.
Tim, whose transportation industry experience spans management
roles within major logistics, delivery and software companies,
will be promoting the company's highly successful range of
route optimization and mobile resource management tools.
Mr. Potthoff has over 15 years in the transportation and
logistics software industries, including most recently with
NextJet Technologies.
“The hiring of Mr. Potthoff demonstrates our continued
commitment to improving Sidewinder’s sales and marketing
efforts throughout North America,” said George Best,
President, Sidewinder. "Tim is a great fit for Sidewinder
because of his success in selling and his experience and expertise
within this industry. We are pleased to have him on board.”
Razorback Systems announces a name change to 4SameDay
Software
May 17, 2004- Dallas, TX- Sidewinder North America, parent
company of Razorback Systems and the 4SameDay Network has
announced that it would begin marketing both brands under
the 4SameDay name.
Razorback Systems, specializing in providing software and
business services to the express delivery industry will now
be marketed as 4SameDay Software, while the North American
network of independent couriers will remain known as the 4SameDay
Network. The 4SameDay Software package will continue to offer
the same suite of products that were offered through the Razorback
Systems brand. This includes Intelligent Dispatch, Route Optimization,
Internet Order Entry, Enterprise Order Management Systems,
Mobile Data Systems, Interfaces to Legacy Systems and a host
of related business services for express delivery companies
and their customers.
“Changing the name of our software package to 4SameDay
better reflects the things that we do as a company as well
as the direction we are going,” says Mary Meredith,
Marketing Director. The 4SameDay brand is synonymous with
the express delivery industry. Consolidating the product identities
under one brand will increase awareness of both offerings.
This initiative will generate considerable marketing synergies
while leveraging existing presence and success."
“Through the new 4SameDay brand, couriers can not only
be a member of the largest independently owned courier network,
providing national advertising, a larger geographic reach
and the ability to compete for national accounts through the
unified presence of the network, but they can also choose
to offer technology features to their customers such as web
orders, package tracking, optimized routes, signature capture,
2-way mobile data, records management, barcode scanning, GPS
tracking, and a variety of Industry leading technologies.
It’s a win-win." said George Best, President.
Sidewinder Appoints Mary Meredith, Marketing Director
March 5, 2004 — Dallas, Texas — Sidewinder Holdings,
Ltd., the International provider of real time mobile resource
optimization software for vehicle and people resource efficiency,
today announced the appointment of Mary Meredith to the newly
created position of Marketing Director.
Ms. Meredith will be responsible for leading the marketing
efforts of Sidewinder Holdings along with the marketing efforts
for the 4SameDay courier network.
Ms. Meredith has significant experience in the courier and
logistics industries, including most recently managing the
marketing efforts of the largest North American same-day transportation
provider, Dynamex Inc.
“We are very pleased to welcome Mary to the Sidewinder
team,” said George Best, President, Sidewinder. “The
creation of this role is a major step in our continued commitment
to providing the highest level of service to our customers
along with a continued focus on growth. It is our vision to
be the dominate player in this market and to upgrade the information
management capabilities of companies throughout the industry
and we are confident that Mary’s industry experience
and marketing expertise will assist us in this vision.”
Sidewinder N.A. Ltd. Corp. announces acquisition
of 4SameDay.com
August 14, 2003- Dallas, TX- Sidewinder N.A. Ltd. Corp.,
and its service mark Razorback Systems, best known for its
suite of non-stop optimization and dispatch systems, has completed
the acquisition of Boston based 4SameDay.com. The acquisition
of the US-based 4SameDay.com, includes all intellectual property,
Internet software as well as the nationally recognized brand
and database of customers.
"This acquisition demonstrates the commitment we've
made to couriers and shippers using Razorback Systems' optimization
and dispatch software," says George Best, President.
"As our products are increasingly used upstream by shippers
like record centers, and the network of couriers using our
software to perform deliveries for their customers continues
to grow, an electronic exchange of orders between shippers
and couriers across our network will take place."
One such example is already implemented in Houston, TX where
a record center optimizes deliveries for today, and electronically
sends the overflow deliveries to a courier on the network
using Razorback Systems software.
Acquisition of 4SameDay.com under Sidewinder N.A. Ltd. places
it alongside Razorback Systems in the company's organizational
chart. 4SameDay.com features geographic exclusivity to its
courier members and a single point of presence for shippers
needing a courier.
"4SameDay.com has been successful in the US market by
consistently rating the highest in the major search engines
for companies searching for courier services. By integrating
4SameDay and Razorback, couriers can offer features to their
customers like web orders, package tracking, optimized routes,
signature capture, 2-way mobile data with driving directions,
records management, barcode scanning, GPS tracking, and a
variety of Industry leading technologies. We are increasingly
looking like a North American logistics marketplace, with
our software sitting in the middle of it all. It is our intention
to strengthen the 4SameDay brand by expanding its presence
throughout the North American market." said Best.
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