Made4net honors IWLA member for applying automation and advanced technologies to improve performance at scale
TEANECK, NJ — April 6, 2026 — Made4net, a global leader in warehouse management systems (WMS) and supply chain execution software, today announced that Wagner Logistics, a Top 100 third-party logistics (3PL) provider with more than 80 years of experience, has been named the recipient of the 2026 Made4net Award for Advancing Innovation in Third-Party Logistics. The award was presented at the IWLA Convention & Expo, recognizing Wagner’s ability to translate advanced technologies—including robotics-assisted picking and drone-enabled cycle counting—into measurable gains in throughput, accuracy, and real-time visibility.
Presented annually, the Made4net Award for Advancing Innovation in Third-Party Logistics honors an IWLA member that demonstrates a sustained commitment to forward-thinking strategies and measurable operational impact. Wagner stood out for its ability to apply emerging technologies to improve performance across complex, multi-client warehouse environments.
Wagner has taken a disciplined approach to deploying robotics to improve labor efficiency and throughput, while using drone technology to modernize cycle counting and accelerate inventory accuracy. These capabilities are supported by Made4net’s warehouse management system (WMS), which provides the real-time visibility and operational control needed to integrate automation and scale efficiently. Together, these investments reflect a broader strategy to scale operations while maintaining flexibility in increasingly dynamic supply chain environments.
“Innovation only matters if it improves execution,” said Joe Johnson, CIO of Wagner Logistics. “Our investments in automation are focused on reducing time-intensive processes like cycle counting and eliminating unnecessary travel within the warehouse—helping us scale more efficiently while delivering better outcomes for our customers.”
In parallel, Wagner has expanded its capabilities and national footprint through targeted growth initiatives, including entry into agricultural chemical warehousing, strategic acquisitions, and new partnerships supporting complex manufacturing and distribution networks. The company’s commitment to quality and consistency is reinforced by its BRCGS AA+ rating—one of the industry’s highest marks for operational and food safety excellence—achieved for the second consecutive year.
“Wagner Logistics represents what’s possible when innovation is not just implemented, but operationalized,” said Chipper Farley, President of 3PL Solutions at Made4net. “They’ve taken advanced technologies and applied them in ways that drive measurable performance improvements. That ability to turn innovation into execution is what sets leading 3PLs apart.”
Wagner’s leadership team continues to contribute to broader industry advancement through active participation in supply chain dialogue, thought leadership, and ongoing investment in emerging technologies—helping shape the future direction of third-party logistics.
As supply chains grow more complex and customer expectations continue to rise, organizations like Wagner Logistics are demonstrating that real progress comes not from simply adopting new tools, but from applying them to deliver consistent, scalable results.
About Wagner Logistics
Wagner Logistics is a leading supply chain management provider, offering comprehensive distribution center, fulfillment and transportation services across the U.S. since 1946. The Wagner team provides precise solutions to fit each customer’s needs at the required speed. Wagner is innovating warehousing and logistics by tackling complex supply chain challenges and providing exceptional performance while the industry continually adapts to customer buying habits. Wagner is experienced in servicing manufacturers across a wide range of product types including energy (batteries), food and beverage, automotive, consumer products (CPG), paper products, ammunition and hazardous materials. The company has been honored as a Top 100 3PL by Inbound Logistics 21 years in a row. For more information, visit wagnerlogistics.com or email [email protected] to learn about improving supply chains.
About IWLA
IWLA, formerly the American Warehouse Association, serves nearly 600 corporate members representing 3,000 warehousing locations. Since 1891, the organization has been the resource for warehouse logistics, advocacy, and education. For more information, visit www.IWLA.com.
About Made4net
Made4net is a global leader in WMS (warehouse management system) and supply chain execution software, delivering best-in-class, cloud-based WMS and 3PL WMS solutions. Our adaptable and scalable platform empowers organizations of all sizes to improve efficiency, visibility, and control across their supply chain.
Made4net’s Synapse 3PLExpert WMS is purpose-built for complex third-party logistics operations, enabling multi-client warehouse management, rapid customer onboarding, advanced billing capabilities, and scalable process orchestration to drive efficiency, accuracy, and growth.
Made4net is proud to be recognized by analysts and industry experts as a global leader in warehouse management software, including the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Warehouse Management Systems.
For more information, visit www.made4net.com.
