Denso Invests $10mn in Indiana distribution centre

This week, Denso, the world’s second-largest mobility supplier, is opening a new distribution center in Jeffersonville, Indiana. The facility will advance the company’s North America distribution optimization strategy, helping to reduce transit times and enhance operations, including management, control and execution.

The facility is expected to be fully operational by Summer 2019, and leverage IoT technologies and new safety initiatives to improve the service Desno provides.

The company is investing approximately US$10mn to lease and equip the new center in Jeffersonville. $3mn is earmarked for the purchase of technology, such as warehouse management software to control inventory, optimize supply chain management and enhance customer service. Hiring is underway to add up to 50 new full-time jobs, including warehouse, management and administrative positions.