Norcross, Georgia-based Unisource Worldwide—a leading distributors of paper, packaging and facility supplies in North America—announced the launch of its uADVANTAGE solution, targeted primarily at the corporate end-user market. The uADVANTAGE client-managed procurement solution provides corporations with the capabilities to organize and manage total paper volume, create brand standards and partner with paper manufacturers. In addition, the uADVANTAGE solution brings visibility and control to print and paper procurement, a significant cost category, while producing substantial bottom-line savings. “Our strong partnerships and powerful network of mill relationships provide the broadest possible access for corporate purchasers looking to develop contacts with leading paper manufacturers from around the world,”
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Headquartered in Norcross, Ga., Unisource Worldwide—a leading distributor of paper, packaging and facility supplies—announced plans to offer the NewPage coated digital product line in all markets in the United States. This new lineup includes the complete offering of Futura Laser, Sterling Ultra Digital, Sterling Ultra Digital for HP Indigo, and Productolith Pts. Digital. The NewPage Digital franchise provides excellent value and includes products that run on virtually all of today’s digital printing equipment, including HP Indigo, Kodak Nexpress and Xerox iGen equipment. These NewPage Digital precision-cut products also meet Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) and the Program for
Unisource Worldwide, Norcross, Ga., has named Garth Geist as vice president of marketing of the company’s uncoated papers division. He will report to Newell Holt, president of the paper division. Geist will be responsible for the marketing and sourcing of all uncoated and specialty papers. “I am excited Garth will be leading our uncoated papers marketing efforts. His dedication, as well as his knowledge of our products and customer segments, will serve him well in his new role,” said Holt. “During Garth’s 17 years in the industry, he has been actively involved with many trade associations and has led the introduction of many
Unisource Worldwide, Norcross, Ga., named Garth Geist vice president, marketing–uncoated papers. In this position, Geist is responsible for the marketing and sourcing of all uncoated and specialty papers for Unisource. “Garth’s dedication, as well as his knowledge of our products and customer segments, will serve him well in his new role,” said Newell Holt, president. “During Garth’s 17 years in the paper industry, he has been actively involved with many trade associations and has led the introduction of many new products in the marketplace. His experience working with various customer segments will help Unisource take our marketing strategy to the next level.” Geist joined Unisource in 2004,
Unisource Worldwide Sells Florida Manufacturing Facility Unisource Worldwide, Norcross, Ga., one of the leading distributors of paper, packaging and facility supplies in North America, announced that it has reached an agreement to sell its converting and manufacturing facility in Jacksonville, Fla., to Cardinal UniJax, a facility that converts envelopes and manufactures plastic straws. "The sale of this facility is consistent with our strategy to focus on our core distribution businesses in paper, facility supplies and packaging," said Al Dragone, CEO of Unisource Worldwide. The transaction was completed on March 3. The terms of the agreement were not announced. For more
