Oklahoma City, OK – April 7, 2008, Truckers in Florida are taking a stance against the continuing rise in the cost of diesel fuel.  With costs at a record high of nearly $4 per gallon, truckers are taking a pro-active approach in sending a message of disapproval.  Many truckers lined their Big Rigs across highways and began reducing speed causing traffic to slow.  They also planned a strike in the next few days. 

Some fleet operators are better able to handle rising fuel costs and driver shortages through automation. Huttig Building Products is one of the many companies that have been able to handle the changes by using Direct Route®, Route Optimization Software from Appian Logistics, Inc. 

The construction industry was seriously impacted by the housing slowdown in 2007. Record foreclosures, a growing unsold housing inventory, and slowing sales of new homes all contributed to negative growth in the industry nationwide. Huttig successfully managed the downturn and reduced costs, thanks in part, to Appian’s Direct Route® – Route Optimization Software. Direct Route enabled them to match a 25% drop in sales with a 19% reduction in transportation costs, resulting in a savings of $40,000 per month at just one branch. In the past because of Huttig’s fixed route structure, if there was a drop in sales it took several months to manually adjust transportation to match. With Direct Route® they were able to match slowing sales by immediately reducing their delivery operations. The extent to which they could hold delivery cost as a % of sales through both up-turns and down-turns in the market went straight to the bottom line.

About Appian Logistics Software, Inc.
Since 1987, Appian Logistics Software has provided experience and expertise in
implementing solutions with companies looking to streamline operations and reduce costs. Appian is acknowledged as an industry leader in providing solutions that work for transportation companies and has been recognized as one of the top 100 Logistics and Supply Chain software providers. Appian’s success has been driven by consistently reducing client’s planning time by 70-90%, reducing route operating costs by 10-30%, and by a reputation for customer support and service. Appian software is installed at over 800 sites in North America and Australia.

For more information visit www.appianlogistics.com.

Contact: Nina Ellison, Marketing Manager, 1-800-893-1250 X112 or
marketing@appianlogistics.com

Oklahoma City, OK – April 4, 2008, On April 27-29, 2008 in Cincinnati, OH, Appian’s Vice President, James Stevenson will present a session on “Strategies to Control Fleet Costs.”

During the session he will speak on “Doing more with less.” As private fleets continue to raise the bar on customer service, they often find that they are competing for shrinking resources which are becoming more of a necessity to help control costs. This operational review of Routing, Route Optimization, Dispatch, Load Planning, and Fuel Management tools will arm you with the knowledge to manage your assets more efficiently."

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Since 1987, Appian Logistics Software has provided experience and expertise in implementing solutions with companies looking to streamline operations and reduce costs. Appian is acknowledged as an industry leader in providing solutions that work for transportation companies and has been recognized as one of the top 100 Logistics and Supply Chain software providers. Appian’s success has been driven by consistently reducing client’s planning time by 70-90%, reducing route operating costs by 10-30%, and by a reputation for customer support and service. Appian software is installed at over 800 sites in North America and Australia. For more information you can visit
www.appianlogistics.com.

Contact: Nina Ellison, Marketing Manager, 1-800-893-1250 X112 or
marketing@appianlogistics.com.

Oklahoma City, OK (March 18, 2008) - Companies across the US are scrambling to find relief from ever-rising fuel costs. More often than ever those companies are turning to Appian Software’s Direct Route solution for an answer.

At the current average, a trucker putting 200 gallons of diesel into his tanks spends more than $710, which is $200 more than he would have spent for an identical amount a year ago according to a recent Transport Topics Editorial. If a driver fills the tank twice each week, within one month’s time, he would have spent $1,600 more that’s $32,000 per month for a company with 20 trucks. Effective route optimization is the key to reducing fuel used and holding these costs in line.

Appian Logistics Software, Inc has been solving problems like these for over 20 Years. Appian’s Direct Route™ route optimization software is helping companies in a wide range of industries reduce fuel and labor costs every day. Direct Route uses specialized algorithms to route stops quickly, efficiently and affordably. Integrated up-to-date mapping data means routes will be effective and on roads that can be driven, and the program is designed to handle both dynamic and static routes.

For further information contact us today. We can assist you in deciding what is best for your operations. We also can provide a live demonstration of the software and walk you through understanding the implementation process to ensure you have peace of mind.

About Appian Logistics Software, Inc.
Founded in 1987, Appian Logistics Software is acknowledged as an industry leader in providing solutions that work for transportation companies and has been recognized as one of the top 100 Logistics and Supply Chain software providers. Appian’s success is driven by consistently reducing client’s planning time by 70-90% and reducing route operating costs by 10-25%. Appian has installations at over 800 client sites. For more information visit www.appianlogistics.com.

Contact: Nina Ellison, Marketing Manager, 1-800-893-1250 X112 or
marketing@appianlogistics.com

Oklahoma City, OK – March 24, 2008, Huttig Building Products, recognized as a leader in the building products industry, has revolutionized its industry by using innovative processes to provide an unparalleled commitment to customer service.  The over 120 year old company is among the largest distributors of building products in the US.  Honored by Fleet Owner Magazine as a 2007 “Fleet of the Year Award” finalist, Huttig has lead the industry not only in quality products but in innovative business practices that have helped the company maintain its industry-leading position.  The company’s core competence is not only as a wholesale distributor but as a manufacturer. With door shops attached to the majority of its 36 distribution branches, Huttig manufactures a wide range of pre-hung doors and moldings.

The construction industry was impacted by the housing slowdown in 2007.  Record foreclosures, a growing unsold housing inventory, and slowing sales of new homes all contributed to negative growth in the industry nationwide.  Huttig successfully managed the downturn and reduced costs, thanks in part, to the use of Appian’s Direct Route – Route Optimization Software. Direct Route has enabled them to match a 25% drop in sales with a 19% reduction in transportation costs, resulting in a savings of over $20,000 per month at just one branch. “In the past because of our fixed route structure if there was a dip in sales the resulting dip in transportation costs might lag a few months behind.  With Direct Route we see those trends tracking simultaneously.  The extent to which we can hold our delivery cost as a % of sales through both upturns and downturns in the market goes straight to the bottom line.”

After thoroughly analyzing their transportation operations and route building process, Huttig quickly discovered changes that would produce significant savings.  Given they were in the process of rolling out PeopleNet On-Board truck computers at every location they seized the opportunity to improve their route operation as well.  With knowledge in hand, Huttig embarked on a continuous improvement effort in 2006 to instill best practices and retrain branches that had been originally rolled out on Appian’s Direct Route 5 years earlier.  Jeff Fei, Corporate Manager of fleet and operations reporting, “We began our analysis by looking at the current operations of our fleet of trucks.  We started out with 300 trucks and focused on increasing productivity while reducing idle time, he said.  Idle time was significant for each truck.  We changed our procedures to have the drivers turn off the vehicle while delivering shipments.  The savings were realized immediately. By shutting down the engines there was a savings and we also achieved greater savings by optimizing our routes.” 

Huttig’s Director of Operations, Don Black, spoke about how using route optimization software along with GPS tracking software benefits the company.  “We analyzed our current processes by using GPS tracking.  We reduced the RPMs in the engines in our straight trucks and tractors. By reducing our RPMs we saved on average a half gallon to a full gallon of diesel fuel per mile.  On average a truck can get 5.7 miles to a gallon of fuel.  With lowering our fuel consumption we have seen tremendous savings.  We drive approximately 10 million miles per year.  When optimizing routes we have learned by removing 6 miles out of a route we save a gallon of diesel fuel.  We have successfully removed $2.5 million dollars from our budget by reducing fleet, manning, optimizing routes, and GPS tracking.  We began with 300 trucks and are currently operating 270.  The amount we invested in purchasing Appian’s Direct Route-Route Optimization Software for the entire company was paid for by the savings at the Phoenix branch.  We have revisited 27 of our branches already and the goal is to have all 36 covered by the end of 2008 so the savings can be realized company wide.” 

About Appian Logistics Software, Inc.
Since 1987, Appian Logistics Software has provided experience and expertise in implementing solutions with companies looking to streamline operations and reduce costs. Appian is acknowledged as an industry leader in providing solutions that work for transportation companies and has been recognized as one of the top 100 Logistics and Supply Chain software providers.  Appian’s success has been driven by consistently reducing client’s planning time by 70-90%, reducing route operating costs by 10-30%, and by a reputation for customer support and service.  Appian software is installed at over 800 sites in North America and Australia.  For more information, please visit www.appianlogistics.com.

Contact: Nina Ellison, Marketing Manager, 1-800-893-1250 X112 or marketing@appianlogistics.com

Appian is gearing up for the first User’s Conference for 2008!  The conference will be held in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma at The Sheraton Hotel which is located in the heart of Oklahoma City’s downtown. The downtown area is the premier entertainment hub offering happening night spots, cultural activities, and a myriad of restaurants that will delight everyone’s taste.  The conference will cover the newest upgrades to Direct Route™ and we will show new techniques and features to get the best results.

Date: May 21 – 22, 2008

Time: 9:00 - 4:00pm

Location: The Sheraton Hotel Oklahoma City.

If you have any questions or would like to learn more, please feel free to contact us at 800.893.1250 X112 or marketing@appianlogistics.com

“Direct Route, Today’s Solution to Tomorrow’s High Fuel Costs!”

Appian Logistics Software would like to congratulate 3PD for being selected as Atlanta’s 2007 Logistics Company of the Year.  Their accomplishments are highlighted in the 3PD Press Release below. 

3PD Named Atlanta’s Logistics Company of the Year Award Presented by local CSCMP and Chamber of Commerce

November 15, 2007
For Immediate Release
For further information, please contact:
Lori Lockman, 678 581 8421, llockman@bellsouth.net

ATLANTA, GA. — 3PD, one of the country’s largest last-mile logistics providers, has been named Logistics Company of the Year by the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and Atlanta chapter of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals.

The award, presented at the Metro Atlanta Logistics Awards on November 7, honors the Atlanta-based logistics company that has displayed the area’s most noteworthy combination of revenue and employment growth, business innovation, honors and community involvement.

3PD received first-place honors based on a two-year revenue growth of 56 percent as well as the fact that it has received several awards of excellence from clients such as The Home Depot, Best Buy and Sears.

“It’s a great honor for us to be recognized here in our home town,” said 3PD Chairman and CEO Karl Meyer. “Atlanta is one of the country’s strongest logistics markets, and we’re proud to be acknowledged as one of its supply chain leaders.”

About 3PD:

Founded in 2001, 3PD is one of the country’s largest and only national providers of last-mile delivery and logistics services. The company makes nearly 5 million home, business and job site deliveries per year via a national network that includes nearly 500 locations and 1,500 delivery teams.

Further information can be found at www.3pd.com.

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Appian’s first Conference for 2008 was a great success! With over 35 particpants in attendance we started the year off right with momentum building. The conference was held in Austin, Texas at The Omni Austin Hotel which is located in the heart of Austin’s downtown. The conference covered the newest upgrades to Direct Route and presented new techniques and features to get the best results while modeling/design. We are gearing up for our Spring User’s Conference on May 21-22, 2008.

If you have any questions or would like to learn more, please feel free to contact us at 800.893.1250 X112 or marketing@appianlogistics.com

“Direct Route, Today’s Solution to Tomorrow’s High Fuel Costs!” 

Leading business publication unveils annual top 100 listing of technology solution providers

Melville, NY (December 12, 2007) — Food Logistics, the only publication exclusively dedicated to covering the movement of product and information through all channels of the food supply chain, this week announced its fourth annual list - the Food Logistics 100 - featuring top technology solution providers that serve the needs of a unique segment of the food service industry.  The list is compiled through end-user nominations. Each company listed is top in their field for assisting food, beverage and consumer packaged goods’ companies to transform their supply chains.

"Our readers turn to Food Logistics to learn about new solutions for improving productivity and reducing costs throughout their operations," explained Katherine Doherty, editor-in-chief of Food Logistics magazine. "The corporate executives and on-site managers who rely on the magazine want to know what solutions are available to help them reach their business goals. The Food Logistics 100 is a vital resource for them.”

Hundreds of companies were nominated by end-users and solution providers. Winners were chosen by the magazine’s editorial staff. The final list is featured in the cover story of the November/December 2007 issue of Food Logistics, as well as online at www.foodlogistics.com.

The Food Logistics 100 is an alphabetical listing designed to help the readers of Food Logistics find the best technology service and solution providers for various logistic challenges.  Appian Logistics Software, Inc was honored as a Top 100 provider.

About Appian Logistics Software, Inc.
Founded in 1987, Appian Logistics Software is acknowledged as an industry leader in providing solutions that work for transportation companies and has been recognized as one of the top 100 Logistics and Supply Chain software providers. Appian’s success is driven by consistently reducing client’s planning time by 70-90% and reducing route operating costs by 10-25%.  To date, Appian has installations at nearly 800 client sites. For more information please visit www.appianlogistics.com.

Contact: Nina Ellison, Marketing Manager, 1-800-893-1250 X112 or marketing@appianlogistics.com

About Food Logistics
Food Logistics is a B2B publication serving the information needs of food, beverage and consumer packaged goods executives involved in warehousing, transportation and information technology, as well as third-party and refrigerated service providers. Through our print and online products, we provide news; trends and best practices that help more than 20,000 grocery and foodservice suppliers, distributors and retailers make better business decisions. On the web at www.foodlogistics.com.

Food Logistics and Foodlogistics.com are published by business-to-business media leader Cygnus Business Media. The company reaches nearly 15 million business owners, executives and professionals annually through its portfolio of over 175 media products. Cygnus Business Media’s leading business publications, tradeshows, conferences, websites, online products and custom marketing capabilities enhance brand identity, generate sales leads, and build product awareness as they strengthen customer/client relationships. For more information on how Cygnus Business Media can help you achieve your advertising and marketing objectives, visit www.cygnusb2b.com.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

8 of Top 10 Dedicated Contract Carriers in the U.S. Use Direct Route.

Oklahoma City, OK – September 26, 2007 – 8 of the top 10 Dedicated Contract Carriers in the U.S. (as listed by the 2007 Transport Topics national survey) use Appian’s software products for route design, bid analysis, and daily operations.  Like so many other Appian customers, they report not only efficiencies in developing and managing routes, but lower costs, improved service, and greater driver retention.

Each of the carriers recognized developed a streamlined process to go quickly from customer service needs to effective and efficient routes.  These companies not only emphasize the importance of optimizing routes and improving fleet management but have developed ways to offer drivers a better solution to make their jobs easier.  Like Appian customers in all industries they are experiencing the same results . . . more efficient and effective routes leading to higher client satisfaction, and better customer service for their clients’ customers.

Appian’s software suite offers route design options that allow companies to customize routes by using the same data set to create different scenarios.  It takes into consideration DOT regulations, highlights special requirements, and offers versatility to allow for last minute changes while keeping all routes geographically organized. The software is designed to analyze load capacity, fleet size, hours of operations, and offers a myriad of variables that the user can control.

“The ease of use, powerful algorithms, and low price makes it an attractive offering” said Appian President Mike Kositzky in a recent interview.

Direct Route lowers the number of miles driven to accomplish deliveries.  It reduces the number of trucks in the fleet and improves control over operations.  It cuts the time it takes to create routes and is rules driven to make sure conditions such as delivery time windows and equipment constraints are met.  The average Return on Investment on new Direct Route installations is under 6 months, according to current users.

About Appian Logistics Software, Inc.:

Founded in 1987, Appian Logistics Software is acknowledged as an industry leader in providing solutions that work for transportation companies and has been recognized as one of the top 100 Logistics and Supply Chain software providers. Appian’s success is driven by consistently reducing client’s planning time by 70-90% and reducing route operating costs by 10-25%.  To date, Appian has installations at nearly 800 client sites. For more information please visit www.appianlogistics.com.

Contact: Nina Ellison, Marketing Manager, 1-800-893-1250 X112 or marketing@appianlogistics.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Cardinal Logistics Management Corporation - Technology Investment Ensures Final Mile Delivery Success!

Oklahoma City, OK – June 8, 2007 – Cardinal Logistics Management Corporation (Cardinal) a leader in third-party logistics (3PL) and the transportation industry has once again revolutionized the industry with innovative processes to guarantee customer success.  Since its beginning in 1997, Cardinal has blazed the trail in providing tools and services that equip its customers with state-of-the-art technology to maximize efficiency.   

In recent years, Cardinal has experienced substantial growth in an area that many others in the transportation industry often steer clear of - final mile delivery.  Cardinal is one of the largest providers of final mile delivery services in the United States.  This service moves product along the final mile of the supply chain from the retailer’s warehouse or store shelves delivering directly to a consumers’ home. 

Retail industry leaders   Office Depot, KraftMaid Cabinetry, and IKEA utilize Cardinal’s services as well as many others. Cardinal not only delivers household products but also offers inside installation and product set-up.  With a dedicated fleet of more than 1,800 tractors and trucks, Cardinal ensures both delivery and set-up are on time.

After researching the software industry for a best of breed solution, Cardinal determined Appian Logistics’ Software suite was the most comprehensive set of products to match their needs.  According to Tim Johnson – Cardinal Information Systems Director - Operations/Sales Support, “Appian’s Direct Route offered Cardinal an almost infinite amount of flexibility and versatility to handle analytical design and proved ideal for operational deployment.  Direct Route was easy to deploy and within six days of installation our staff was trained well enough to generate positive results.  We have completed our first deployment into field operations and are very excited about how this will help drive even more value for our customers.” 

Appian’s President Mike Kositzky added, “When forward looking companies like Cardinal invest in technology to help distinguish themselves and provide a more competitive advantage to their customers it makes a statement about their commitment to the market.   At Appian Logistics we have focused on putting together a suite of products that work well for the 3PL providers.  These guys are the experts so you know they have done their homework. When they choose our products over other offerings in the market it definitely provides a sense of satisfaction for a job well done.  We look forward to the unique aspect that Cardinal brings to our client-base and wish them years of continued success!”

About Cardinal Logistics Management

Cardinal Logistics Management Corporation (Cardinal) is one of the fastest growing third-party logistics providers in the country. Cardinal offers a comprehensive range of tools and services including asset-based dedicated contract carriage services, home and jobsite delivery services, warehousing/inventory management, Cardinal Technology TM & Consulting, supply chain modeling and logistics management. Solutions are highly customizable and may include dedicated equipment, drivers, contractors, management and technology for the exclusive use of that customer. Headquartered in Concord, NC, Cardinal customers include some of the nation’s leading retailers and manufacturers including: The Home Depot, Office Depot, KraftMaid Cabinetry, Mill’s Pride, CHEP, Turf Care Supply Corporation and more. For more information about Cardinal, please visit www.cardlog.com.

About Appian Logistics Software:

Originating in 1987, Appian Logistics Software has years of experience and expertise in implementing solutions with companies looking to streamline operations and reduce costs. Appian Logistics Software is acknowledged as an industry leader in providing solutions that work for transportation companies and has been recognized as one of the top 100 Logistics and Supply Chain software providers.  Appian’s success is driven by consistently reducing client’s planning time by 70-90% and reducing route operating costs by 10-25%.  To date, Appian has installations at over 700 client sites.  For more information about Appian, please visit www.appianlogistics.com.

Contact: Nina Ellison, Marketing Manager, 1-800-893-1250 X112 or marketing@appianlogistics.com