Plantronics, Inc. (NYSE: PLT) announced today that Plantronics Mexico
(PLAMEX), its internationally acclaimed manufacturing facility in
Tijuana, Mexico, won Mexico’s 2009 National Logistics Award in the big
industrial category (more than 250 employees). Mexico’s National
Logistics award is granted to organizations that have implemented best
logistics practices to boost competitiveness through improved customer
satisfaction, supply chain innovation, human resources development and
care for the environment.
Plantronics Mexico was selected among more than 160 companies by a
technical committee that included representation from Mexico’s Secretary
of Economy, the Industrial and Education sector and Logistics chamber.
PLAMEX was recognized for its world class human resources development
programs and advanced logistics practices that have improved the
company’s competitiveness.
“Being recognized with this award in such a highly competitive field,
and during a very tough economic climate, truly reinforces the
outstanding accomplishments and commitment of all our associates at
PLAMEX,” said Alejandro Bustamante, president of PLAMEX.
PLAMEX — A Legacy of Excellence
Plantronics Mexico associates enjoy an environment that promotes a
continuous process of innovation and creativity and are trained to
prevent problems by proposing solutions to any potential risks they
identify. Everyone contributes to quality processes to increase customer
satisfaction, minimize rework, reduce cost, maintain production output,
and uphold product excellence.
Plantronics Mexico is certified in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, CTPAT, FAST,
PAPS, DOT and CHP. PLAMEX has received numerous awards and commendations
for its excellence in environmental matters, community work, customer
satisfaction, and work safety. Previous awards include the Mexico
Quality, Mexico Export, Mexico Technology and Mexico Labor awards; the
Federal Ministry of Labor’s Safe Industry Certificate; PROFEPA’s Clean
Industry Certificate; the PROFEPA/CNIME Environmental Award
(EPA/National Maquiladora Council); the 2005 Asia-Pacific International
Quality Award; the 2005 Iberoamerican Quality Award; the 2005 Century
International Quality Era Award; and the 2008 Latin American Quality
award.
About Plantronics
In 1969, a Plantronics headset carried the historic first words from the
moon: “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” Since
then, Plantronics has become the headset of choice for mission-critical
applications such as air traffic control, 911 dispatch and the New York
Stock Exchange. Today, this history of innovation is the basis for every
audio product we build for the office, contact center, personal mobile,
entertainment and residential markets. The Plantronics family of brands
includes Plantronics, Altec Lansing and Clarity. For more information,
go to www.plantronics.com
or call (800) 544-4660.
Altec Lansing, Clarity, Plantronics, and Sound Innovation are trademarks
or registered trademarks of Plantronics, Inc. All other trademarks are
the property of their respective owners.
