Jumbo Electronics, one of the leading retailers, distributors and MEP companies in Qatar, recently appointed Gulf Warehousing Corporation (GWC) as its strategic logistics and supply chain partner.
Prior to the appointment Jumbo Electronics managed its own logistics.
Jumbo Electronics’ distribution business includes brands such as LG, Indesit, Ariston, Oscar, JBL, Harman Kardon, Morphy Richards, Symphony, Hikoki, Nutribullet, Brother and Dometic, with products ranging from small and large appliances to a range of home entertainment products like televisions, sound bars, etc.
“Over the years, its business has witnessed rapid growth, which has come about with the addition of new business lines and enhancement of its brand portfolio,” the company said in a statement.
GWC is a leading provider of logistics and supply chain solutions in Qatar. It offers a full spectrum of high-quality solutions to a variety of industry verticals. The company is backed by a team of experts in the field and supported by state-of-the-art IT systems and logistical infrastructure.
At GWC, Jumbo Electronics has a dedicated and scalable storage space as per business needs. The automated warehouse at GWC utilises state-of-the-art equipment for handling both inbound and outbound products. The facility is centrally air-conditioned, which keeps dust and heat at bay, which ensures that all products are stored in a clean environment.
GWC is currently delivering to Jumbo’s channel partners, hypermarkets, dealers and end customers.
GWC, with its large fleet of Jumbo-branded vehicles, is also being efficiently utilised for deliveries of Jumbo’s new e-commerce business that commenced earlier this year.
“With GWC, we are able to ensure deliveries and installations are made in a timely and orderly manner to our customers, providing high customer satisfaction. As a strategic partner, GWC is also able to deliver on higher levels of efficiencies to our operations,” said C V Rappai, director and CEO, Jumbo Electronics.
Jumbo Electronics, as a ‘total solutions provider, has over 14 retail outlets, is an Ooredoo Premium partner, has a newly launched e-commerce business and a large distribution network, and has further diversified into providing modular kitchen and lighting solutions, the statement notes.
Its MEP business is approved by the Ministry of Interior’s Security Systems Department and Civil Defence for fire and safety systems and video surveillance systems.