VAUGHAN, Ontario – J.D. Smith and Sons Ltd., a leader in transportation and third-party logistics, today announced it has been awarded Hewlett Packard’s first ever Transportation Supplier of the Year Award for 2005.

HP initiated the award to establish a benchmark and to recognize suppliers who provide exemplary service, says John Hurst, Manager for Logistics and Operations, HP Canada.
“It is critical that we maintain our reputation as a provider of high-quality products, and so we have stringent requirements placed on our suppliers. J.D. Smith has been an extremely reliable performer for several years, so I’m pleased they are the initial recipient of this award,” John said.
J.D. Smith handles HP Canada’s transportation needs for Ontario, primarily in the Greater Toronto Area, which presents the toughest traffic and logistic challenges in the country.
“Their on-time capabilities, negligible incidents of lost or damage goods and ability to respond quickly to problems and establish solutions exceeded our expectations,” continues John. “They are very customer-focused, from the dispatcher to top management.”

Said Scott Smith, President of J.D. Smith, “We are very excited about receiving this recognition. It’s a credit to our investment in leading-edge processes and to our employees who work extremely hard to please our customers. I am particularly proud of our people. The bar is constantly being raised and they continue to rise to the challenge.”

Founded in 1919, J.D. Smith and Sons Ltd. offers a unique blend of integrated third-party distribution and logistic services that combine the pride of a family-owned company with leading-edge technology. Its infrastructure includes a network of modern warehousing facilities, an extensive, well-maintained fleet, and state-of-the-art I.T. systems. The company’s unwavering commitment to customer service and its creative and innovation solutions have helped to establish long-term relationships and provide clients with a competitive advantage.