3PL Fulfillment
Third-Party Logistics (3PL) allows merchants of any size to scale more quickly by delegating the challenges of managing omnichannel fulfillment, inventory management, and post-purchase customer cycles.
What is 3PL (Third Party Logistics)?
The “simple” answer is that 3PLs outsource the logistics part of running your business. You know, all the enjoyable tasks like packing boxes and making those frantic trips to the post office. But here’s the twist: things can get much more complicated over time.
3PL Partners Can Provide All of the Following:
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Pick & Pack
In addition to an automated order fulfillment system that ensures meticulous picking and packing, we have the capacity to fulfill up to 10,000 orders daily. We don’t believe in charging for unused services, so with GenLink, you’ll only pay for what you actually use. For instance, if you ship just one product in a month, you’ll only incur the pick and pack fee for that single product. It’s that straightforward.
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Cost Effective & Flexible Shipping
GenLink’s experience as a 3PL, combined with our extensive professional network, enables us to deliver exceptional service to our merchants. We partner with some of the world’s most reliable carriers to secure significant shipping discounts, and the best part is that these savings are passed directly to you and your customers. This means you gain complete control over your shipping costs and the assurance that your orders will always be delivered on time.
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Powerful Software
Gone are the days of outdated logistics practices. At GenLink, we’ve transformed the industry by moving away from antiquated technology and traditional “rent-a-warehouse” models with our highly agile and user-friendly order, inventory, and warehouse management technology. Our software features seamless API integrations and automated processes, enabling efficient handling of various product combinations across multiple sales channels.
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Storage & 3rd Party Warehousing
Our third-party warehousing system is strategically designed to allocate specific products to optimized areas, leading to lower storage fees. Unlike many logistics and order fulfillment companies, we ensure you only pay for the space you use. Additionally, all our facilities are designed to keep your valuable inventory secure and well-managed.
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Returns Management
To keep customer satisfaction at its highest level, making returns and exchanges hassle-free is essential. That’s where our expertise in third-party logistics comes into play. Our tailored solutions ensure that returns and exchanges are efficient and cost-effective, providing a positive experience for both you and your customers. We accept returns from a variety of product categories, making the process smooth and straightforward.
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Delivery
The moment of truth: your order has been delivered! We understand this is your brand’s time to shine, and we’ve designed our fulfillment process to make that happen. Our focus on timely and accurate delivery means your customers will receive their orders when expected, enhancing their satisfaction and loyalty. With our reliable shipping and attention to detail, you can trust that your brand will leave a lasting impression with every delivery.
How Does a 3PL Work?
You can focus on marketing and selling your products while we take care of everything else. Our custom API integrations allow our software to connect directly with your online shopping cart, automatically importing orders. We’ll then pick, pack, and ship each order promptly and efficiently. The best part? Our process is fully customizable and scalable, so as your business grows, you can count on the same excellent service for every order.
3PL Benefits
Top 5 benefits of outsourcing your fulfillment services
Sure, there are advantages to handling the fulfillment process yourself. At first, it’s inexpensive and relatively straightforward to set up. However, as your business and inventory expand, managing fulfillment can quickly become time-consuming and complex. This is where partnering with a fulfillment company can be transformative. A good fulfillment center not only manages every aspect of the order process but also helps you enter new markets with seamless integrations and a variety of shipping options. Storing, organizing, and shipping your orders at an enterprise level minimizes errors and returns. Fulfilling orders is challenging, and trying to scale while doing it can significantly impact your startup's success. With the right fulfillment partner and advanced software, your startup can concentrate on evolving and growing, all while enjoying an optimized pick, pack, and ship process.