An often overlooked aspect of international trade is warehousing. Along its journey from the point of origin (the seller) to the final destination (the buyer), goods usually need to be held or stored for a while before they enter the stream of commerce. Using a customs-bonded warehouse over a non-bonded warehouse can offer distinct financial and logistical advantages under the right circumstances. Keep reading to learn what these are and… Continue reading
Warehousing refers to the process of storing goods for safekeeping until they are ready for sale. The more rapidly a business scales, the more critical it is to have an effective warehousing system in place to meet storage and supply chain needs. Modern consumers expect to receive their orders at lightning speed, so it’s essential that any good warehousing strategy combine secure warehouse storage with fast shipping and reliable fulfillment.… Continue reading
The term “supply chain crisis” has become more common in the logistics world over the past few years. Many claims have been made that the ever-expanding geography of business, coupled with global resource and personnel challenges, have brought us to a state of congestion and panic. Challenges range from labor shortages and rising costs to the complexity of managing delivery systems and addressing disconnected customer expectations. While there certainly are… Continue reading
Warehouse Insurance Coverage for 3PL Operators, 3PL Users, and Warehouse Owners Warehouse operations come with unique risks that demand specific insurance coverage. Whether you’re a 3PL operator, a brand using third-party storage, or managing your own warehouse, we’ve got you covered! 3PL Warehouse Operators: You handle other businesses' goods and need coverage to protect against claims, damaged inventory, and disruptions. Brands Using 3PLs: You store your products in third-party warehouses… Continue reading
So you've decided you want a career in warehousing and logistics. But what does that mean exactly? A career in warehousing and logistics can take many forms, from working in a distribution center to becoming a transportation manager. And while the day-to-day duties of each role may vary, there are some common skills and qualities that all successful warehousing and logistics professionals share. If you envision a career in warehousing… Continue reading
Sales tax is an important revenue stream for the government. With how taxes are structured in America, individual taxes like sales tax make up the largest part of tax revenue for the country. So, governments want to ensure they receive the correct amount of taxes each year. It’s no longer the case that calculating and paying sales taxes for eCommerce businesses are an easy deal. In fact, with changes over… Continue reading
The warehousing and fulfillment market is a fast-growing industry that contains many moving parts. As current economic and social conditions change, adjustments in each aspect of the ecommerce fulfillment industry are difficult to keep up with. However, keeping an eye on predicted trends, average costs, and customer expectations allows your business to adapt to any new developments in the fulfillment and warehousing markets. To aid in this, we have compiled… Continue reading
Warehouses are an indispensable requirement for manufacturing, export, import and online businesses. These distribution centers are the caretakers of the goods of such firms until they are delivered safely. Preparing and maintaining inventory and ensuring smooth warehouse operations is no child’s play. A large chunk of the business's stake is involved in a warehouse. And all of this comes with a price tag. From dealing with optimized distribution to timely… Continue reading
3PLs Explained 3PLs are essential companies within the supply chain management function. They can make or break a distribution strategy, and are becoming increasingly important to manufacturers and product-based businesses. However, because of the complexity of their functionality, many struggle to understand the true definition of a 3PL or what a 3PL fulfillment provider is. A third-party logistics company, or 3PL, provides supply chain logistics as an outsourced service for… Continue reading
To have a successful business, every step in the logistics process needs to be well-executed. One important step in the logistics process is warehousing and fulfillment and establishing this service in a strategic location is essential for your business now more than ever. In fact, one of the most common questions on Google is "where are warehousing fulfillment companies near me?" Ecommerce is booming, and customers want their products delivered… Continue reading
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