Axis Global Logistics & USO2GO Kits

How It Works
Axis Global utilizes the Cadence Fulfillment system from Cadre Technologies to manage the entire process. Cadence is a real-time logistics system that integrates order capture, warehouse management and parcel shipping.

Axis Global utilizes Cadence for receiving inbound freight, putaway and inventory updates. The company assists in purchasing items on behalf of the USO at cost effective prices. The Cadence purchase order application manages inbound PO activity and Axis transports the shipments of product from suppliers to the Axis Global warehouse, providing an end-to-end supply chain solution.

When a service member requests a USO2GO kit for a service unit (battalion, company, etc.) the approved order is entered into Cadence via the system’s order management module. Orders are sent to the Cadence Warehouse Management system where they are processed in picking waves by warehouse managers. Order waves are scheduled and picked on a first in, first out priority. Once picked and packaged, the kits are sent to the warehouse shipping lanes. The system’s parcel management shipping system is integrated with USPS parcel services.

Compliant shipping labels are applied for successful deployment to APO locations and logistics delivery overseas.

A big part of the service is reporting the value of orders, where orders are sent, and inventory value. Electronic products are tracked by serial number. Food items are managed with manufacturer lot number and date codes to optimize use of product within expiration dates. The Cadence system creates reports by expiration dates so that inventories are used within the expiration dates. Axis Global receives between 500 to 700 pallets of USO inventory every month. This is from 92 purchase orders containing 1217 PO lines which total nearly 4 million pieces.

“Time does seem to be our enemy over here and the countdown continues until we do get home. And this greatly helps span the time.” ‐ From a Sergeant First Class who recently received a USO2GO package.

Axis Global receives between 500 to 700 pallets of USO inventory every month. This is from 92 purchase orders containing 1217 PO lines which total nearly 4 million pieces.

To view a video of the USO2GO program:
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About the USO and USO2GO
The USO (United Service Organizations) lifts the spirits of America’s troops and their families millions of times each year at hundreds of places worldwide. We provide a touch of home through centers at airports and military bases in the U.S. and abroad, top quality entertainment and innovative programs and services. We also provide critical support to those who need us most, including forward-deployed troops, military families, wounded warriors and their families and the families of the fallen. USO2GO is one of the many ways that the USO fulfills its mission to lift the spirits of U.S. troops and their families. For more information and to sponsor USO2GO, visit: USO2GO’s site.

The USO is a private, nonprofit organization, not a government agency. All our programs and services are made possible by the American people, support of our corporate partners and the dedication of our volunteers and staff. In addition to individual donors and corporate sponsors, the USO is supported by President’s Circle Partners: American Airlines, AT&T, Clear Channel, The Coca-Cola Company, JCPenney, Kangaroo Express, Kroger, Lowe’s, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Procter & Gamble, and TriWest Healthcare Alliance and Worldwide Strategic Partners: BAE Systems, The Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin, Microsoft Corporation and TKS Telepost Kabel-Service Kaiserslautern GmbH & Co. KG. We are also supported through the United Way and Combined Federal Campaign (CFC-11381). To join us in this patriotic mission, and to learn more about the USO, please visit USO.

About Axis Global Logistics
Headquartered in Maspeth, New York, Axis Global Logistics designs and implements supply chain solutions for companies in a variety of industries. Axis specializes in sensitive, time critical shipments that require a high-degree of personal service. The company has a National Fulfillment Center in New Jersey and distribution and warehouse facilities at strategic locations across the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia—along with more than 800 Axis agents worldwide. Axis Global Logistics is a contributing sponsor for the USO2GO program.

About Cadre Technologies
Cadre Technologies is a leading innovator of software for fulfillment and logistics operations, including order management, warehouse management, transportation management and activity billing. The company is based in Denver, Colorado with offices in Lenexa, Kansas and Maryland. For more information regarding Cadre Technologies, visit Cadre’s website.