Harvey Software, a leading provider of multiple carrier shipping software solutions for businesses of all sizes, took a look at the way it used energy and decided to make some changes.

The first thing they changed is the lightning, they replaced all their lights. The staff was rearranged for more efficiency. The company upgraded to more energy efficient equipment.

The moves helped Harvey Software reduce the amount of electricity it uses by nearly 50 percent, it announced Wednesday. Now the company wants to find ways its shipping software can help environmental companies practice green logistics.

Harvey makes Computerized Parcel System (CPS) software, which helps customers calculate the most cost-effective means of shipping. Harvey said customers can use the software to control the environmental impact of shipping, such as correcting wrong addresses to ensure a package goes to the right address. Users can also choose mode of transportation, such as ground shipping.

The company began making its products, marketing materials and documentation available only through the Internet, which slashed the amount of paper needed and saved money in distribution costs.

Dimitri Delbeke
Source: Greenbiz.com
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