Retail Logistics and 3pl Services
If you are using a 3pl or plan on using a 3pl to service your retail customers, there are several important things to consider:
WMS and EDI capabilities- Can your 3pl provide a fully integrated solution that will allow Purchase Orders and ASN’s to be transmitted electronically. Creation of UCC-128 labels in house should also be desired.
Familiarity with your retail partners — The 3pl should have prior experience shipping to your specific retail partners and understand the vendor compliance tasks associated with each one.
Transportation and Routing- It is important for the 3pl to have experience dealing with the TMS and carrier base of each retail partner.
At Logistic Edge, we have experience working with most of the major retailers. The items above are just a few factors that will allow for a successful relationship with your 3pl provider.
