Bay Area Product Expediting has been in the manufacturer's representative business for close to two decades. They have serviced brick and mortar retail, but with their expertise lying in TV retail sales. In 2021, they came up with the idea to start our own 3PL to assist with the inventory overflow issues that so many retailers were having. Current vendors of theirs to HSN were unable to get orders due to overstock problems. They decided why not become a complete shipping solution for their clients, as well as start working with new vendors! Bay Area currently ships anything from home decor to apparel to perishable food products...and they are open to any genre! They are 100% female-owned and are a complete family organization, so they focus on true customer service and their customers have a direct line to the owner and President/VP of the company at all times. Bay Area works hand in hand with their clients to customize service needs - from basic shipping of product to kitting/special orders, special labeling, etc. They are looking forward to expanding our business!
Third-party logistics (3PL) refers to outsourcing supply chain activities—such as transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and order fulfillment—to an external provider.
By leveraging 3PL services, businesses focus on their core competencies while professionals manage the logistics.
Here’s how 3PL integrates into your supply chain:
Inventory Storage: Products are stored in a 3PL-managed warehouse.
Order Processing: Once an order is placed, the 3PL picks and packs items.
Shipping: The 3PL partners with carriers to ensure prompt delivery.
Returns Management: Customer returns are processed efficiently to maintain satisfaction.
Cost Savings: Eliminates the need to own or lease warehouses.
Scalability: Supports seasonal spikes and growth without infrastructure investment.
Expertise: Access to advanced technology and optimized processes.