February 16, 2023

HazMat Considerations for a 3PL Warehouse

Handling hazardous materials in a third-party logistics (3PL) warehouse requires a thorough understanding of the relevant regulations and safety protocols to ensure the safety of employees, the environment, and the community.
February 13, 2023
Featured Online Marketplaces

Advantages of Integrating your 3PL WMS with Online Marketplaces

Integrating a 3PL Warehouse Management System (WMS) with online ecommerce marketplaces is essential for businesses looking to streamline their operations and increase efficiency. In this blog post, we will explore the importance and benefits of this integration and how it can help businesses to grow and succeed. The 3PL WMS is designed to manage and control the movement and storage of goods within a warehouse. It is an essential tool for businesses that need to keep track of inventory levels, manage orders, and fulfill customer requirements in an efficient and […]
February 8, 2023

Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Cold Storage Warehouses

As the demand for perishable goods continues to grow, so does the need for efficient and reliable cold storage solutions. This has given rise to a thriving third-party logistics (3PL) cold storage warehouse business that provides storage, handling, and transportation services for a wide range of temperature-sensitive products.
February 2, 2023
US Shipping Carriers

Shipping Carrier Companies in the United States: An Overview for 3PLs

As a 3PL, it is important to understand the various shipping carrier companies operating in the United States and their respective strengths and weaknesses. This information can help you make informed decisions about which carriers to partner with, streamline your shipping processes, and ultimately improve customer satisfaction. Here is an overview of some of the most popular shipping carrier companies in the US.
July 20, 2022
Omnichannel vs Multichannel Fulfillment

Omnichannel vs. Multichannel Fulfillment

As the pandemic began in mid-2020 and lockdowns started, consumers across the world had no choice but to start buying online.  Since then the desire for online shopping has continued to grow. According to the US Census Bureau, in the first quarter of 2022, eCommerce sales accounted for over 14.3 percent of total retail sales. (Census.gov) Customers have found it easier and more efficient to buy online and have their items shipped to their door, or to a store near them. As consumers continue to make purchases online and offline, […]
July 1, 2022

Camelot Podcast: ALAN’s Kathy Fulton and Camelot’s Geoff Greenhill Discuss 3PLs and Disaster Response

In this edition of the Camelot Podcast, DesktopShipper's Todd Dunlop, COO, and Camelot's Geoff Greenhill, Director of Sales and Marketing discuss the trends and growth associated with today's eCommerce fulfillment and shipping operations.