New Year’s Resolution: Find a Great 3PL to Take Your E-Commerce Business to the Next Level
- Jan 9, 2025
- Retail Fulfillment
- Distribution
If you’re ready to take your e-commerce business to the next level or you’re being held back because of the limitations of your current third-party logistics (3PL) provider, January is the perfect time to start looking for a great logistics partner. According to a 2017 report by Armstrong & Associates, 90% of Domestic Fortune 500 companies use 3PLs for logistics and supply chain functions to help them scale their businesses. The right 3PL can make a huge difference in improving operations, increasing efficiency, and growing your e-commerce business.
Why Work with a 3PL?
A reliable 3PL can make all the difference for e-commerce businesses. They handle the challenges involved in inventory management, order fulfillment, and shipping so business owners can focus on scaling their business. B2C e-commerce trends are evolving constantly along with customer expectations for fast shipping and great customer service. Partnering with a 3PL is the best way to ensure that your business stays competitive through efficient retail fulfillment services.
3PLs make large-scale wholesale and retail fulfillment possible. They offer scalable solutions that adapt to your specific needs, whether you’re shipping directly to consumers (D2C) or businesses. The right 3PL will also provide expert inventory sellers solutions, helping you maintain optimal stock levels and reduce carrying costs.
What to Look for in a 3PL
1. Experience and Reliability
Choose a 3PL with a proven track record in retail and wholesale fulfillment. Look for a provider with experience in handling your specific needs such asstoring and shipping hazmat products,same-day shipping, andinventory management for seasonal changes.
2. Integrations
Your 3PL should be able to support all aspects of your business. This includes multichannel integrations with platforms like Amazon, Walmart, Wayfair, and Target, as well as ecommerce software solutions for seamless operations such asG10’s proprietary technology, ChannelPoint™.
3. Scalable Fulfillment Processes
As your business grows, your 3PL should scale with you. Look for a partner with warehouses spread across the country to reduce shipping costs and delivery times.
4. Dedicated Support
Exceptional customer service should be non-negotiable. Don’t settle for a 3PL that makes you submit support tickets to reach them for help. A good 3PL will assign a dedicated support person to your business and have a customer service team available by phone or email.
5. Competitive Shipping Rates
he cost of shipping keeps going up so it’s important to partner with a 3PL that has negotiated low rates on behalf of their customers. This is especially important for businesses that ship hazmat products, as they often incur higher shipping fees.
Why G10 Fulfillment May Be the Right Choice to Help You Scale Your Business
Hundreds of e-commerce sellers trust G10 Fulfillment for their retail and wholesale fulfillment needs. Here’s why:
A Trusted Partner. G10 owns and operates all our facilities and technology. This level of control and visibility gives merchants peace of mind and strengthens the partnership.
Tailored Solutions for Growth. G10 takes the time to understand every aspect of your business. This personalized approach ensures that we can support your growth and optimize your operations.
Multichannel Integrations. G10 offers customized ecommerce solutions, seamlessly integrating with major platforms like Amazon, Walmart, Wayfair, and Target.
Strategic Warehouse Network. With eight strategically located warehouses across the U.S. (and more on the way), G10 helps lower shipping costs and speed up delivery times.
Dedicated Customer Support. Unlike many 3PLs, G10 doesn’t rely on ticketing systems. You’ll have direct access to a dedicated support team that prioritizes your business.
Low Shipping Rates. G10 offers some of the lowest negotiated shipping rates in the industry, including for hazmat fulfillment.
Hazmat Fulfillment Center. Our expertise as a 3PL hazmat fulfilment warehouse ensures safe and compliant handling of hazardous materials with a Prime badge.
How to Make the Switch
If your current 3PL isn’t helping you achieve your goals, the beginning of the year after the holiday rush is the perfect time to make a change. Analyze your holiday sales data and evaluate your current fulfillment trends to identify gaps then look for a new 3PL that offers better solutions, such as a more efficient retail fulfillment process, reliable wholesale fulfillment, and better customer support for ecommerce wholesale solutions.
Start 2025 Off Right
One of the best things you can do for your e-commerce business this year is to partner with a great 3PL. Whether you are just getting started or are transitioning providers, G10 Fulfillment has the knowledge, tools, and personalized support you will need to grow. From scalable retail fulfillment processes to specialized hazmat fulfillment services, G10 is committed to helping your business thrive.
Are you ready to take the next step in your business? Contact G10 Fulfillment today to discuss your needs and discover how we can support your growth in 2025 and beyond.
