VAI’s Gary Barter Named to the 2019 Food Logistics Champions: Rock Stars of the Supply Chain

Ronkonkoma, N.Y. – March 18, 2019 - VAI, a leading ERP software developer, announced that Food Logistics, the only publication exclusively dedicated to covering the movement of product through the global food supply chain, has named Gary Barter to its 2019 Food Logistics Champions: Rock Stars of the Supply Chain award. 

The Food Logistics Champions: Rock Stars of the Supply Chain recognizes influential individuals in the industry whose achievements, hard work, and vision have shaped and attained milestones in safety, efficiency, productivity, and innovation through the global food supply chain. From early pioneers and entrepreneurs to non-conformist thinkers and executive standouts, this award aims to honor these leaders and their contributions to our industry.

“Our 2019 Food Logistics Champions: Rock Stars of the Supply Chain reflects the expanding diversity that is emerging in our industry, both in terms of demographics and talent,” remarks Lara L. Sowinski, editorial director, Food Logistics. “The combination of experience and wisdom complemented with a new generation of professionals is resulting in a food and beverage supply chain that is in sync with consumers’ demands while simultaneously adept and staying ahead of the logistical requirements.”

“Over the years I have had the opportunity to work with numerous food companies, and I have observed that there are many things that these businesses have in common in running their daily operations, in addition to having their own uniqueness,” said Gary Barter, project director, food division, VAI. “Having a flexible ERP system in place such as S2K Enterprise for Food can go a long way in ensuring a company succeeds and thrives well ahead of the competition. We work in close partnership with our customers long after implementation, hand-in-hand, to ensure we are moving forward together with technology leading the way.”

Recipients of this year’s 2019 Food Logistics Champions: Rock Stars of the Supply Chain award will be profiled in the March 2019 issue of Food Logistics, as well as online at www.foodlogistics.com.

About Food Logistics

Food Logistics is published by AC Business Media, a business-to-business media company that provides targeted content and comprehensive, integrated advertising and promotion opportunities for some of the world’s most recognized B2B brands. Its diverse portfolio serves the construction, logistics, supply chain and other industries with print, digital and custom products, events and social media.

About VAI

VAI is a leading independent mid-market ERP software developer renowned for its flexible solutions and ability to automate critical business functions for the distribution, manufacturing, retail, and service sectors. VAI's software solutions are backed by a wealth of experience and a reputation for excellence that countless companies rely on. With specific ERP solutions for Hard Goods, Food, and Pharmaceutical companies, VAI has helped some of the most recognized companies address key industry requirements and deliver bottom-line results. VAI continues to innovate with new solutions that leverage analytics, business intelligence, mobility, and cloud technology to help customers make more informed business decisions and empower their mobile workforce. VAI is headquartered in Ronkonkoma, NY, with branch offices located in Florida, Illinois, and California. For more information, visit www.vai.net, follow @VAISoftware on Twitter, vai_software on Instagram, and “like us” on facebook.com/VAISoftware.