INDIANAPOLIS, Nov. 14, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brightpoint, Inc. (Nasdaq:CELL) today announced that it has once again received the prestigious Green Supply Chain Award from Supply & Demand Chain Executive magazine, the executive's user manual for successful supply and demand chain transformation.
The 2011 Green Supply Chain Awards honor companies that are working to achieve measurable sustainability goals within their own operations and/or supply chains in the areas of sourcing/procurement, fulfillment/logistics, operations, product lifecycle management, and other areas of the supply chain. The awards also recognize providers of supply chain solutions and services that are assisting their customers in achieving measurable sustainability goals.
"Leading companies like Brightpoint are recognizing sustainability as a potential competitive advantage in a time of supply constraints and demand volatility," said Barry Hochfelder, Editor, Supply & Demand Chain Executive. "Our readers are corporate executives and line-of-business leaders who want to know about the supply chain solution and service providers that are enabling supply chain sustainability. Our team is pleased to be able to include Brightpoint as an enabler in our 2011 Green Supply Chain Awards."
"Brightpoint is pleased to be recognized for our sustainability initiatives and our efforts in the areas of wireless device repair, refurbish and recycle," said Brightpoint Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer Robert J. Laikin. "This award is very important to us, as it reinforces our commitment to our customers, community and environment."
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About Brightpoint, Inc.
Brightpoint, Inc. (Nasdaq:CELL) is a global leader in providing end-to-end supply chain solutions to leading stakeholders in the wireless industry. In 2010, Brightpoint handled approximately 99 million wireless devices globally. Brightpoint's innovative services include distribution channel management, procurement, inventory management, repair services and reverse logistics, software loading, kitting and customized packaging, fulfillment, product customization, eBusiness solutions, and other outsourced services that integrate seamlessly with its customers. Brightpoint's effective and efficient platform allows its customers to benefit from quickly deployed, flexible, and cost effective solutions. Brightpoint has approximately 4,000 employees, as well as a significant number of temporary staff, and a global footprint covering more than 35 countries, including 13 Latin American countries through its investment in Intcomex, Inc. In 2010, Brightpoint generated revenue of $3.6 billion. Brightpoint provides distribution and customized services to over 25,000 B2B customers worldwide. Additional information about Brightpoint can be found on its website at www.brightpoint.com, or by calling its toll-free Information and Investor Relations line at 877-IIR-CELL (877-447-2355).