The benefits of multi-user 3PL warehousing
Given the uncertainty in global supply chains, many businesses requiring warehouse space are looking at multi-user 3PL warehousing (also called multi-client warehousing or shared warehousing) as a way of reducing risk and improving efficiencies in their logistics operations.
Defining multi-user 3PL warehousing
Multi-user 3PL warehousing can be defined as outsourcing the management of warehousing operations to a company or space that contains multiple clients and also offers additional value services such as:
- bulk packing (packing a container, which may also include a lorry or shipping container, with non-hazardous materials)
- cross docking or intermediate docking (unloading a lorry
Assess your Warehouse Business Planning and Logistics Needs
The start of a New Year is the ideal time to conduct a company health check.
It makes so much sense to review the progress of your company and identify how you can make the most of the market position you’ve established and decide how to improve your business and how to take it to the next level. You will need to revisit and update your business plan with your new improvement plan in mind and make sure you deliver these new improvements in a timely manner.
Ecommerce fulfilment and its challenges to 3PL logistics services
The world of commerce is in turmoil with everything from prescriptions to new cars being ordered online. Wherever there’s an online order, there’s usually a delivery need. It’s a challenge to every part of a business, but where there’s a challenge there’s also a chance to beat the opposition, and this guide will help you chart your path through the ecommerce fulfilment jungle.
Click and collect statistics
There was a happy dream a few years ago that we’d all collect our online orders from lockers in convenient locations – shops, local libraries, even the gym…so what happened? Well while 74% … Read More
How to get the most from your 3PL partnership
Supply chains are an increasingly important part of any business strategy. As the world changes, they are also becoming more complex: transnational regulations, language and currency variations, blockchain issues, the creation and maintenance of local supplier relationships all factor into the decisions that need to be made.
Moving to a third party logistics provider is one way that many organisations resolve their difficulties with the supply chain, but 3PL is not a hands-off experience – working in partnership not only allows you to get the best from this relationship but can also give you the opportunity to plan for the … Read More
Major 3PL allows Whichwarehouse to assist with their advertising strategy
Howard Tenens chooses Whichwarehouse to advertise their extensive warehouse footprint
Following the launch of the newly designed Whichwarehouse website, we are delighted to announce that one of our long-standing members, Howard Tenens, has increased the number of registered warehouse facilities listed on our site. With their continued growth of warehouse footprint in the UK now offering in excess of 3,500,000 ft2, Howard Tenens are fast becoming one the most sought after property and logistics companies in the UK. Already boasting an impressive portfolio of clients, including Honda, Toolstation and the widely renowned Costa Coffee, their further expansion will allow … Read More
How selecting the right 3PL partner for your business can help keep you one step ahead of your competition!
How can a 3PL help you stand out over your competitors
The third party logistics (3PL) companies that are available today throughout the sector, have, over the years, developed and introduced more mature processes with the help of advanced technological warehouse software packages, to assist businesses with their warehousing & logistics requirements. This helps to enable that you stay on top of your competition within your chosen industry sector. Most organisations view the delivery of their product(s) to their client base with good value and excellence as the most important factor when considering their 3PL partner. Whereas others … Read More
Cost v service – what’s more important to you when searching for a 3PL?
Cost v service – what’s more important to you when searching for a 3PL?
When being contacted by companies who are seeking a new or alternative third party logistics (3PL) solution, the main objective, we are told, is that the “price is the most important factor”. We do, of course, try our best to find a cost effective solution for the client. However, 9 times out of 10, these companies will be contacting us again within a matter of months, because they have realised that their unrealistic pricing expectations simply means, a detrimental effect in respect of the quality and … Read More
Partnering with a specialist 3PL
Why is partnering with a specialist 3PL provider so important for the NHS and medical industry?
As is evident, the healthcare industry is vital for the diagnosis and treatment of those in need of medical assistance, 
and as is, more often than not, responsible for saving lives. To function effectively, the Healthcare industry depends upon the efficient distribution and use of medical equipment and medicines alike.
When stocks of medicines run low or equipment breaks down, it is essential that the companies involved have a good 3PL partner they can rely on to act promptly and accurately. A hospital for … Read More
Third Party Logistics(3PL’s) and Fourth Party Logistics (4PL’s)
The Differences Between Third Party and Fourth Party Logistics
The differences between third and fourth party logistics has been a
talking point within the warehouse logistics sector for some time. While some might have a very clear outlook as to what the main differences are, others may be more hazy on the subject. To understand what the differences are between the two, it is advisable to understand what each service offers.
Third Party Logistics
Third party logistics is when a company outsources it’s section of logistics operation to a specialist company. Examples of third party logistics providers would be those … Read More
Tips on the RFQ process for choosing a new 3PL
Everything you need to know about managing the RFQ process for selecting a new 3PL
There is a movement across most industries towards outsourcing more of a company’s logistics function, but to a 
smaller number of 3PLs, or third party logistics providers. As more companies are seeking single, all-around logistics partners who will be responsible for a larger part of their supply chain, it becomes more important to be able to separate the good matches form the bad. For more information on the RFQ process, see http://www.managementstudyguide.com/contract-logistics-rfq-process.htm.
Choosing between 3PLs
Before you start
You should expect the entire … Read More