Category Archives: Third-Party Fulfillment

Handling all the aspects of your e-commerce order fulfillment process can be a challenge, especially if you expect your business to grow in the near future. While it may be tempting to manage your supply chain independently, you may run into increased errors and delays if you do not have the right tools and manpower to get the job done efficiently. This is where third-party logistics (3PL) fulfillment solutions come in to save the day. If you need a cost-effective solution that can efficiently manage all these moving parts, it would serve you well to work with a reliable 3PL...

The e-commerce world has become more and more competitive, and the success of a business heavily relies on the quality of their third-party shipping services. If your business can ship products better, cheaper, and faster than your competitors, you win the race. If you want to achieve this goal, your third-party shipping providers must provide customers with more options and better visibility throughout the process. It also comes down to providing helpful and convenient services such as easy and free returns. Companies like Amazon set the bar high with the best third-party shipping, and if you want to succeed, here...

E-commerce fulfillment companies can provide businesses with many great benefits along every aspect of the supply chain. Since seeing is believing, there are several reasons why visiting your third (3rd) party fulfillment partner is a good idea. You may be visiting manufacturing sites and branches on a regular basis, but it is also important to visit your third-party logistics 3PL partners. Why is this important? Here are a few reasons why you should consider visiting your 3PL providers. (more…)

All businesses are different and in different stages of growth. But do you know what the one thing most companies have in common is? They can all benefit from using 3PL warehousing services. There’s the misconception that only those who can’t afford their own warehouse opt for 3PL warehousing and distribution, but that’s not the case at all. Companies that use 3PL partners, regardless of whether they can afford their own warehousing services are not, can reap the benefits of scalable services and vast resources. Still on the fence about a 3PL partner? Check out all the benefits of using...

If you want to improve your supply chain processes, you should consider working with a third-party logistics company. These companies work as an all-in-one solution for every aspect of the chain, from assembly to picking and packing, to warehousing, to distribution, and to shipping. Their services will bring you many benefits and advantages so you can maximize profitability. Here are some of the services available that will help you achieve the success you desire. Domestic and International Logistics By working with a flexible 3PL provider, you will be able to better manage all kinds of logistics regardless of size, weight,...

Many companies make the decision to outsource their logistics services as it can relieve a lot of their responsibilities. Procurement departments have, for years, focused mainly on the bottom-line cost when it comes to finding a 3PL partner. However, the focus has since shifted to finding 3PL providers that can offer the best value—meaning that they combine great services with competitive pricing. Procurement & 3PL Selection You’ll be putting a lot of trust into the 3PL partner that you choose, so how can you make sure that you’re making the right (more…)

Choosing a third-party logistics (3PL) company can help you manage your operations and save you time as you focus on other important areas of your business. Managing inventory, shipping, receiving, picking, packing, and other areas of the warehousing process can be time-consuming and stressful for small- to medium-sized businesses. Outsourcing this process provides brands with many benefits but there are some key things to consider about how to choose a 3PL provider. Here are some of the most important do’s and don’ts when choosing a 3PL partner. Do’s Consider Location The location of your third-party logistics partner should suit your...

There are many terms in logistics that can be easily confused if you’re new to the industry. Third-party logistics (3PL) companies and freight forwarding services are two terms that may seem to be interchangeable but are completely different in the world of logistics. Importing and exporting are key components of many businesses, and it’s important to know the difference between 3PL services vs. freight forwarding in order to make the best choice for your company. Keep on reading to find out about freight forwarders and 3PL providers in logistics so that you can make an informed decision. (more…)

Whether you manage your fulfillment operations on your own or if you make use of a 3rd party fulfillment center, there will come a time when you will question whether setting up an additional center is a good idea. Making this sort of decision is not easy since getting additional fulfillment centers can start making more or less sense depending on numerous factors, market niches, or other forces. Take the following considerations into account when weighing the situation in order to get a better sense of the best direction to take. (more…)

It’s important that before you begin any shipping and logistics of your products that you think about partnering with a third-party logistics (3PL) company. 3PLs are built to manage some or all of your logistics, depending on the needs of your business. But knowing how to choose a 3PL provider is the first step. There are many questions you should be asking and certain characteristics the third-party logistics company should already have in place.   (more…)