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Titan Global DistributionBringing New Lusterto Boston HarborThere’s a new jewel on the Boston waterfront,a luxury development with two Manager James Gibson oversaw the work toking and double rooms and 26 suites. Project22-story towers gemmed in mirrored glass. ensure each room’s appointments would beBesides 130 posh condominiums, it houses the perfectly placed.elegant InterContinental Boston Hotel–424 “We installed artwork, mirrors, entry consoles,guest rooms and all the upscale amenities you and headboards that incorporated pre-installedwould expect from the flagship brand of hospitalitygiant InterContinental Hotels Group. contents of 75 trailers and 25 straight trucks.”artwork,” says James. “All told, we placed theIn making the hotel ready for occupancy, Personal Movers, located in Billerica,InterContinental engaged Titan GlobalMassachusetts (780), provided theDistribution for a key logistics solution.warehousing and transportation services thatDrawing on the resources of the Atlas agent kept the materials moving in a steady streamnetwork, plus local carpenters and laborers to the job.unions, Titan orchestrated a plan to efficiently “We received materials from vendors all overfurnish guest rooms.the country and from Canada,” says SharonTitan installation experts started last April, Pellerin, Customer Service Coordinator withemploying day and night shifts to furnish 398 Personal Movers. Storing the more than 650,000pounds required 30,000 square feet of warehousespace. Due to the high-end quality of furniture,special care was needed while handling andstoring the product.Warehouse Manager Mike Burnett workedwith James to ensure shipments were organizedfor the most efficient off-loading at the job.Shifting deadlines and occasional surprises keptthe Personal Movers team on its toes.“Mike and his team were amazingly flexible,”says James. “There were a few unexpectedchallenges along the way, but they camethrough every time.”“This was a great experience for us,” saysSharon. “It was especially enjoyable to work withTitan...they really know what they’re doing.”“We had not worked with Personal Moversbefore, but their capabilities were a good fit,”says Titan Director of Installations Bill Dickerson.“They did an outstanding job.”Titan Global Distribution supplied a logisticssolution for furnishing guest rooms in the newInterContinental Boston.The hotel sits on what isbelieved to be the site of the famous Boston TeaParty. Construction, which began in May 2004,represented an engineering feat: building aroundthe vents of Boston’s “Big Dig,” a major subterraneantraffic artery.Titan Hosts Open HouseWelcomes Guests to New OfficesCapping a recent transformation to a new identity andrelocation to a new facility, Titan Global Distributionwelcomed guests to a housewarming at its new officeson Sunday, February 25. Titan’s cordial staff greetedcustomers, vendors, and members of Atlas seniormanagement with hors d’oeuvres, refreshments, andtours of the new facility. The smartly appointed newsuite is located at 1100 Corporate Square, in an upscaleoffice park in the West County area of St. Louis.“Our new workspace, like our new identity, aligns ourcompany’s image more closely with Atlas and our sistercompanies,” says Titan President and COO Dan Kelly.“Our location, too, projects the kind of corporatepresence consistent with our customers’ expectations.”The event also marked an important milestone for theAtlas subsidiary. “We became an Atlas company onFebruary 26, 2004,” says Dan. “This was an ideal occasionto celebrate our mutual success over the last three years.”Titan’s new facility brings several advantages. Thebuilding’s updated systems are supported on site toensure they stay at peak efficiency. Attractive landscapingfeatures areas for employees to lunch outdoors and walkthe grounds. Perhaps best of all, the company developeda completely new interior plan. The Reach System, anadvanced ergonomic furnishings concept, better servesthe way that the Titan staff works.“This system gives us the space we require and helpseveryone stay alert and refreshed throughout the day,” says Dan.Each workstation is equipped with a 19" flat-screen monitoron an adjustable arm to maximize work surface space.Negative-tilt keyboard trays minimize wrist tension andare height-adjustable to offer optimum vertical movement.Factory-adjusted Human Scale chairs provide seatingcustomized to each individual’s height and weight. Computercaddies store the tower inconspicuously beneath the worksurface but allow easy access for maintenance.“Our overall layout is not only better for us, it’s muchmore comfortable for guests,” says Dan. “We look forwardto welcoming our clients, and we invite you to drop in whenyou are in the St. Louis area.”Employees, clientsand friends of TitanGlobal Distributioncelebrate thecompany’s relocationto new offices withan open house.Above:Atlas President andCOO Glen Dunkerson.Titan President andCOO Dan Kelly, andAtlas Sr.Vice Presidentand Chief MarketingOfficer Greg Hooverenjoy the occasion.22 Atlas Amplifier • Summer 2007Atlas Amplifier • Summer 2007 23