Bernie’s Book Bank & Newcastle Systems Partner to Boost Literacy

Bernie’s Book Bank, a nonprofit dedicated to providing free books to children in need, has teamed up with Newcastle Systems, a leader in workplace mobility solutions, to enhance its book distribution and warehouse operations. This collaboration leverages Newcastle Systems' mobile-powered cart technology to streamline processes like book sorting and inventory management, enabling Bernie’s Book Bank to distribute books more efficiently. Tommy Lacher of Bernie’s Book Bank highlights the partnership's role in improving operational efficiency, while Kevin Ledversis from Newcastle Systems emphasizes the alignment with their mission to empower workers through technology. Together, they aim to maximize the impact of literacy on children's lives, with Bernie’s Book Bank currently serving 315,000 children in Chicagoland.

Newcastle Systems' innovative approach focuses on enhancing human productivity rather than replacing it, offering tools that integrate seamlessly into existing operations. Bernie’s Book Bank's initiative to provide eight free books annually to children through Title I schools and early childhood programs is a testament to their commitment to fostering literacy and community connections. This partnership not only sets a new standard for nonprofit logistics but also underscores the importance of technology in amplifying human efforts to make a difference.