While Direct and 3PL are both models of customer fulfillment, the main difference is the process.
Strikes in East Coast Ports
With recent talks of potential strikes rising, what can this mean for international shipping, and how can you prepare?
What Are Free Trade Zones?
FTZs are specialized locations where shippers can import, re-export, manufacture, and store shipments with limited involvement of customs agencies.
Cargo Surge In U.S. Ports
Different situations internationally are causing many to expect a cargo surge in U.S. ports in the coming weeks.
What Is Omnichannel Logistics?
Omnichannel logistics have numerous benefits for the customer, company, and other parts of a supply chain.
Importing During Chinese New Year
During the holiday, ports, shipping companies, and factories limit operations or shut down, which can cause supply chain disruptions.
What is Dropshipping Fulfillment
The reason why dropshipping has grown in recent years is due to the benefits it has on a supply chain.
On-Demand Warehousing Growing
On-demand warehousing where the 3PL is the middleman between a business looking for a warehouse and the actual facility. This is ideal for short-term fulfillment.
Shipping By Air Or Ocean
While both methods can be equally valuable to a supply chain, specific shipments benefit from one.
Shipping During The Hurricane Season
While uncontrollable situations can happen when shipping during the hurricane season, there are ways a shipper can prepare.