Ford Storage

What Ford Storage does

Ford Storage and Moving Company is a privately held, family-owned third-party logistics (3PL) provider headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, founded in 1915 and operating continuously for over a century. The company offers asset-based supply chain solutions spanning public warehousing (over 1.1 million sq ft of operating space across facilities in Omaha and Kansas City), fulfillment services (pick, pack, label), full truckload (FTL) transportation across all 48 states, less-than-truckload (LTL) services in the Midwest and Rocky Mountain regions, Container Freight Station and bonded warehouse services (under a US Department of Homeland Security designation), FF&E consolidation for healthcare/hotel/retail projects, white-label home delivery, transloading, drayage, temperature-controlled storage for food grade and animal health products, and document/record storage.

The technology stack centers on a Warehouse Management System (WMS) with real-time activity tracking, web-based inventory management, bar-code scanning for inbound and outbound freight, and an in-house software programming capability enabling tailored logistics solutions. A web-based temperature monitoring dashboard with redundant cooling/heating devices supports the temperature-controlled warehouse. The company does not employ AI/ML components, computer vision, or predictive analytics in its disclosed technology stack — capabilities are confined to standard WMS and custom software.

Ford Storage generates revenue through transaction-based fees for transportation, fulfillment, and specialized project services, alongside recurring subscription pricing for public warehousing (pallet and floor-stack space) and document/record storage. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. The go-to-market motion is enterprise field sales targeting manufacturing companies, distributors, and wholesale/retail businesses requiring integrated B2B/B2B logistics; specialty services (FF&E, food-grade temperature-controlled, bonded CFS) reach adjacent segments such as healthcare, hotels, and import/export customers. Named customers are limited but include Nebraska Furniture Mart for white-label home delivery. Marketing channels rely on industry association memberships (IWLA, AIB International, Nebraska Trucking Association, Nebraska Logistics Council, KC SmartPort) and organic social presence rather than outbound demand generation.

Name

Ford Storage

Legal name

Ford Storage and Moving Company

Website

https://fordstorage.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1915

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Ford Storage is a family-owned, asset-based third-party logistics provider in Omaha, Nebraska offering warehousing, fulfillment, FTL/LTL transportation, bonded CFS services, FF&E consolidation, and home delivery to manufacturing, distribution, wholesale, retail, healthcare, and hotel customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Third-Party Logistics Services

NAICS

General Warehousing and Storage (493110), Warehousing and Storage (493), General Warehousing and Storage (49311), Transportation and Warehousing (48-49)

SIC

Public Warehousing & Storage (4220), Trucking & Courier Services (No Air) (4210), Trucking (No Local) (4213)

akta.pro primary industry

Asset-Based Warehousing & Distribution Centers (Owned/Leased Facilities) (TLAIAMAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Retail & Wholesale Distribution Centers (Dry DCs) (TLALAAAD), Retail Distribution Centers (Store Replenishment DCs) (TLALAEAA), Bulk & Industrial Storage (Tank, Silo, Drum, IBC) (TLAIACAH)

Keywords

• Third-party logistics
• Public warehousing services
• Freight transportation
• Order fulfillment
• Bonded warehouse

Headquarters

HQ city

Omaha

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Public Warehousing: Public warehouse storage services with pallet racking systems and floor stackable space for inventory requirements.
2. Fulfillment Services: Order processing including warehouse pickup, packaging, labeling, and execution for B2B and B2C customers.
3. Transportation Services: Full Truckload (FTL) and Less than Truckload (LTL) transportation services operating in all 48 states, with LTL services focused on Midwest and Rocky Mountain territories.
4. Container Freight Station / Bonded Warehouse: Import deconsolidation services for LCL or FCL containers, customs clearance warehousing, cross-docking, transloading, and drayage services.
5. FF&E Consolidation Services: Furniture, Fixture & Equipment consolidation services for retail, hotel and healthcare projects including warehousing, storage, delivery, assembly, and installation.
6. Home Delivery Services: White-label home delivery services for retail stores with customizable truck branding and on-site personnel deployment.
7. Document/Record Storage: Records management services with bar-coded boxes for immediate access in secured and monitored storage areas.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Ford Storage is a diversified, asset-based third-party logistics (3PL) provider offering public warehousing, order fulfillment, distribution, and transportation services. Operating from strategically located distribution centers in Omaha, Nebraska and Kansas City, Kansas, the company combines 1.1+ million sq ft of warehouse space with a 48-state truckload network to serve manufacturing, distribution, wholesale, and retail customers. Specialized offerings include bonded warehouse/CFS, FF&E consolidation, home delivery, transloading, and temperature-controlled storage.

Product overview

Ford Storage operates as a diversified third-party logistics (3PL) provider offering an integrated platform of warehousing, fulfillment, distribution, and transportation services. The core offering combines Public Warehousing (with over 1.1 million square feet of operating space) and Fulfillment Services for order processing, packaging, and labeling. Transportation capabilities include Full Truckload (FTL) and Less Than Truckload (LTL) services operating nationwide, complemented by Home Delivery Services. Specialized offerings include Container Freight Station/Bonded Warehouse services for import/export logistics, FF&E Consolidation Services for retail/hotel/healthcare projects, Document/Record Storage with bar-code tracking, Transloading Services for rail-to-truck transfers, and Temperature Controlled Storage for food grade and animal health products. The company also provides Drayage Services to support container freight operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Public Warehousing Asset-based storage solutions providing warehouse space for inventory storage with real-time activity tracking, web-based inventory management, and bar-code scanning options. Designed for businesses needing flexible storage capacity.
• Fulfillment Services Order processing service that takes orders and executes them through warehouse pickup, packaging, labeling, and preparation for delivery to intended customers. Serves both B2B and B2C customers.
• Less Than Truckload (LTL) Services Less-than-truckload transportation services covering Midwest and Rocky Mountain territories, operating from parcel to pallet scale with Warehouse Management Systems supporting inventory tracking and proof of delivery.
• Full Truckload (FTL) Services Asset-based truckload transportation services operating in all 48 states with a truckload network to service supply chain requirements.
• Home Delivery Services White-label retail home delivery services with customizable branded trucks and uniforms, and on-site personnel deployment for seamless customer service extensions. Used by Nebraska Furniture Mart across multiple metros.
• Container Freight Station / Bonded Warehouse Custodian of Bonded Merchandise certified facility providing single-source logistics for CFS requirements including import deconsolidation of LCL/FCL containers, customs clearance warehousing, transloading, cross-docking, and export services.
• FF&E Consolidation Services Furniture, Fixture & Equipment consolidation services for retail, hotel and healthcare projects including warehouse handling, storage, delivery, configuration, assembly, kitting, installation, and reverse logistics.
• Document/Record Storage Records management services with bar-coded boxes stored in secured and monitored records areas, providing low-cost document storage and security for local businesses.
• Transloading Services Railcar transloading services at the Omaha facility supporting boxcar, centerbeam, and flatcar car types for food grade, paper, plastics, agriculture, and lumber commodities.
• Temperature Controlled Storage Temperature controlled warehouse space for storing Food Grade, Animal Health and Mineral based products, featuring redundant cooling/heating devices and web-based temperature monitoring dashboard. AIB International certified for food safety.
• Drayage Services Container trucking services for pickup and delivery of import/export freight, supporting CFS operations.
• Supply Chain Distribution Services Integrated distribution center operations with over 1.1 million square feet of warehouse operating space featuring pallet racking systems and floor stackable space, supported by in-house software programming and bar-code scanning for inbound and outbound freight.

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AIB InternationalcoreOthers · 1 January 2004Since 2004 Ford Storage has been a member of AIB (American Institute of Baking), now AIB International. Company has implemented AIB Consolidated Standards for Food Distribution Centers and achieved highest ratings through process control, education, sanitation and documentation. GMP and Food Safety are standards at the food grade facility.
• Nebraska TruckingminorOthersNonprofit trade association with over 800 members serving as advocate for commercial truck and bus businesses since 1940. Provides forum for industry leaders to work together on policy, legislation and best practices. Ford Storage is a member.
• Nebraska Logistics CouncilminorOthersProfessional and educational advancement forum for transportation, warehousing, distribution and logistics. Ford Storage is a member organization.
• KC SmartPortminorOthersKansas City SmartPort is a nonprofit investor-based economic development organization for the logistics industry in Kansas City. Ford Storage is an investor/member.
• IWLA (International Warehouse Logistics Association)minorOthersWarehouse logistics association providing trusted partner network for product and service providers in warehouse logistics. Ford Storage is an IWLA member.
• Allied Van LinescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFord Bros. Van & Storage became charter agents for Allied Van Lines in 1928, one of only 16 agents across the domestic United States. This partnership connected Ford Storage to a national network of movers working as a national carrier.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• NFI Industries: NFI Industries is a privately-held, asset-based 3PL offering dedicated transportation, warehousing, intermodal, and brokerage services across North America. Comparable to Ford Storage in its asset-based integrated service model but operating at significantly larger national scale.
• Saddle Creek Logistics Services: Saddle Creek is a privately-held asset-based 3PL providing warehousing, fulfillment, and transportation services with a similar mid-market positioning to Ford Storage. Both companies offer integrated supply chain solutions with owned warehouse infrastructure.
• Kenco Group: Kenco is a privately-held 3PL offering warehousing, fulfillment, and transportation management services, comparable to Ford Storage in its diversified service portfolio and mid-market family/employee-owned structure.
• DSC Logistics (now part of CJ Logistics): DSC Logistics (now CJ Logistics America) provides contract logistics, warehousing, fulfillment, and transportation services with a focus on consumer goods and retail customers. Comparable to Ford Storage in its warehousing and retail fulfillment specialization.

Broad incumbents

• Hub Group: Hub Group is a publicly-traded asset-based intermodal and 3PL services provider with national warehousing and transportation capabilities. Comparable to Ford Storage in offering integrated supply chain services but operating at significantly larger national scale.
• XPO Logistics: XPO is a publicly-traded global logistics provider offering transportation, warehousing, and last-mile services including home delivery. Comparable to Ford Storage in offering asset-based warehousing and home delivery, but operating at massive national/international scale.
• Werner Logistics: Werner Enterprises operates asset-based truckload transportation and logistics services with a dedicated logistics division. Comparable to Ford Storage in providing FTL/LTL transportation with Midwest operational roots, but larger national scale.
• Echo Global Logistics: Echo Global Logistics is a technology-enabled 3PL providing truckload, LTL, and managed transportation services. Comparable to Ford Storage in offering 3PL services including LTL but with a non-asset brokerage model and proprietary technology platform.

Regional players

• Legacy Supply Chain: Legacy Supply Chain is a privately-held 3PL providing warehousing, fulfillment, and transportation management with Midwest operational roots. Comparable to Ford Storage in regional Midwest presence and mid-size asset-based 3PL positioning.
• Bushu Pharmaceutical Logistics (US operations): Bushu Pharma operates specialized temperature-controlled pharmaceutical warehousing and logistics services with US operations. Comparable to Ford Storage in offering temperature-controlled warehousing capabilities, though focused on pharma sector.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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