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SupplyChainBrain Names Open Sky Group Among 100 Great Supply Chain Partners for 12th Time

Nominations from Clients Drive Selection Process, Attesting to High Satisfaction Performance by Contracted Suppliers

RALEIGH, N.C. (September 3, 2024) – Open Sky Group, a global leader in supply chain execution solutions, just claimed its twelfth appearance on SupplyChainBrain’s annual list of 100 Great Supply Chain Partners, started by the publication in 2002. All honorees must be nominated by clients to demo “technology, logistics, transportation, or consulting solutions” that have significantly impacted their supply chain efficiency in recent years. Open Sky Group was founded in 2006.

“We are incredibly honored to be included on this year’s list. This recognition underscores our commitment to outstanding client service and reflects our clients’ high level of satisfaction with our work,” said Alan Prillaman, SVP of Client Services, Open Sky Group.

Client testimonials must expound on one or more of 10 characteristics of business performance, including “reliability, service excellence, value, knowledge of the customer’s business, problem-solving skills, an attitude of continuous improvement, solid after-sales support, a positive ‘can-do’ attitude, global reach, and strong leadership.”

As a technology partner, Open Sky Group offers award-winning implementation services, managed services, and advisory consulting services that help global supply chain companies make the most of their warehouse management, transportation management, and labor management system investments.

“Effective end-to-end supply chain management, including the last mile, hinges on seamless coordination and collaboration among partners,” said Ryan Basler, IT Application Specialist, TVS Supply Chain Solutions North America, and a satisfied Open Sky Group client. “Open Sky Group supports us in delivering high-quality service to our customers through continuous improvement facilitated by their upgrades, maintenance, and consulting services for WMS.”

“For twenty-two consecutive years, SupplyChainBrain has published our much-anticipated list of 100 Great Supply Chain Partners — a select group of companies whose customers recognize them for providing outstanding solutions and services,” said Brad Berger, SupplyChainBrain- Publisher. “

Our six-month online poll of supply chain professionals requires a qualified response, asking them to nominate vendors and service providers whose solutions have made a significant impact on their company’s efficiency, customer service and overall supply chain performance. This year’s field of nominees was highly competitive and overall excellent – coming from all areas of supply chain management.”

To review this year’s list of 100 Great Supply Chain Partners, visit SupplyChainBrain online.

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Jeremy’s focus is on the products and services clients need to stay competitive. Open Sky Group’s mission is to deliver technology-enabled solutions that allow our customers to achieve more while having the flexibility to adapt to change. Jeremy lives the core values and mission by bringing the best experience possible to our clients. He is an essential member of implementation teams, working alongside clients, and encouraging them to use innovation and best practices instead of customizations for success.

Jason Yantiss

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Jason provides leadership to a variety of teams focused on implementation and integration. With 27+ years of experience holding operational and technical management roles in transportation, billing, and warehousing across a vast array of industry verticals, Jason is adept at driving multiple complex projects, understanding customer needs at all levels of the operation and providing viable solutions. Jason’s resume of 150+ implementation projects include Warehouse, Labor, Transportation, Yard Management and multiple AR/AP Freight Pay and Customer Billing systems. 

Eric McPherson

Vice President of Client Services

Mac works to oversee implementation and integration projects. A former Marine officer and military police officer, he brings over 27 years of supply chain experience, including 11 years at Blue Yonder in both delivery and service sales. Mac is a dedicated, team-oriented professional with a background in business management, professional services, customer service, and supply chain technology. His specialties include sales support, supply chain execution systems, project management, fulfillment operations, distribution operations, and GSA contracts.

Shannon Caflisch

Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing

Shannon is responsible for the strategy and management of all sales, business development, and marketing programs. With over 25 years of sales experience and 15 years focused in the supply chain space, Shannon focuses on building strong relationships with clients and partners and strives to deliver the right software solutions to help conquer supply chain challenges. Shannon believes in learning by listening to understand clients’ goals, struggles, and what is important to their business to build lasting, successful relationships.

Alan Prillaman

Senior Vice President of Client Services

As Senior VP of Client Services, Alan oversees all consulting services and account management at Open Sky Group. Possessing over 30 years of combined industry and consulting experience, Alan leverages his unique background in IT, logistics, quality management systems, manufacturing and distribution operations, and facility and strategic account management to provide clients with creative resolutions to complex challenges. His core philosophy and passion are to deliver tangible value for and establish long-term trusted partnerships with our clients.

Mike Noble

Senior Vice President of Technology

As Senior Vice President of Technology, Mike leads Open Sky Group’s Managed Services, Software Services, Infrastructure Services, and Information Technology teams bringing 35+ years of experience in Supply Chain Execution and Information Technology. Mike and his teams ensure we maintain the highest levels of customer service in a secure and reliable environment, constantly reviewing and evaluating new technologies, their appropriateness and applicability so we can safely and securely transact our own business – and help our clients accomplish the same.

Chad Kramlich

CEO

Joining Open Sky Group in 2015, Chad, served as Chief Revenue Officer for three years prior to his appointment to CEO in 2022. With over 25 years of experience delivering results for high-growth software and consulting organizations, Chad is leveraging his background in building efficient and effective implementation teams, establishing high-impact services operations, achieving revenue growth, and deepening executive-level client relations to help propel Open Sky Group into a very successful future.

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