Dedicated Logistics

Nordstrom Distribution Center is a subsidiary of Nordstrom. Seattle-based Nordstrom is one of the United States leading fashion retailers that offers a selection of shoes, clothing and accessories for men, women and children in well-known national brands and lines exclusive to Nordstrom. Nordstrom maintains more than 150 United States stores, located in nearly 30 states. Established in 1901 as a shoe store in Seattle, the company operates more than 95 full-line stores, nearly 50 Nordstrom Racks, five Faconnable boutiques, one freestanding shoe store and two clearance stores. Additionally, it operates more than 30 international Faconnable boutiques, primarily in Europe. It also serves customers through its online Web site and through its direct mail catalogs. Nordstrom Distribution Center maintains a location in Dubuque, Iowa.

Boise Cascade is a privately owned company that provides wood products to a building materials distribution network throughout the United States. The company manufactures engineered wood products, plywood, lumber and particleboards, as well as distributes building materials. It also manufactures a range of specialty and premium papers, including printing and converting papers, containerboards and corrugated boxes. The company sells adhesive sealants, concrete products, fasteners, vents, framing accessories, gypsum boards, locks, and insulating and roofing products. It works in association with various suppliers, including Fortifiber Building Systems Group, Owens Corning, Tree Island Industries, Weiser Lock, Atlas Roofing and James Hardie. Boise Cascade maintains a location in Rochelle, Ill.

Founded in 1934, Standard Forwarding Company offers a range of transportation and trucking services. It maintains a fleet of more than 250 tractors and over 750 trailers. The company provides less-than-truckload services throughout Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Standard Forwarding Company administers a fast forwarding program, as well as offers volume shipment and delivery solutions. The company also operates a store that provides a variety of polo shirts and caps. It has received 2008 Logistics Supplier of the Year award from Deere & Company Supply Management. In addition, Standard Forwarding Company works in partnership with Midland Information Resources.