Scalability is just one of the advantages of using a warehouse space from a third-party provider. It can scale up or down to meet your business’s changing inventory needs.
Ways a Warehouse Space Can Be Scalable
For one, it has a flexible space. It can easily reconfigure to accommodate changes in your business’ inventory needs. Then, it uses adaptable technology that can be adapted to handle changes in product size, weight, and volume. It can also handle inventory storage and shipping for multiple businesses, which allows it to scale up or down to satisfy the needs of your business.
On-Demand Services
Another reason more and more businesses are using a third-party warehouse provider is that they can use on-demand services. These would include pick-and-pack, repacking, and others that can also be scaled up or down. Furthermore, a 3PL warehouse can handle seasonal peaks and unexpected demand for storage and shipping which can help to scale the business operations.
Flexible Labor
A third-party warehouse also has a flexible labor force that can be adjusted to meet changes in demand. It allows the warehouse to handle increases or decreases in inventory. Depending on the provider, a third-party warehouse is equipped with automation and robotics, which can help to boost the warehouse’s capacity to handle more inventory and speed up operations, making it more scalable.
How to Pick the Right Provider?
There are several factors to consider if you have decided to use a warehouse space from a third party.
- Fulfillment services: Look for a warehouse that offers these services. EGA Logistics, for instance, offers raw components management, kitting, finished goods management, and inventory management, among others.
- Security: The safety of your inventory must be your topmost priority. If you manage your own warehouse, you need to invest thousands to millions of dollars just to ensure the safety of your inventory. But you can rest easy knowing that your inventory is safe in the hands of a warehouse space provider. The warehouse is equipped with surveillance cameras, alarms, and fire suppression systems.
- Compliance: Before you partner with a provider, you need to investigate whether or not it is compliant with local laws and regulations. The provider must also meet the requirements of your business.
- Reputation: Read online reviews to know more about the company’s reputation. Don’t settle with the information that the company provides on its website. Instead, go to Google or Yelp to read online comments from the company’s actual clients.
- Technology: You should also check the provider’s technology. Does it use automation to increase the efficiency and scalability of your inventory management and shipping?
Who to Hire?
When it comes to warehousing, it’s important to partner with a warehouse provider that can navigate the changing warehousing and logistics industry. The warehousing solutions must be tailored to your business requirements. If you have further questions about how can a warehouse space provider help your business improve efficiency, reduce cost, and enhance service, please call us here: (888) 496-1102.
