São Paulo, Brazil -  CEVA Logistics, one of the world’s leading supply chain companies, has signed a long term contract with Universal Music, a global music leader with strong market positions in recorded music, music publishing and merchandising, to manage their Contract Logistics operations in Brazil. CEVA will be responsible for the entire logistics for Universal Music in Brazil, South America, including warehousing activities (inbound, outbound, storage, inventory control), distribution (Air and Ground), transportation management, POD (Proof of Delivery), fiscal management, delivery monitoring and reverse logistics. The logistics activities will be managed from one of CEVA´s multi user warehouses located just outside of Sao Paulo. Thousands of products, including CDs, DVDs and Blue-ray discs, are expected to be distributed monthly to Universal´s distributors. According to Holbein Menezes, Universal Music’s LatAm Physical Supply Chain Operations Manager: “Universal Music Brazil’s decision to select CEVA as a partner to manage its distribution in Brazil was based on a number of  elements, including its clear business vision, the expertise of its staff and also its infrastructure within the country. CEVA also played a key role in advising on the strategic location of the warehouse, which enables the efficient distribution of our products across Brazil. In fact, this logistics solution may be considered a step forward in the music industry; one which helps to reinforce Universal Music Brazil’s market leading position and establish us as a company that is always focused on its consumers, bringing them our products in the most efficient way.” Universal Music has special requirements for quality control and requires a customized operation fully controlled through logistics solutions and reporting for their premium products.  CEVA is able to provide Universal Music with a one-stop-shop solution that can meet their stringent technological demands and deliver supply chain optimization.   Richard Vieites, Managing Director for CEVA in South America, said: “This contract with Universal Music demonstrates our ability to provide integrated logistics services through our expertise in the Technology and Retail sectors. Through innovative solutions we will be able to meet Universal Music needs in Brazil and support them in consolidating their market presence in the country.”