Werner Enterprises took an award for the most admired company for the year 2021. It has shown how effective innovation and adaptability can be when practiced in the transport and logistics industry. With the powerful infrastructure that has been developed with experience over decades, Werner continues to forge ahead in providing complete supply chain solutions. The company has not only committed to excellence but has taken a future view so that it can be positioned where new developments are happening in the supply chain marketplace worldwide.

Overcoming Hurdles to Create a Future of Innovations

The first hurdle in building the success story of Werner Enterprises was crossed in 1956 when its founder stated Clarence L. (CL) Werner decided to build a one-truck operation-thus his first effort at starting his trucking enterprise with a single Ford-gasoline powered truck. The Interstate Commerce Act and other early hurdles did not stamp out Werner's desire for maintenance of low costs that ramped it over its immediate competition to building up fleet. By 1970, the company was well established in the trucking industry.

Going forward, the Van Network, boasting a fleet of over 3,000 trucks and an alliance with more than 6,000 carriers, has been one of its main success dimensions. Services offered include regional short hauls, medium and long hauls, and cross-border freight. That way, they ensure that goods are moved from North America to other parts of the world quickly and reliably. With total commitment to customer service and operational excellence, reliability, and flexibility above all else have been engineered into the name Werner Enterprises.

Very Much Focused On Technology and Sustainability    

Innovation has always centered on the core strategy of Werner Enterprises. Investment in cutting-edge technology is directed at improving operations or enhancing customer service. Part of the initiatives leading towards technological transformation in the transportation industry is the Werner EDGE initiative launched in 2020. The EDGE initiative implements various components, including driver safety and performance enhancement, and real-time load management. With EDGE Connect, a telematics solution based on a tablet, the cloud-based infrastructure, and many others, Werner has reached out to create its strategy as the first industry leader in technology-driven logistics.

While at the same time leaning beyond technology, it also pushes for eco-friendliness. Werner really is pouring in a lot of dollars-hundreds of thousands of dollars-into new fuel-efficient trucks, state-of-the-art trailers, and best practices across its enterprise. It takes considerable investment on the part of Werner to fulfill its commitment to a reduced carbon footprint in fleet and infrastructure.

Leading the Industry in Supply Chain Services

Werner Enterprises provides a very broad range of logistics solutions, from accelerated services, temperature-controlled logistics, intermodal transportation, and delivery services even into the hands of the consumers - an end deliverance of supply chain management. This advantage is complemented by the numerous years of experience the company has in cross-border freight services and brokerage services, which easily allow Werner to offer seamless, global logistics.

As one of the nation’s largest and most successful truckload carriers, Werner's management of transportation is well recognized among the most admired companies of 2021. Werner Enterprises is future-shaping global logistics and defining supply chain excellence through its application of technology, alignment with customer needs, and continuous improvement.

About the Leader

Daragh P. Mahon, Executive Vice President & CIO  of Werner Enterprises, has been a pivotal figure in driving the company’s IT strategy and innovation since joining in June 2020. With over 20 years of experience in IT and strategic leadership, Mahon has previously served as Senior Vice President of Global IT and Business Applications at Vonage. His expertise has been instrumental in advancing Werner’s technology initiatives and positioning the company for future success.

 “At Werneer Enterprises, it is about embracing innovation is not just about keeping up with the times—it's about setting the pace and driving the future of logistics."