Forward With Kriete - Logical & Packaging Logistics

Logical & Packaging Logistics / Hino Trucks

The dream is free, but the hustle is sold separately. Rodney Hernandez, owner of Logical and Packaging Logistics, turned a discovery – old wooden shipping pallets people discarded without a second thought – into a side hustle by collecting those pallets and restoring them in his garage. With a little grit and a lot of grind, Rodney turned this side hustle into a full time business. Logical and Packaging Logistics, now a thriving supply chain procurement business, is on a mission to enhance supply chain efficiency through logistics consolidation. From pallets and crates to cardboard and shipping supplies, the goal of Logical and Packaging Logistics is to streamline the entire process and optimize supply chain operations, leading to increased efficiency and reduced operating costs for their customers.

“Our goal is to streamline the supply chain all in one. Everything that we make, we reinvest almost all of it back into the business with trucks, trailers, equipment to help us grow.”

RODNEY HERNANDEZ, OWNER OF LOGICAL & PACKAGING LOGISTICS

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Rodney loves what he does – so much so that he’s known as Mr. Hustle (just take a look at his license plate). In order to turn this side hustle into a full-service logistics solution, Rodney partners with Kriete Truck Centers. Kriete, offering premium truck brands like Mack, Volvo, Hino, and Autocar, became Rodney’s go-to partner for his equipment because of the quality of their trucks and a shared dedication not to stop until the customer is happy.

“I appreciate the partnership with Kriete because the trucks are super solid compared to other companies we've bought from. The HINO trucks fire right up in the cold. They are reliable, just great all around.”

WORKING SMARTER, NOT HARDER

At the heart of Logical and Packaging Logistics’ operations are medium-duty trucks from the HINO L Series. These trucks are the backbone of Rodney’s fleet, ensuring the smooth movement and delivery of customer cargo.

With features tailored for both drivers and businesses, HINO trucks stand out in the market. The HINO L Series trucks offer a compelling combination of features that make them a preferred choice for businesses seeking reliability and top performance. Renowned for their durability, these trucks are built to withstand the demands of rigorous operations, ensuring long-lasting and dependable performance. Hernandez chooses HINO for their dependability in cold winter environments and lower maintenance costs. Safety takes center stage with enhanced features designed to protect both drivers and cargo, promoting a secure transportation environment.

Hernandez has plans to grow, and feedback from his drivers and supply chain manager is crucial. He emphasizes the importance of hearing his team’s feedback on operating efficiently and fosters a team atmosphere where anyone can share their insights.

Looking to the future, Hernandez aims to add more trucks to the fleet. The partnership with Kriete not only provides Logical Packaging and Logistics with additional solutions to meet its growing needs but also offers appreciated communication and dedication to helping the business grow.

“Kriete is a very dependable company and we enjoy working with them. Every other week they come in and see how we're doing. They're committed and it has helped us grow.”

DANIEL VILLAFUERTE – SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER AT LOGICAL & PACKAGING LOGISTICS

It’s not just truck features that make Kriete Truck Centers a preferred partner for Logical and Packaging Logistics; it’s also a shared focus on quality service and a dedication to not stopping until the customer is satisfied. As Logical and Packaging Logistics has grown from a side hustle into a medium-sized supply chain company, Rodney’s commitment to enhancing his operations has never wavered. By maintaining partnerships like the one with Kriete Truck Centers, Rodney has proven that the right collaborations and the “hustle” mindset are pivotal to his success.

After all, “If it wasn’t for the vehicles, these products wouldn’t be able to ship out. It’s a good partnership. Everything that goes on around here revolves around that.”

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