What is an ecommerce fulfillment center and what do they do? Ecommerce fulfillment centers are warehouse facilities where ecommerce orders are received, processed, and shipped out. The ecommerce fulfillment center is responsible for handling all aspects of order...
Inbound Logistics has selected Distribution Technology as being among the industry’s Top 100 3PL Providers, a distinction we have received each year for more than a decade. Through the annual list, Felecia Stratton, Editor, Inbound Logistics, said the magazine’s...
The storage of food in warehouses is an exacting process that requires resources, expertise and diligence. If your warehouse provider falls short in caring for your food, then your product will suffer, putting its freshness, quality and even viability in the...
Distribution is one of the most fundamentally important aspects of business growth for retailers today. When you're starting out, one of the most important decisions you'll make is choosing a distribution partner for retail business support. This person or company...
The e-commerce business model is becoming increasingly competitive due to the rising demands of online buying, selling, and shipping. Shopify’s latest publication, “The Future of Ecommerce in 2023,” reports there have never been this many opportunities in the...
Even though the pandemic is winding down, its effects are still rippling across every industry. Finding good labor is difficult, and logistics issues abound. Creating a stable logistics chain may seem impossible. Enter 3PL technology! With a partner on your side, you...
Charlotte, North Carolina, hometown of Distribution Technology, a third-party logistics provider, offers a wide array of advantages as the location for a fulfillment center and the launch point for a shipper’s fulfillment and distribution needs. Located in a state...
E-commerce is changing the dynamics of businesses around the world. Online shopping trends are increasing, and the pandemic has only accelerated the shift in dramatic fashion. U.S. e-commerce sales grew a staggering 39% year-over-year to $199 billion during the first...
The world of supply chain logistics can seem like a dizzying and demanding place, and growing companies often face the decision of whether to seek the help of a third-party logistics provider to manage a part or all of their supply chain as they navigate the array of...
In the face of the current capacity crunch, the intermodal shipping option is more appealing than ever. Domestic intermodal shipping in the United States centers on the use of rail and trucks to deliver freight across the country. As trucking capacity has grown...
