1 + 1 = $1.2 Billion
The objective is to do what is best for end-users, whether products are internally manufactured or outsourced, while allowing them to focus on their core businesses and save money. "With this acquisition, we are far more nimble than anyone else, and we intend to execute our plan with a full measure of vigor and integrity," continued Mosher.
The recently launched Relizon Idea Center in Columbus, Ohio, is the first of five or six facilities helping to support outsourcing strategies. "Again, logistics is the key to an end-to-end solution that includes first-class, state-of-the-art warehousing, distribution, pick-and-pack, shipping, digital print and print on demand," explained Mosher.
Everyone's a Winner
In addition, Mosher envisions the combined companies' sourcing engine generating more than half a billion dollars for other manufacturers in the independent supply chain. He emphasized that there will always be demand for products that will not fit his company's manufacturing network, such as very unique labels, high-end specialized direct mail pieces and magazine-quality printing.
"We have no desire to keep buying manufacturing equipment when it would be better to outsource," Mosher said. He went on to explain, "I believe Workflow Management, with its portfolio of companies, including Relizon, will be in the best position to supply independents with constant, reliable work. Preferred independents who do a good job for us will have more business than ever before. The industry struggles so much for growth and margin; I want this to be a company that thrives through those two factors."
His decision to purchase Relizon was driven by the complementary strengths the organizations share. "Both companies enjoy market-leading customer satisfaction, as well as market share and service capabilities in several growing vertical markets, including financial services, retail, health-care, government, non-profits and sports," observed Mosher.
Both companies have also invested heavily in proprietary information technology. Mosher said within the next year WorkflowOne will launch innovative IT services and software built around a series of independent systems that can be integrated to support and manage the entire business document communications life cycle. Users will be able to manage digital assests, orders, inventory and warehousing. "Our clients, suppliers and employees will work together in a seamless, transparent environment," Mosher said.





