Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

I had the opportunity to speak with Alan Prillaman, SVP of Client Services at Open Sky Group , about the 3PL market. Alan works with 3PLs in his current role, and also worked directly for a 3PL earlier in his career. I asked Alan a few questions to obtain his perspective on the 3PL warehousing environment.

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PLS Logistics

JANUARY 4, 2021

One example of terms that might be confused is ‘3PL (third-party logistics provider)’ and ‘freight broker.’ Many shippers consider these the same things, however, there is a significant difference between a 3PL and a freight broker.

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 10, 2024

For example, less-than-truckload shipping requires 12 linear feet and pallets ranging from one to six, with a maximum of 10 pallets per truck. 3PL Links, a recognized freight forwarder, can help you grow your worldwide business with full LTL shipping and different transportation options. You can easily access the 3PL Links network.

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Ship Monk

OCTOBER 17, 2022

3PL —a simple abbreviation for one of the most complex, integrated, helpful entities operating in the eCommerce landscape. 3PL stands for third-party logistics, and at a glance a 3PL partner provides eCommerce brands with solutions to their fulfillment needs. 3PL vs. 1PL, 2PL, 4PL, and 5PL. Enter the 3PL.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Matt and his partner, Derek Loftus started popcapacity in 2021 with the goal of delivering frictionless 3PL warehousing and fulfillment capacity by leveraging marketplace style technology and AI. Example: Ware2Go is providing on demand warehousing, so companies can scale with on?demand About p opcapacity. Customer experience.

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West Coast and California Logistics

JULY 20, 2023

The products that you have sitting in your warehouse – or that of your 3PL warehousing partner – may not be in the configuration that they need to ship to the end customer. For example, you may need to combine multiple component products into one new re-configured (or ‘kitted’) product.

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Implementing the Lean methodology in your company with the help of 3PL. Here’s how 3PL can support your Lean implementation: Reduced Capital Investment: The core principle of Lean Logistics is to do more with less. 3PL Inventory Management: Inventory is the bane for many companies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 11, 2025

For example, with a data gateway, a supply planner gains accelerated access to customer orders, inventory levels, and transportation schedules, all in one place, to increase the user experience of making the right choice to identify inefficiencies and make better, more informed decisions.

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3PL Links

OCTOBER 22, 2024

At 3PL Links, we prioritize tools that simplify route management, reducing delays and ensuring on-time deliveries. At 3PL Links, we are exploring options to make our fleet eco-friendlier and more efficient. 3PL Links is expanding its regional network, ensuring faster, reliable service for our clients.

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Kanban Logistics

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Fortunately, third-party logistics (3PL) companies that offer cross dock freight solutions can help you keep your product moving throughout peak season and beyond. In this article, we’ll examine some of the key benefits of 3PL cross docking. What are 3PL cross dock freight solutions? This is where cross docking comes in.

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Kanban Logistics

AUGUST 13, 2020

See, there’s a big difference between handling inbound logistics yourself and outsourcing it to a trusted North Carolina third-party logistics (3PL) provider that knows the manufacturing industry. 3PL inbound logistics services. Third-party procurement services from a 3PL can help. But there may be more to it than you realize.

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3PL Links

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Example: Retail giant Zara uses real-time data from its stores to adjust inventory dynamically. Example: Amazon’s fulfillment centers are famous for using robotics to streamline order processing and packing. Example: A manufacturing firm faced potential delays when a hurricane disrupted operations at a key supplier.

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3PL Links

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Read also: 3PL vs. 4PL vs. 5PL: Understanding the Key Differences Between Logistics Providers What is Automation in Logistics? This helps companies to better organize products, from storage to delivery to the end customer, for example in a warehouse where robots are responsible for moving the products from one side to the other.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 7, 2021

Learning the difference between third party logistics (3PL) and fourth-party logistics (4PL), as well as 1PL and 2PL, and the rise of even fifth-party logistics (5PLs) is becoming increasingly sophisticated and valuable for driving successful supply chain operations. What is the difference between 3PL and 4PL?

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 1, 2025

For example, with a data gateway, a supply planner gains accelerated access to customer orders, inventory levels, and transportation schedules, all in one place, to increase the user experience of making the right choice to identify inefficiencies and make better, more informed decisions.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 12, 2024

Typically the best partner a growing ecommerce brand can take on to handle inventory, order, warehouse, and transportation management is a 3PL. So what’s the difference between a 3PL and a 4PL, and which is better for your ecommerce brand? So what’s the difference between a 3PL and a 4PL, and which is better for your ecommerce brand?

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Ship Monk

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Amazing 3PL software streamlines every aspect of your ecommerce order fulfillment operation so that you, the ecommerce business owner, can manage with ease and devote more focus to tasks past ensuring every gear, nut, and bolt of your brand is firing on all cylinders every hour of every day. Why Do I Need 3PL Software?

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3PL Links

JANUARY 21, 2025

For example, one of the most common features in transport is cargo tracking, which allows you to monitor the status of goods online or through an app. If you are looking for a reliable and efficient Shipping company, learn about the services offered by 3PL Links. Want to learn more about 3PL Links unique features?

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 24, 2024

For example: we have the traditional warehouse and the cold storage warehouse. Using automated picking systems, for example, can speed up the product-picking process compared to manual picking, reducing the time needed to prepare shipping orders. Which Type of Logistics Warehouse is Right for Your Business?

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3PL Links

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Real-World Example: Take the example of Zara , a global leader in fashion retail. Example: Consider Nike , which uses real-time tracking combined with advanced analytics to predict customer demand and manage its inventory in real time.

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Ship Monk

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Let’s look at the differences between automation and technology in a world-class 3PL fulfillment center and the distinct purposes they serve. The purpose of 3PL fulfillment technology is not to replace humans, but to enable humans (inventory managers, operations and customer experience teams) to do their jobs more easily and accurately).

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Ship Monk

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

ShipMonk’s 230,000 sq ft headquarters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is a perfect example of how our fulfillment centers are designed to maximize efficiency while maintaining accuracy for all ecommerce brands we service. Our company has 12 strategic locations worldwide including coast to coast facilities across the United States.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2019

At one point while working for a 3PL, I did a lot of work in retail. [04:37] Instead of working with a 3PL, we hired everyone that we needed ourselves. [11:47] 11:47] Up until July of this year, Saudi Aramco was their own 3PL. 13:34] You had to choose a 3PL for the world’s largest company. It’s Saudi Aramco.

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Camelot 3PL Software

JUNE 6, 2024

With growth-oriented 3PL warehousing businesses, staying ahead means embracing technology that streamlines operations and enhances visibility. At Camelot 3PL Software, we’ve seen firsthand the transformative power of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) in third-party logistics (3PL) warehouses.

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Ecommerce business owners spend a lot of time and energy moving goods around: raw materials to manufacturers, finished goods to warehouses or fulfillment centers, and final deliveries to customers’ addresses, to name the primary examples. What is a 3PL? That’s what a 3PL does. ShipMonk is one example of this type of 3PL.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Looking to real-life examples for inspiration, we can ask, ‘Who does reverse logistics well?’ For regulators and the public, reverse logistics may be judged by how safe and how green the process is, for example, recycling products instead of throwing them into a landfill. Persuade the customer otherwise.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 5, 2021

Hook Logistics is a 3rd Party logistics (3PL) firm that provides quality fulfillment services at transparent, fair rates. Examples of consumer-packaged goods include food, beverages, cosmetics, and cleaning products. Mike earned a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and Communications from Central Michigan University.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2021

The right 3PL provider partnership will be transparent about their carrier vetting and qualification process. That includes helping shippers manage the final mile procurement process and even offering in-house services that are available within the 3PL. Always Turn to the Data to See Expectations for ROI and Value.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

The 3PL Evaluation and Selection process was an important topic of discussion at our recent Supply Chain Secrets Free Seminars. Having been involved in 100+ Logistics Outsourcing projects, I was sharing this experience and stressing the important aspects of the 3PL evaluation and selection phase.

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Camelot 3PL Software

MARCH 29, 2025

At the 2025 Camelot User Conference, Chuck Feldman of 3PL Consulting, Inc. shared a perspective on the power of branding for 3PLs. While many 3PL companies offer similar core services, the key to differentiation lies in positioning the value-added services that enhance customer experience and drive loyalty.

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Parade

MARCH 3, 2021

In this article, we explore Invoice Reconciliation tools as a core piece of every digital 3PL/freight brokerage’s operations. And in the example of invoices, the unwieldy process of cross-referencing and auditing means that fraud in the logistics business is all too common. Digitize Invoicing to Eliminate Errors and Guard Cash Flow.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 15, 2024

Unfortunately, their experience with a previous 3PL was marked by communication difficulties, damaged goods, stock management issues, and an incapacity to support their desired expansion into the European market. For example, we had a lot of communication issues with the provider.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Retail Supply Chain Costs These costs will of course vary by company and sector and are just an example. For example, buying in large quantities from suppliers, to get a lower unit cost. As another trade off example, we might adopt a policy of allocating all stock on receipt. By far the biggest cost is the Cost of Goods or COGS.

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Ship Monk

JULY 9, 2024

Why should your ecommerce brand choose a modern, global 3PL like ShipMonk instead of other kinds of 3PLs and the 4PL? At a glance, our tech-enabled type of 3PL (third party logistics provider) has award-winning customer service , cutting-edge automation, guaranteed SLAs, and 12 facilities worldwide that we fully own and operate.

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Trinity Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

For example, raw agricultural materials have increased 117 percent since 2000 , rubber has seen an increase of 359 percent, and steel is up 167 percent. Many chemical companies find that using a third-party logistics company (3PL) makes a lot of sense. Here are some ways working with a 3PL can help you manage your operating costs.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 23, 2024

The wealth of information IoT provides not only aids in making informed logistics decisions, especially when rerouting becomes necessary due to adverse weather conditions, but it also contributes to cost control and strengthens the partnership between shippers and third-party logistics (3PL) service providers.

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Stord

MARCH 13, 2024

For example, G.O.S.S. The 3PL previously managed its warehouse operations both manually and with another WMS provider. The 3PL also needed to enhance its customer experience through an improved UI, and boost operational execution to eliminate errors. omnichannel facility in Toronto, Ontario.

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