Bonded Pac, Contract Packaging Division of Bonded Logistics, Achieves ISO 9001:2015 Certification

Successful quality management systems audit by MCNA shows 3PL’s broad acceptance of 9001:2015 Standard

CHARLOTTE, NC (May 28, 2020) – Bonded Logistics, a quality-driven third-party logistics (3PL) provider headquartered in Charlotte, NC, announces that it’s contract packaging division, Bonded Pac, has achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification.  In addition, ISO certification was maintained at all other Bonded Logistics’ locations after a surveillance audit by Management Certification of North America (MCNA).

“I am extremely proud of the team at Bonded Pac for achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification,” states Scott Carr, Owner and President of Bonded Logistics.  “This is a big accomplishment for them as their business is so unique and a lot had to be covered.  Thank you to each and every one of our team members that were involved in this process.  We see ISO as vital to how we run our business so that we can meet or exceed our clients’ needs.”

The International Organization for Standards (ISO) provides guidance and tools across various aspects of quality management to help companies like Bonded Logistics be more efficient and effective. The ISO 9001:2015 Standard, in particular, focuses on performance and requires companies to clearly understand their role by combining process approach with risk-based thinking in order to deliver quality services consistently to clients.

“I want to thank everyone on my team for all their hard work and preparation,” says Jon Hayward, Vice President of Bonded Pac.  “Because we provide a variety of contract services for a broad range of clients, we have always operated with detailed work instructions and strict quality control procedures.  Having set ISO work procedures is the next step in formalizing and confirming these practices for our clients.”    

The five-day audit by MCNA took place in the first quarter of 2020 and covered four locations, including Bonded Pac. The auditor individually interviewed 25 employees to ensure that their understanding of the work process is what’s in the documented work procedures.  In addition to the scope expansion to included Bonded Pac, the MCNA auditor conducted a surveillance audit of all other Bonded facilities and found them to be in compliance with the 9001:2015 Standard.

“Congratulations to Bonded Pac for attaining the 9001:2015 certification,” states Wallace Everett, who leads ISO efforts as Quality Administrator/Project Manager for Bonded Logistics.  “Preparing them has taken considerable amount of work and effort, but everyone was fully on board to make this happen.  The team performed magnificently in preparation as well as during the audit.”  

The addition of Bonded Pac to Bonded’s ISO 9001:2015 certificate means that all three divisions – warehousing, contract packaging, and transportation – meet this standard as well as 10 of 12 locations across their network. 

A Message Regarding Transition to NC Phase 2 COVID-19 Restrictions

Our President and Owner, Scott Carr, shared the following information with our employees in regards to the announcement from NC Governor Cooper on a transition to Phase 2 COVID-19 restrictions. You can read the full announcement from the Governor here.

The Governor of North Carolina has announced that the state of North Carolina can transition to Phase 2 of easing COVID-19 restrictions beginning today, May 22nd, at 5 PM.  Phase 2 lifts the Stay At Home order moving into a Safer At Home recommendation, especially for people at high risk for serious illness.

Certain businesses will be open at limited capacity with other requirements and recommendations. Mass gathering limits in Phase 2 will be no more than 10 people indoors or 25 people outdoors in most circumstances. Childcare facilities, day camps and overnight camps will be open with enhanced cleaning and screening requirements. Teleworking is also urged when possible. 

Some businesses will remain closed in Phase 2 including: bars; night clubs; gyms and indoor fitness facilities; indoor entertainment venues such as movie theaters, and bowling alleys. 

As with Phase 1, I want everyone to know that entering Phase 2 will not affect our business or operations.  We will continue to follow the same protocols that have been implemented to protect the health and safety of our employees.  Specifically, this includes…

  • Temperature screenings upon entrance into facilities
  • Mandatory face masks and gloves on the warehouse floor
  • Regularly washing/sanitizing hands
  • Frequent cleaning of workstations and any shared equipment
  • Maintain social distancing (six feet of distance)
  • Filling out self-declaration forms
  • Teleworking for non-essential employees
  • Restricting travel-related activities between facilities
  • Limiting the number of people visiting the facilities to essential

As Key Indicators Remain Stable, North Carolina Moves to Safer At Home Phase 2

Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mandy Cohen today announced that North Carolina will move into Safer At Home Phase 2 of lifting COVID-19 restrictions on Friday, May 22 at 5 pm. Read Executive Order No. 141. After two weeks in Phase 1, the state’s overall key indicators remain stable but the continued increases in daily case counts signal a need to take a more modest step forward in Phase 2 than originally envisioned.

“North Carolina is using the data to guide our decisions about when to lift COVID-19 restrictions, and overall our key indicators remain stable,” said Governor Cooper. “Safer At Home Phase 2 is another careful step forward, and we have to continue taking this virus seriously to prevent a dangerous spike in infections.”

Read the entire press release at the link below.

https://governor.nc.gov/news/key-indicators-remain-stable-north-carolina-moves-safer-home-phase-2

A Message Regarding Transition to NC Phase 1 COVID-19 Restrictions

Our President and Owner, Scott Carr, shared the following information with our employees in regards to the announcement from NC Governor Cooper on a transition to Phase 1 COVID-19 restrictions. You can read the full announcement from the Governor here.

The Governor of North Carolina has announced that the state of North Carolina can transition to Phase 1 of easing COVID-19 restrictions beginning today, May 8th, at 5 PM.  According to the Governor, Phase 1 is designed to be a limited easing of restrictions that can boost parts of our economy while keeping important safety rules in place.

Today’s order removes the distinction between essential and non-essential businesses. Retail businesses are allowed to open at 50% capacity and will be required to direct customers to stand 6 feet apart, perform frequent cleanings, provide hand sanitizer when available, screen workers for symptoms and more. The Order allows people to leave their homes for commercial activity at any business that is open.

Certain businesses remain closed, including bars, personal care businesses, entertainment venues, and gyms. Restaurants may only continue to serve customers for drive-through, take-out, and delivery. All workers at retail and other businesses are recommended to wear cloth face coverings. Teleworking is still encouraged for businesses that can practice it.

What I want everyone to know is that entering Phase 1 will not affect our business or operations.  We will continue to follow the same protocols that have been implemented to protect the health and safety of our employees.  Specifically, this includes…

  • Temperature screenings upon entrance into facilities
  • Mandatory face masks and gloves on the warehouse floor
  • Regularly washing/sanitizing hands
  • Frequent cleaning of workstations and any shared equipment
  • Maintain social distancing (six feet of distance)
  • Filling out self-declaration forms
  • Teleworking for non-essential employees
  • Restricting travel-related activities between facilities
  • Limiting the number of people visiting the facilities to essential

Governor Cooper Announces Transition to Phase 1 of Easing Restrictions

Governor Roy Cooper today signed Executive Order No. 138 to modify North Carolina’s Stay At Home order and transition to Phase 1 of slowly easing certain COVID-19 restrictions effective Friday, May 8 at 5 pm. Certain businesses remain closed as the state continues battling COVID-19. 

“COVID-19 is still a serious threat to our state, and Phase 1 is designed to be a limited easing of restrictions that can boost parts of our economy while keeping important safety rules in place,” said Governor Cooper. “This is a careful and deliberate first step, guided by the data, and North Carolinians still must use caution while this virus is circulating.”

Read the entire press release at the link below.

https://governor.nc.gov/news/governor-cooper-announces-modified-stay-home-order-and-transition-phase-1-easing-restrictions